Job summary
Are you a highly motivated individual with a passion for innovation and a desire to excel in a fast-paced environment? If you have over two years of critical care experience and at least one year in Radiology Nursing, along with a keen interest in the technical aspects of nursing, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are currently seeking a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse to join the Interventional Radiology team at St Mary's Hospital.
St Mary's is a major trauma center in London, specializing in both general interventional procedures and vascular procedures. The department offers a wide range of learning opportunities, from basic procedures like biopsies and drainages to complex treatments such as Angioplasty,
Thrombolysis, Aortic stenting, ureteric stenting, embolization treatment, and Liver Ablation. The role also involves developing skills in the recovery of post-anesthetic patients and Level 2 care.
We believe in investing in our staff's growth and development. Our comprehensive orientation program includes in-house training, foundation courses, coaching, and leadership training.
You will have the opportunity to build skills and knowledge in surgical scrubbing, circulating, and recovery skills. The role provides exposure to Endovascular work, microwave ablation, MRgFUS fibroids, Prostate embolization, Thrombectomy, embolization of aneurysms, and other highly specialized treatments.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse, you will be a key leader in the team, aligning with our trust values to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care in this innovative environment. The position provides ample opportunities to gain valuable managerial skills, offering a solid foundation for career growth.
The successful candidate will have a unique chance to make a difference in the service, working collaboratively with radiologists, radiographic staff, and anesthetists to provide care for complex patients across all imaging modalities, including Angio, CT, Ultrasound, MRI, and Recovery.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
Job description
Job responsibilities
If you're looking to advance your nursing career in a busy and innovative environment, possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and enjoy collaborating with multi-professional teams, then this could be the ideal position for you.
We welcome informal visits or encourage you to reach out to Daniel Sinclair, Senior Nurse, at daniel.sinclair@nhs.net or 02033121723/02033121319 for further information.
Jon us on this exciting journey where your skills and passion can make a significant impact! We look forward to welcoming you to our dynamic team. Interview dates will be communicated shortly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
If you're looking to advance your nursing career in a busy and innovative environment, possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and enjoy collaborating with multi-professional teams, then this could be the ideal position for you.
We welcome informal visits or encourage you to reach out to Daniel Sinclair, Senior Nurse, at daniel.sinclair@nhs.net or 02033121723/02033121319 for further information.
Jon us on this exciting journey where your skills and passion can make a significant impact! We look forward to welcoming you to our dynamic team. Interview dates will be communicated shortly.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nursing
- Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience.
- Radiology nursing course.
- Registered General nurse (level 1)
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further training applicable to the post
- Management course or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive experience of IR & Imaging nursing
- Experience of nursing care in an acute or critical care setting
Desirable
- Experience in resource management
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise department activities and to use initiative
- Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
- Competency in medication administration including IV medications
- Skills required to undertake clinical activity related to IR & Imaging nursing
Desirable
- Ability to appraise staff and willing to learn
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nursing
- Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience.
- Radiology nursing course.
- Registered General nurse (level 1)
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further training applicable to the post
- Management course or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive experience of IR & Imaging nursing
- Experience of nursing care in an acute or critical care setting
Desirable
- Experience in resource management
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise department activities and to use initiative
- Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
- Competency in medication administration including IV medications
- Skills required to undertake clinical activity related to IR & Imaging nursing
Desirable
- Ability to appraise staff and willing to learn
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).
