Job summary
Are you a compassionate and detail oriented nurse looking to
specialize in a dynamic clinical environment? As a Radiology Nurse, youll play
a vital role in supporting patients through diagnostic imaging and
interventional procedures. This position combines advanced nursing care with
technical expertise, ensuring patients feel safe, informed, and comfortable
before, during, and after their radiology treatments.
We offer a fast paced primary imaging service to a busy
Emergency Department as well as to local GPs, wards and out-patients. We
perform a high number of imaging examinations in our innovative new theatres,
including trauma, elective surgery and urology as well as interventional work
in fluoroscopy and CT.
We have heavily invested in Radiology equipment across the
trust with the latest diagnostic imaging equipment allowing us to provide high
quality care to all of our patients.
As a Radiology Nurse working at CDDFT, the role
will encompass a wide range of examinations both diagnostic and theraputic in
nature for our patients, and will involve working within CT, Ultrasound and Fluoroscopy.
Main duties of the job
Working closely with radiologists, radiographers, and the
wider multidisciplinary team, youll be responsible for preparing patients,
monitoring their wellbeing, administering medications or contrast agents, and
providing clear explanations to ease anxieties. Beyond direct patient care,
youll contribute to maintaining high standards of safety, infection control,
and clinical excellence in a fast paced department where precision and empathy
go hand in hand.
Aftercare of the patients - ensuring patients are safely
handed over to appropriate departments and receive the required observations
pre & post procedure.
Ensure maintanance of stock levels within the department
Monthly Checks of departmental drugs & ensuring safe and
secure storage - liasing with pharmacy to ensure supplies
Daily crash trolley checks & education surrounding the
emergency equipment to the rest of the Radiology team.
First point of contact for assisting with any deteriorating
patients within the department
Ensuring the safety of patients within the
department
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have been employed for a minimum of two years
of as a HCA within the NHS for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months).
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be an integral part of the Radiology
team, working closely with the Consultant Radiologists, Radiographers,
Radiographers, Radiology students and other associated Radiology staff.
This is a new role designed to support staff across the
Trust in our expanding interventional procedures, where successful candidates
will be required to work between the two main sites of Darlington and Durham
each week.
The staff member will be responsible ensuring they maintain
their own continuing professional development.
To adhere to the acknowledged safe practices of radiation
protection standards.
To engage with the Regional Imaging and Diagnostic Practice
Nurse to promote & improve Radiology nursing as a career.
Monitoring physiological observations and supporting
patients during procedures.
Emotionally supporting patients and their families during
their journey through Interventional Radiology.
Recovery care for patients post procedure within
Interventional radiology protocols.
Infection control and audit throughout the department
Liaising with wards and working with other Allied Health
Professionals.
Surgical Scrub nurse support during procedures.
Comply with all radiology SOPs and Policies.
Compliance with all Health and safety Procedures
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be an integral part of the Radiology
team, working closely with the Consultant Radiologists, Radiographers,
Radiographers, Radiology students and other associated Radiology staff.
This is a new role designed to support staff across the
Trust in our expanding interventional procedures, where successful candidates
will be required to work between the two main sites of Darlington and Durham
each week.
The staff member will be responsible ensuring they maintain
their own continuing professional development.
To adhere to the acknowledged safe practices of radiation
protection standards.
To engage with the Regional Imaging and Diagnostic Practice
Nurse to promote & improve Radiology nursing as a career.
Monitoring physiological observations and supporting
patients during procedures.
Emotionally supporting patients and their families during
their journey through Interventional Radiology.
Recovery care for patients post procedure within
Interventional radiology protocols.
Infection control and audit throughout the department
Liaising with wards and working with other Allied Health
Professionals.
Surgical Scrub nurse support during procedures.
Comply with all radiology SOPs and Policies.
Compliance with all Health and safety Procedures
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Commitment to CPD
- Adaptable
- Motivated
- Team Player
- Able to travel cross Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Effective communication with staff, patients and relatives.
- Professional appearance and manner.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to operate within a scheme of work using evidence based practice.
- Excellent organisational skills
Desirable
- Excellent organisational skills
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Nursing or Diploma in Nursing
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post graduate experience
Desirable
- Radiology or Radiation controlled area experience
- Experience of working within a sterile field/Scrub experience
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Commitment to CPD
- Adaptable
- Motivated
- Team Player
- Able to travel cross Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Effective communication with staff, patients and relatives.
- Professional appearance and manner.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to operate within a scheme of work using evidence based practice.
- Excellent organisational skills
Desirable
- Excellent organisational skills
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Nursing or Diploma in Nursing
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post graduate experience
Desirable
- Radiology or Radiation controlled area experience
- Experience of working within a sterile field/Scrub 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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
