Job summary
The Interventional Radiology (DSA) Suite is one of the specialist modalities within the Department of Medical Imaging. The service currently operates Monday to Friday 08.30 to 17.00 plus an emergency out of hours on call service including evenings and weekends.
The modality specialises in interventional procedures such as vascular angiography, nephrostomies, biliary stenting, embolization, ultrasound guided biopsies, diagnostic coronary angiography and pacemaker insertion to name just a few. The nursing team is also responsible for assisting with the care of patients attending other Medical Imaging modalities such as CT, ultrasound and the main x ray department. Finally we also provide the Radiology nurse/radiographer led vascular access service for the Trust.
The Interventional Radiology (DSA) Suite is a very exciting, dynamic and interesting place to work. The post holder will be part of a small, established team of nurses, radiographers, Consultants and support staff who are all committed to providing our patients with the highest possible standard of care.
Main duties of the job
Ideally, you should be competent in the clinical skill of intravenous drug administration; however, additional training and support, will be provided for the right candidate. This is a rare opportunity for nurses looking to expand their knowledge and skills in the specialism of interventional radiology as we offer a comprehensive training programme within a supportive learning environment. You will learn a range of skills as a scrub nurse, circulating nurse and in the pre-operative, intra-operative and post-recovery care of patients undergoing interventional radiology and cardiology procedures. The ideal candidate will be expected to demonstrate commitment to their own personal development and show a keen interest in the future development of the profession and imaging services.
On completion of all competencies you will be required to take part in the emergency out of hours on call rota which includes nights, weekends and bank holidays. In addition, the Medical Imaging service is working towards an extended working day/week in line with the NHS Plan, therefore a flexible approach is essential.
If you are enthusiastic, motivated, and ready for a new challenge and are interested in becoming part of our friendly multidisciplinary team, we would love to hear from you.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, it's our pledge to help you Develop, Belong and Thrive, Here.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Recent experience in an Acute hospital clinical setting
Desirable
- Experience in interventional radiology or cardiology or similar acute care setting
- Scrub experience
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Adult Nurse/RGN with current NMC registration
- Up to date knowledge of professional issues
- Up to date with mandatory training
- Able to demonstrate professional development post registration to support revalidation
Desirable
- Clinical skills of peripheral cannulation and intravenous drug administration
- Immediate Life Support (ILS)
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Caring attitude towards patients
- Communicate effectively with colleagues/staff at all levels both verbally and via written documentation
- Ability to deal with clients who have barriers to communication (language, deafness, learning difficulties)
- Able to maintain patient confidentiality
- Team player
- Ability to work independently when required
- Able to work under pressure
- Follow protocols but able to evaluate the need for consultation with senior colleagues
- Logical & methodical manner
- Able to accommodate the demands of the post as required with flexible working and good attendance
- Able to commit to being part of an out of hours on call rota
- Able to travel to all Trust sites independently as required
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Recent experience in an Acute hospital clinical setting
Desirable
- Experience in interventional radiology or cardiology or similar acute care setting
- Scrub experience
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Adult Nurse/RGN with current NMC registration
- Up to date knowledge of professional issues
- Up to date with mandatory training
- Able to demonstrate professional development post registration to support revalidation
Desirable
- Clinical skills of peripheral cannulation and intravenous drug administration
- Immediate Life Support (ILS)
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Caring attitude towards patients
- Communicate effectively with colleagues/staff at all levels both verbally and via written documentation
- Ability to deal with clients who have barriers to communication (language, deafness, learning difficulties)
- Able to maintain patient confidentiality
- Team player
- Ability to work independently when required
- Able to work under pressure
- Follow protocols but able to evaluate the need for consultation with senior colleagues
- Logical & methodical manner
- Able to accommodate the demands of the post as required with flexible working and good attendance
- Able to commit to being part of an out of hours on call rota
- Able to travel to all Trust sites independently as required
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).
