Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is passionate about working in this innovative and fast paced environment.
Do you have years of experience in a critical care setting and at least one year experience in Radiology Nursing? Do you enjoy the technical aspects of nursing and are enthusiastic about providing high quality of patient care in a very specialised area? Can you work effectively with multi-professional teams and demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills?
If the answer is YES then this is the role is for you!
We offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced Radiology Nurse to take up the Band 6 Junior Sister / Charge Nurse fixed term role within Imaging Department at Hammersmith Hospital.Hammersmith hospital is a specialist center for Renal, Hepato-biliary, Hematology, Pulmonary and Oncology.
Our supportive nursing team offers a unique combination of technical and high dependency nursing skills. The team works in conjunction with radiologists, radiographic staff and anaesthetists providing care for complex patients across all imaging modalities including Angio, CT, Ultrasound, MRI, Recovery and Nuclear medicine.
The band 6 sister / charge nurse will play an integral part in leading the team according to our trust values and ensuring the delivery of high quality patient care within this innovative environment. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to make a difference to this service.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will support the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in the delivery of quality care and the provision of a continuous efficient and effective service. In addition, the role will support the provision and post procedural care of other imaging guided procedures.
- Provide supplementary leadership to the nursing team, keeping Departmental and Trust objectives in focus.
- Supervise, manage and develop the nursing team in line with the direction of the Lead Nurse.
- Facilitate the on-going professional development of newly appointed staff, junior or less experienced Nurses, Imaging Assistants, Student Nurses and Radiographers / Radiography Students in accordance with Imperial Trust policies and procedures.
- At all times adhere to all Imperial policies and procedures and NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
- Maintain the high standards outlined in the Department's Philosophy of Care by keeping abreast of current research and promoting best practice.
- Support the service improvement programme, actively participating in data collection, process mapping and meetings as required.
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
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General nurse (level 1)
- Degree in Nursing
- Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration - Registered General Nurse (level 1)
Desirable
- Post registration qualification
- Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience.
- Radiology nursing course, critical or recovery nursing course
- Management course or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive experience of IR & Imaging nursing or has experience of nursing care in an acute or critical care setting
Desirable
- Experience in resource Management
Skills/ Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Skills required to undertake clinical activity related to IR & Imaging nursing
- Competency in medication administration including IV medications
- Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
- Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
Desirable
- Previous use of Radiology information systems
- Experience of working in a hospital environment
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General nurse (level 1)
- Degree in Nursing
- Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration - Registered General Nurse (level 1)
Desirable
- Post registration qualification
- Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience.
- Radiology nursing course, critical or recovery nursing course
- Management course or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive experience of IR & Imaging nursing or has experience of nursing care in an acute or critical care setting
Desirable
- Experience in resource Management
Skills/ Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Skills required to undertake clinical activity related to IR & Imaging nursing
- Competency in medication administration including IV medications
- Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
- Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
Desirable
- Previous use of Radiology information systems
- Experience of working in a hospital environment
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).
