Job summary
The Interventional Radiology team at Luton and Dunstable Hospital is seeking experienced Band 6 Nurses to join our dedicated unit, delivering high-quality care to patients undergoing a range of IR procedures. This role also involves coordinating our close-knit team during shifts to ensure smooth and effective service delivery.
We pride ourselves on being a small, friendly team committed to excellence in patient care and experience. In the coming year, we will be relocating to a cutting-edge Hybrid theatre, expanding our capacity to provide both vascular and non-vascular interventional radiology services.
We are looking for individuals with strong patient assessment and observation skills, who are confident leading during procedure lists. To be considered, candidates must have experience in an acute hospital setting, including caring for clinically unstable patients and providing scrub nursing support for both vascular and non-vascular IR procedures.
As part of a small team within a larger department, the ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively is essential. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care and thrive in a dynamic clinical environment, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Care for patients undergoing procedures, monitoring obs, administering medications, insert cannula, monitor CBG, provide emotional support to patients
Pre-assess patients for interventional radiology procedures using pre assessment criteria, provide patients with information about their procedure
Care for patients & monitor them post procedure, transferring to recovery/wards
Assist with the preparation of sterile fields and specialist equipment, Scrub Nursing, circulating (nephrostomy, biliary stenting, angioplasty, embolisation)
Assist with CT and Ultrasound biopsy and drainage procedures in the Imaging department
Circulate for open vascular surgery
Able to stand or long periods
Able to work a mix of shifts, the longest shift being 0700 - 1900
Wear lead aprons during fluoroscopy cases which can be for long periods
Safely administer sedation after receiving sedation training
Work closely with the IR lead Nurse to uphold standards and develop the team
Work independently to organise, co-ordinate and prioritise own daily workload
To encourage time keeping and efficiency during list times
Liaise with Radiologists about procedures, make bookings via booking clerks, liaise with bed managers, specialist Nurses and wider team to facilitate smooth procedures
Act as a practice assessor for Nursing students, support students from the MDT
Delegate tasks to other team members when leading the list, problem solve issues during the shift. To deputise for lead Nurse when they are away
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist with the organisation, delivery and evaluation of nursing care for patients undergoing procedures within the IR theatre and Imaging department. this includes vascular and non vascular cases, CT and ultrasound biopsy and drains. This includes caring for terminally ill, disabled, elderly and confused patients
Oversee the safety and comfort of patients before, during, and after procedures, discharge of patients if stable using discharge criteria.
Recognise and act effectively in both medical and non-medical emergencies.
Make decisions to ensure safe patient care with support from IR consultant/lead Nurse, use problem solving skills
To assist with the development of other staff & team members, upholding high clinical and professional standards
Communicate effectively and sensitively verbally, face to face and by telephone with a wide range of clinical technical and administrative staff across the Trust, patients, relatives/Carers and visitors to the department. This will include patients whose first language may not be English.
Assist the Radiologist in diagnostic procedures according to professional training and departmental protocols
To arrange imaging appointments as required, liaising with wards, radiographers, theatres, staff and patients, dispensing any necessary preparation and instructions
Assist in the co-ordination of the reception, transfer or admission of patients in conjunction with medical and bed management team
Assist with arranging transfers of patient information to other hospital site within the trust to arrange procedures cross site
Act as sedating/monitoring nurse, scrub Nurse, and circulating Nurse (sedation training can be provided)
Practice and monitor the correct wearing of PPE (lead aprons) where necessary
Preparation of sterile trolleys including the correct labelling of drugs in syringes, assisting in the use of guide wires, catheters and interventional equipment whilst maintaining sterility/asepsis
Participate in the assessment, planning and implementation of moderate sedation, administering sedative drugs and monitoring sedated patients (sedation training can be provided)
To frequently deal with unpleasant conditions within the clinical environment. This will include bodily fluids, unpleasant odours, and disposal of bedpans.
