Job summary
The Interventional Radiology department based at UHW Cardiff is a leading centre not only within Wales, but the U.K, and at the forefront of several exciting service developments.
This exciting developmental post offers an opportunity to become an important part of a specialised field of nursing that is different, challenging, yet also extremely satisfying.
The successful candidate will be welcomed by our friendly multidisciplinary team and supported to undertake a competency framework that will enable them to fulfil the role of a band 5 interventional radiology nurse initially, before progressing their skills to become a band 6 Interventional radiology nurse.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work within the interventional radiology team, based in Radiology, UHW Cardiff and with comprehensive training, will be accountable for the provision of specialist nursing care for patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures. This includes pre-assessment, interventional assistant, circulating nurse, administration of conscious sedation (as band 6 only) and recovery nurse for both planned & emergency radiology procedures.
Working hours 37.5hrs over 4 days of 0800-1800. 30 mins unpaid lunch.The post holder will also be expected to participate in a 24-hour on call service, essential to the status of the UHB as a major trauma centre. The post holder will be governed by radiation protection regulations (IR(ME)R 2017) and required to wear radiation protection clothing, sometimes for long periods of time whilst in the IR theatres.
An informal visit is highly recommended to familiarise yourself with this clothing and other aspects of this unique role.
The requirement to adapt to a pressurized environment characterized by frequent variation of work load and emergency situations is paramount, as is the ability to lead in these situations.
We would welcome applications from professionals who are eager to learn new skills and progress their career in this dynamic speciality.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications/Professional Registration
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse
- Current NMC Registration
Desirable
- Venepuncture & Cannulation
- IV Drug Administration
- Core Infusion Pump Competent
- Urinary Catheterisation
- Evidence of Post Registration Training and Development
- ILS
Nursing Experience
Essential
- Sufficient post Registration Experience in an Acute NHS Setting
- Experience of Autonomous patient care
Skills
Essential
- Excellent Communication Skills
- High Level of Co-Ordination & Dexterity to Enable Manipulation of Clinical Radiological Equipment in Performing Clinical Tasks
Desirable
- Evidence of Teaching/Mentoring Skills
- Evidence of Staff Supervision/Team Leading
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to wear Radiation Protection PPE
- Ability to participate in out of hours on call rota and be on site within 30 minutes when called
- Evidence of a flexible approach to meet service needs
- Willingness & enthusiasm to complete competency framework to meet role requirements of band 5 Radiology Nurse initially, before progressing to a band 6 role
- Ability to perform under pressure
Desirable
- Evidence of independent working and initiative
Person Specification
Qualifications/Professional Registration
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse
- Current NMC Registration
Desirable
- Venepuncture & Cannulation
- IV Drug Administration
- Core Infusion Pump Competent
- Urinary Catheterisation
- Evidence of Post Registration Training and Development
- ILS
Nursing Experience
Essential
- Sufficient post Registration Experience in an Acute NHS Setting
- Experience of Autonomous patient care
Skills
Essential
- Excellent Communication Skills
- High Level of Co-Ordination & Dexterity to Enable Manipulation of Clinical Radiological Equipment in Performing Clinical Tasks
Desirable
- Evidence of Teaching/Mentoring Skills
- Evidence of Staff Supervision/Team Leading
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to wear Radiation Protection PPE
- Ability to participate in out of hours on call rota and be on site within 30 minutes when called
- Evidence of a flexible approach to meet service needs
- Willingness & enthusiasm to complete competency framework to meet role requirements of band 5 Radiology Nurse initially, before progressing to a band 6 role
- Ability to perform under pressure
Desirable
- Evidence of independent working and initiative
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).
