Job overview
We are looking for an individual who is looking to expand their knowledge and skills within the Radiology department at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital.
Experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.
Applicants are expected to maintain high standards of care for all patients undergoing diagnostic and Interventional procedures.
You will be working within an experienced and supportive team and will have the opportunity to learn new skills and knowledge. Complete training will be given for the role. We are committed to developing and supporting our nursing workforce and provide you with inhouse training with an excellent induction programme.
Opportunities will be given to attend study days, Interventional Radiology conferences, sedation study days including simulation training.
Working hours are Monday to Friday 8-6pm. 4 day week if full time. No nights, weekends or on call.
Main duties of the job
You will work with supervision and guidance in providing and maintaining a high standard of care of all patients undergoing various Interventional Radiological procedures within Interventional Radiology, CT, and Ultrasound such as Angioplasty, Embolization, biopsies and drainage. We also pre-assess and have a day case facility in Radiology to recover our patients
You will have the opportunity to learn and further develop clinical skills including patient assessment pre and post procedure. Intra and post operative care and recovery. Sedation and patient monitoring. Scrub nurse
You will work within a multidisciplinary team including Consultant Radiologists, Radiographers and Radiographic assistants.
Happy to Talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible and part time working will be considered.
Working for our organisation
We are a friendly and supportive team, who are committed to providing the best quality of care for all our patients. We work with all specialities across the hospital, building good working relationships.
The vision at Hampshire NHS Foundation Trust is to provide outstanding care for every patient. We serve a population of nearly 600,000 people across Hampshire and West Berkshire as well as some people who access our specialist services from across the country.
Created in January 2012 the Foundation Trust prioritises the provision of exceptional, compassionate, care delivered by the valued staff working in a culture of collaboration and mutual respect. HHFT employs circa 6,000 people and had a turnover of £382m in 17/18
Four core values (CARE) Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Encourage. These are in place to support of four clear objectives, provide outstanding care of patients, empowering all members of staff, sustainable growth and innovating for the future.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents attached.
Informal visits are encouraged. Come and meet the team and our Radiology department.
Person specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Qualified as a NMC registered Nurse
2. ESOL Level 2 or equivalent if English is not first Language
3. Literacy Level 2 or Equivalent
Desirable criteria
4. Mentorship training
5. Additional relevant specialist training
Experience and Knowledge
Essential criteria
6. Experience of working in an acute healthcare environment
7. Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable criteria
8. Experience working in interventional procedures
9. Theatre Experience
10. Experience of Recovery
Skills and ability
Essential criteria
11. IT Skills: competence in office applications
12. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
13. Good organisational skills
Desirable criteria
14. Awareness of NHS coding and budgets
15. Ability to workin in a team to support colleagues