Safe moving and handling of patients and equipment
Wearing lead apron for prolonged periods when in fluoroscopy environment
To accurately input details on to the Radiology management system; to update patient details, record information post procedure and scan all documents on system.
Assist in ensuring that equipment is kept clean, faults reported and defective equipment removed from use
The post holder is expected to be able to use their initiative while in this busy environment and be prepared to continually improve their practice, assisting with the introduction and implementation of procedures, protocols and other documentation.
Assist with the maintenance and monitoring of stocks and materials within the clinical areas, ensuring that adequate stock levels maintained, to include drugs
Ensure that infection control precautions are upheld within the care environment
Inform Lead Nurse / Imaging Operations Manager of any matters affecting professional standards of patient care and work with them to solve issues
Assist in the checking, ordering and administration of Controlled and other Drugs within the clinical environment
Responsibility for the co-ordination of Student Nurse Placements (with lead Nurse)
To be professionally accountable for all aspects of own work including the management of own workload
To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice, maintain and develop personal portfolio
Responsibility to maintain IRMER regulations and be aware of radiation protection regarding staff and patients
Participate in the development of professional practice within the Imaging Department, to encourage and uphold high standards of professionalism
Participate in the training and education programme for all departmental staff, assist with training new staff
Be able to demonstrate and supervise nursing procedures to/by qualified and unqualified staff
Attend and actively participate in staff meetings
Adopt and adapt to new initiatives & introduction of new procedures in the department
Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
Participate in the Trust appraisal system and maintain a personal development plan
Be involved in audit and clinical governance processes within the department
Participate in the achievement of departmental objectives
Maintain awareness of and adhere to Trust and local policies and procedures; ensure that they are complied with at all times.
Relevant documentation issued by statutory bodies be adhered to.
Participate in the utilisation of research and development
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist with the organisation, delivery and evaluation of nursing care for patients undergoing procedures within the IR theatre and Imaging department. this includes vascular and non vascular cases, CT and ultrasound biopsy and drains. This includes caring for terminally ill, disabled, elderly and confused patients
Oversee the safety and comfort of patients before, during, and after procedures, discharge of patients if stable using discharge criteria.
Recognise and act effectively in both medical and non-medical emergencies.
Make decisions to ensure safe patient care with support from IR consultant/lead Nurse, use problem solving skills
To assist with the development of other staff & team members, upholding high clinical and professional standards
Communicate effectively and sensitively verbally, face to face and by telephone with a wide range of clinical technical and administrative staff across the Trust, patients, relatives/Carers and visitors to the department. This will include patients whose first language may not be English.
Assist the Radiologist in diagnostic procedures according to professional training and departmental protocols
To arrange imaging appointments as required, liaising with wards, radiographers, theatres, staff and patients, dispensing any necessary preparation and instructions
Assist in the co-ordination of the reception, transfer or admission of patients in conjunction with medical and bed management team
Assist with arranging transfers of patient information to other hospital site within the trust to arrange procedures cross site
Act as sedating/monitoring nurse, scrub Nurse, and circulating Nurse (sedation training can be provided)
Practice and monitor the correct wearing of PPE (lead aprons) where necessary
Preparation of sterile trolleys including the correct labelling of drugs in syringes, assisting in the use of guide wires, catheters and interventional equipment whilst maintaining sterility/asepsis
Participate in the assessment, planning and implementation of moderate sedation, administering sedative drugs and monitoring sedated patients (sedation training can be provided)
To frequently deal with unpleasant conditions within the clinical environment. This will include bodily fluids, unpleasant odours, and disposal of bedpans.
Safe moving and handling of patients and equipment
Wearing lead apron for prolonged periods when in fluoroscopy environment
To accurately input details on to the Radiology management system; to update patient details, record information post procedure and scan all documents on system.
Assist in ensuring that equipment is kept clean, faults reported and defective equipment removed from use
The post holder is expected to be able to use their initiative while in this busy environment and be prepared to continually improve their practice, assisting with the introduction and implementation of procedures, protocols and other documentation.
