Job summary
Join Our Radiology Nursing Team at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust!
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Registered Nurse looking for your next exciting opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated nurse to join our dynamic Radiology team.
In this role, you will work on a rotational basis across all three of our hospital sites, giving you exposure to a wide range of experiences and the opportunity to develop your clinical skills. You will also have the chance to work within our cutting-edge Radiology Interventional Fluoroscopy Suite at Watford General Hospital, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care.
This is a part-time, fixed-term position, offering flexibility alongside excellent opportunities for learning, growth, and professional development within a supportive and innovative team.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering an exceptional patient experience. Applicants should have prior experience in a radiology or surgical setting, be trained in cannulation, and hold an IV administration certificate.
Familiarity with the EPR system and CRIS is desirable, alongside a solid understanding of post-radiological procedure care and emergency protocols.
You will assist radiologists with interventional procedures, which require excellent aseptic technique and the ability to wear lead rubber aprons for extended periods (up to 4 hours).
Responsibilities will also include recovering patients post-sedation, managing and rotating equipment and stock, and supervising or mentoring RDAs and students.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will provide and coordinate specialist Radiology nursing care, offering expert advice and support to staff and ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care.
They will work across interventional radiology, fluoroscopy, recovery bays, and the breast clinic (SACH), upholding the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and maintaining public trust in the profession.
Responsibilities include managing nursing activities, implementing best practices, and promoting cleanliness within clinical areas. The role requires awareness of budgetary considerations and assisting with monitoring contracts and service agreements.
The post-holder will also assist with patient transport, moving, and handling within the Radiology department, utilizing provided manual handling aids. Wearing radiation protective clothing (0.5mm equivalent) is required when working in radiological areas.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will provide and coordinate specialist Radiology nursing care, offering expert advice and support to staff and ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care.
They will work across interventional radiology, fluoroscopy, recovery bays, and the breast clinic (SACH), upholding the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and maintaining public trust in the profession.
Responsibilities include managing nursing activities, implementing best practices, and promoting cleanliness within clinical areas. The role requires awareness of budgetary considerations and assisting with monitoring contracts and service agreements.
The post-holder will also assist with patient transport, moving, and handling within the Radiology department, utilizing provided manual handling aids. Wearing radiation protective clothing (0.5mm equivalent) is required when working in radiological areas.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- RGN and/or BSc Adult Nursing or NMC Registration.
- Additional post-graduate study.
- Mentorship.
Desirable
Knowledge:
Essential
- Health &Safety.
- Moving & Handling.
- Resus.
- Current trends in profession.
- Knowledge of radiology nursing.
- Knowledge of radiological procedures.
Desirable
- Interventional Radiology procedures.
- Awareness of Radiology pathways.
Experience:
Essential
- General Nursing experience.
- Able to complete comprehensively Datix forms.
Desirable
- Previous Cardiology/Radiology experience.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- RGN and/or BSc Adult Nursing or NMC Registration.
- Additional post-graduate study.
- Mentorship.
Desirable
Knowledge:
Essential
- Health &Safety.
- Moving & Handling.
- Resus.
- Current trends in profession.
- Knowledge of radiology nursing.
- Knowledge of radiological procedures.
Desirable
- Interventional Radiology procedures.
- Awareness of Radiology pathways.
Experience:
Essential
- General Nursing experience.
- Able to complete comprehensively Datix forms.
Desirable
- Previous Cardiology/Radiology experience.
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).
