Job summary
We are looking to recruit Band 5 IR nurses on a full time or part time basis within Interventional Radiology. The unit is open Monday- Friday and also provides a 24/7 On Call service.
We are looking for an innovative, motivated and enthusiastic professional to join our ever growing team of Interventional Radiology Nurses. We are seeking a proactive team player who can join our diverse and dedicated department of radiologists, nurses and radiographers.
Main duties of the job
The IR Nurse role expands over a variety of different areas in the Radiology department, including CT Intervention, X-ray, and of course Interventional theatres. We provide a service to almost all directorates and specialities in the hospital these include Vascular, Urology and Oncology to name a few.
This is an exciting opportunity for a band 5 nurse, as you will be exposed to a variety of different experiences within the department.
We are proud to run a 24 hour, 7 day a week service on an on call basis. This means that after a period of preceptorship, you will be required to participate in the on call emergency service alongside the experienced radiologist. This will be complemented by pay enhancement for those hours on call plus a stand by rate.
The successful candidate will be fully supported by our friendly and embracing team. In return, we would love to hear from professionals who can contribute to service improvements, as well as supporting their fellow peers and be eager and ready to learn new skills.
If you would be interested to work with one of the largest and pioneering teams within Interventional Radiology in the UK, please do not hesitate in applying.
Please note all employees have to wear PPE under IR(ME)R 2017 regulations this means wearing a lead aprons, depending on the case this maybe for a prolonged period.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care.
Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and undertake delegated tasks from the ward sister/charge nurse.
Following successful completion of foundation gateway will be required to take charge of ward/department for a span of duty.
The post holder will always work within the NMCs Code of Professional Conduct.
Clinical Responsibilities
Participate in maintaining a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for all patients and carers and maintain agreed standards of nursing care.
Determines nursing priorities and plans patient care. Informs the nurse in charge when changes in circumstances may affect patient care.
Maintain nursing records in accordance with the NMC and Trust guidelines.
Maintain and improve quality of patient care through contribution to the development of Essence of Care and clinical benchmarking within the unit.
Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs ofpatients.
Providing information and support to patients/carers, and ensuring all those involved in the care are aware of changes in the patients condition.
Assist in the safe custody, checking and administration of drugs.
To develop the clinical knowledge and skills to care for acutely ill patients admitted via both planned and unplanned routes.
To undertake expanded practice, under supervision, in order to optimise patient care and in accordance with ward/department and Trust policies.
Involve patients and carers in the planning and delivery of care.
Ensure effective lines of communication within the ward/departmentmultidisciplinary team.
For a full list of duties , please refer to the attached job description.
We encourage all potential candidates to contact the unit manager for further information regarding this role and to arrange an informal visit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care.
Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and undertake delegated tasks from the ward sister/charge nurse.
Following successful completion of foundation gateway will be required to take charge of ward/department for a span of duty.
The post holder will always work within the NMCs Code of Professional Conduct.
Clinical Responsibilities
Participate in maintaining a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for all patients and carers and maintain agreed standards of nursing care.
Determines nursing priorities and plans patient care. Informs the nurse in charge when changes in circumstances may affect patient care.
Maintain nursing records in accordance with the NMC and Trust guidelines.
Maintain and improve quality of patient care through contribution to the development of Essence of Care and clinical benchmarking within the unit.
Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs ofpatients.
Providing information and support to patients/carers, and ensuring all those involved in the care are aware of changes in the patients condition.
Assist in the safe custody, checking and administration of drugs.
To develop the clinical knowledge and skills to care for acutely ill patients admitted via both planned and unplanned routes.
To undertake expanded practice, under supervision, in order to optimise patient care and in accordance with ward/department and Trust policies.
Involve patients and carers in the planning and delivery of care.
Ensure effective lines of communication within the ward/departmentmultidisciplinary team.
For a full list of duties , please refer to the attached job description.
We encourage all potential candidates to contact the unit manager for further information regarding this role and to arrange an informal visit.
Person Specification
Other
Essential
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written/verbal communication and documentation skills
- Ability to assess, plan and implement care
- Ability to work with multidisciplinary team
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Post reg. experience in acute setting
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN
- ENB 998 or equivalent
Person Specification
Other
Essential
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written/verbal communication and documentation skills
- Ability to assess, plan and implement care
- Ability to work with multidisciplinary team
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Post reg. experience in acute setting
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN
- ENB 998 or equivalent
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