Assist with the maintenance and monitoring of stocks and materials within the clinical areas, ensuring that adequate stock levels maintained, to include drugs
Ensure that infection control precautions are upheld within the care environment
Inform Lead Nurse / Imaging Operations Manager of any matters affecting professional standards of patient care and work with them to solve issues
Assist in the checking, ordering and administration of Controlled and other Drugs within the clinical environment
Responsibility for the co-ordination of Student Nurse Placements (with lead Nurse)
To be professionally accountable for all aspects of own work including the management of own workload
To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice, maintain and develop personal portfolio
Responsibility to maintain IRMER regulations and be aware of radiation protection regarding staff and patients
Participate in the development of professional practice within the Imaging Department, to encourage and uphold high standards of professionalism
Participate in the training and education programme for all departmental staff, assist with training new staff
Be able to demonstrate and supervise nursing procedures to/by qualified and unqualified staff
Attend and actively participate in staff meetings
Adopt and adapt to new initiatives & introduction of new procedures in the department
Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
Participate in the Trust appraisal system and maintain a personal development plan
Be involved in audit and clinical governance processes within the department
Participate in the achievement of departmental objectives
Maintain awareness of and adhere to Trust and local policies and procedures; ensure that they are complied with at all times.
Relevant documentation issued by statutory bodies be adhered to.
Participate in the utilisation of research and development
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive acute experience
- Radiology theatre experience
- Vascular scrub experience
Desirable
- Experience in theatres/radiology/cath lab or similar within last 18 months
Professional registration
Essential
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed SSA (Standards for Student Supervision & Assessment)/MSPP/student assessor qualification or willing to work towards ASAP
Desirable
- Evidence of student assessor role
Team working
Essential
- Works effectively in a team
- Self aware, of impact of own behaviours on the team and the patient
- Positive outlook, values all team members
Desirable
- Evidence of positive team contributions
- conflict resolution
- evidence of diplomacy in difficult conversations
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of good attitude self awareness and contributing to positive environment at work
- Competent scrub Nurse
- Competent vascular scrub Nurse
- Able to preassess patients
- Calm and professional during emergencies
- Immediate life support (or willing to undertake ASAP)
Desirable
- Good attitude and self awareness demonstrated at interview
- Experience in EVAR/embolisation/thrombectomy
- Recovery experience
- Blood product administration
- IV drug administration
- IV sedation (moderate sedation) qualified- national safe sedation/sedate:UK or equivalent
Evidence of CPD
Essential
- course attended within last 2 years, in house or external
- keeps up to date with mandatory training
- Revalidation maintained
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive acute experience
- Radiology theatre experience
- Vascular scrub experience
Desirable
- Experience in theatres/radiology/cath lab or similar within last 18 months
Professional registration
Essential
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed SSA (Standards for Student Supervision & Assessment)/MSPP/student assessor qualification or willing to work towards ASAP
Desirable
- Evidence of student assessor role
Team working
Essential
- Works effectively in a team
- Self aware, of impact of own behaviours on the team and the patient
- Positive outlook, values all team members
Desirable
- Evidence of positive team contributions
- conflict resolution
- evidence of diplomacy in difficult conversations
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of good attitude self awareness and contributing to positive environment at work
- Competent scrub Nurse
- Competent vascular scrub Nurse
- Able to preassess patients
- Calm and professional during emergencies
- Immediate life support (or willing to undertake ASAP)
Desirable
- Good attitude and self awareness demonstrated at interview
- Experience in EVAR/embolisation/thrombectomy
- Recovery experience
- Blood product administration
- IV drug administration
- IV sedation (moderate sedation) qualified- national safe sedation/sedate:UK or equivalent
Evidence of CPD
Essential
- course attended within last 2 years, in house or external
- keeps up to date with mandatory training
- Revalidation maintained
Desirable
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).
