Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role
Main duties of the job
Are you seeking a change? Are you looking to broaden your clinical horizons?
Interventional Radiology at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is the leading UK Centre for interventional oncology and undertakes the full range of interventional services. It was awarded Exemplar Status in 2012 and is an integral part of the hospital's Major Trauma service. The department has a newly commissioned and operational state of the art hybrid theatre which is one of its kind in the country.
An opportunity has arisen for motivated and enthusiastic staff Nurse with good communication skills to join our highly specialised Interventional Radiology team at University Hospital Southampton. You will find no two days are the same within the department and will rotate between different clinical specialities, giving you exposure to various departments.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will provide a high standard of individualised nursing care in accordance with agreed policies, through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for individual patients, and assist with Interventional Radiological Procedures within agreed policies and procedures.
The role which includes scrub & circulating duties would be ideally suited to nurses with operating theatre experience. The role also includes administration of IV sedation/analgesia/medication and recovery of patients undergoing elective and emergency procedures. Experience is desirable however full training will be provided.
You will work Mon-Fri covering shifts from 8.00 19.00 and participate in the 24/7 on-call rota once you have gained sufficient experience. The department has plans to expand its service to 6-7 days per week therefore rota flexibility will be required. Night duty is not a requirement.
If you think you would like to be part of our friendly and enthusiastic team, or would like more information then please contact
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will provide a high standard of individualised nursing care in accordance with agreed policies, through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for individual patients, and assist with Interventional Radiological Procedures within agreed policies and procedures.
The role which includes scrub & circulating duties would be ideally suited to nurses with operating theatre experience. The role also includes administration of IV sedation/analgesia/medication and recovery of patients undergoing elective and emergency procedures. Experience is desirable however full training will be provided.
You will work Mon-Fri covering shifts from 8.00 19.00 and participate in the 24/7 on-call rota once you have gained sufficient experience. The department has plans to expand its service to 6-7 days per week therefore rota flexibility will be required. Night duty is not a requirement.
If you think you would like to be part of our friendly and enthusiastic team, or would like more information then please contact
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
- Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
- Understanding of personal accountability
- Knowledge of own role within the team
- Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
- Awareness of evidence-based practice
- Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
- Evidence of on-going personal development
- Able to use initiative
- Understanding of IRMER regulations
- Experience of monitoring acute patients
Desirable
- Evidence of recent study
- Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
- Teaching experience
- Experience of acting as First Assistant/ scrubbing with Radiologist for IR procedures.
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Working Together
- Always Improving
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
- Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
- Understanding of personal accountability
- Knowledge of own role within the team
- Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
- Awareness of evidence-based practice
- Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
- Evidence of on-going personal development
- Able to use initiative
- Understanding of IRMER regulations
- Experience of monitoring acute patients
Desirable
- Evidence of recent study
- Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
- Teaching experience
- Experience of acting as First Assistant/ scrubbing with Radiologist for IR procedures.
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Working Together
- Always Improving
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).
