Job summary The post holder will play a key role in supporting the Interventional Radiology departmental team in providing high quality care within the department, taking responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing andevaluating nursing care during interventional radiology therapeutic theatre procedures. The post holder will be a clinically credible practitioner who can provide effective patient care within a specialist radiological area, having regard for relevant policies and evidence base nursing within a small multidisciplinary team working cross site to support our Interventional Radiology service at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. Interventional radiology procedures cover a wide range of patients and conditions all requiring differing skills, knowledge & complexity. Main duties of the job Patient care from pre-admission, during and post procedure onto the discharge process, liaising closely with ward teams, patients and relatives. Assist with Interventional radiology theatre procedures with making up sterile trolleys, scrubbing in to assist with procedures ensuring economical use of stock, ensuring stock availability, rotation and ordering. Providing nursing support & knowledge for the main radiology department. About us Working within a small dedicated multidisciplinary team Monday to Friday. The Interventional Radiology department is currently undergoing significant upgrades to the service which will bring a greater variety and complexity of cases. There are specialist IR nurse training opportunities run in conjunction with GSTT and Kings College hospital. Date posted 29 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £35,964 to £43,780 a year per annum plus HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 197-UT5971 Job locations University Hospital Lewisham Lewisham High Street London SE13 6LH Job description Job responsibilities Job Summary: Accountable to Advanced Nurse Specialist and Head of Radiology The post holder will play a key role in supporting the nurse managers in providinghigh quality care. He / she will be prepared to work within the divisions as a NamedNurse, within a Team taking responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care. The post holder will be a clinically credible practitioner who can provide effectivepatient care in a range of clinical settings, having regard for relevant policies and theevidence base nursing. The post holder will provide support and mentorship for students and junior nurses. Key Result Areas: Act as a Named Nurse within a Team taking responsibility, over an appropriate span of time, in conjunction with the Ward Manager and the multidisciplinary team, for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care from admission to discharge within the in-patient setting. Be aware of current advances in clinical care and be able to facilitate the team members in implementation of evidence-based practice. Take an active role in the continuing development and use of protocols and standards for nursing care. Participate in evaluation, audit, and research of nursing care, and incorporate appropriate findings into practice. Actively work to promote health and prevent ill health in staff, patients, and their relatives. Promote and maintain a safe and pleasant environment for patients, visitors, and colleagues. Check the readiness for use of emergency / special equipment and ensure all equipment in use is in good working order. Have knowledge of recording relevant patient / nursing data on to computer. Ensure his / her own and junior staffs compliance with the NMC Guidelines for Records and Record Keeping (1998) in all settings. Accept responsibility for the administration, care, and custody of medicines, in accordance with legal requirements and NMC and Trust Guidelines on drug administration. Attend mandatory annual updates in fire training, Basic Life Support, and maintain knowledge of relevant policies. Have knowledge and understanding of all relevant Trust policies, including the Major Incident Plan, ensuring that junior colleagues are aware of such policies. Have knowledge of and adhere to relevant parts of national legislation, including Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH Regulations, and Moving and Handling Regulations. Transport people and / or items safely and to time consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Ensures all biomedical investigations and interventions are undertaken safely and in a timely manner, reporting and documenting results appropriately and in line with legislation, policies and procedures. Work force Manage a group of patients, prioritising their needs in conjunction with those of the ward/department, to ensure safe and effective care. Manage the ward in the absence of senior staff, ensuring safe and effective patient care. Manage an area of responsibility as required within allocated resources. Financial Have an understanding of ward/department budgets and how the division may become more cost-effective. Work within budgetary requirements whilst maintaining standards of care. Participate in the management of skill mix issues, stock control, and available Resources. Partnerships Take an active role in developing and maintaining effective communication with members of the interprofessional team, patients, and relatives about difficult matters in difficult situations. General Participate in the orientation of new members of staff within their Division. Attend relevant meetings and participate in discussions relating to the improvement of the service. Act as a change agent where necessary Ensure all Trust Nursing policies and procedures are adhered to Be aware of operational personnel issues relevant to the directorate including management of absence and sickness, disciplinary and recruitment matters Where necessary, and with support, investigate the nursing aspect of complaints and clinical incidents, and initiate corrective actions Ensure own continuing professional development and identify own Personal Development Plan Participate in the clinical and educational development of other staff within the team Act as a practice supervisor / mentor for learners, and as a preceptor for newly qualified registered nurses Act as a clinical role model for all levels of staff Encourage other staff to keep abreast of new developments and encourage the exchange of information, ideas and experiences. Structure Chart Head of Radiology Advanced Nurse Practitioner Interventional Radiology Staff Nurse Radiology Job description Job responsibilities Job Summary: Accountable to Advanced Nurse Specialist and Head of Radiology The post holder will play a key role in supporting the nurse managers in providinghigh quality care. He / she will be prepared to work within the divisions as a NamedNurse, within a Team taking responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care. The post holder will be a clinically credible practitioner who can provide effectivepatient care in a range of clinical settings, having regard for relevant policies and theevidence base nursing. The post holder will provide support and mentorship for students and junior nurses. Key Result Areas: Act as a Named Nurse within a Team taking responsibility, over an appropriate span of time, in conjunction with the Ward Manager and the multidisciplinary team, for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care from admission to discharge within the in-patient setting. Be aware of current advances in clinical care and be able to facilitate the team members in implementation of evidence-based practice. Take an active role in the continuing development and use of protocols and standards for nursing care. Participate in evaluation, audit, and research of nursing care, and incorporate appropriate findings into practice. Actively work to promote health and prevent ill health in staff, patients, and their relatives. Promote and maintain a safe and pleasant environment for patients, visitors, and colleagues. Check the readiness for use of emergency / special equipment and ensure all equipment in use is in good working order. Have knowledge of recording relevant patient / nursing data on to computer. Ensure his / her own and junior staffs compliance with the NMC Guidelines for Records and Record Keeping (1998) in all settings. Accept responsibility for the administration, care, and custody of medicines, in accordance with legal requirements and NMC and Trust Guidelines on drug administration. Attend mandatory annual updates in fire training, Basic Life Support, and maintain knowledge of relevant policies. Have knowledge and understanding of all relevant Trust policies, including the Major Incident Plan, ensuring that junior colleagues are aware of such policies. Have knowledge of and adhere to relevant parts of national legislation, including Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH Regulations, and Moving and Handling Regulations. Transport people and / or items safely and to time consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Ensures all biomedical investigations and interventions are undertaken safely and in a timely manner, reporting and documenting results appropriately and in line with legislation, policies and procedures. Work force Manage a group of patients, prioritising their needs in conjunction with those of the ward/department, to ensure safe and effective care. Manage the ward in the absence of senior staff, ensuring safe and effective patient care. Manage an area of responsibility as required within allocated resources. Financial Have an understanding of ward/department budgets and how the division may become more cost-effective. Work within budgetary requirements whilst maintaining standards of care. Participate in the management of skill mix issues, stock control, and available Resources. Partnerships Take an active role in developing and maintaining effective communication with members of the interprofessional team, patients, and relatives about difficult matters in difficult situations. General Participate in the orientation of new members of staff within their Division. Attend relevant meetings and participate in discussions relating to the improvement of the service. Act as a change agent where necessary Ensure all Trust Nursing policies and procedures are adhered to Be aware of operational personnel issues relevant to the directorate including management of absence and sickness, disciplinary and recruitment matters Where necessary, and with support, investigate the nursing aspect of complaints and clinical incidents, and initiate corrective actions Ensure own continuing professional development and identify own Personal Development Plan Participate in the clinical and educational development of other staff within the team Act as a practice supervisor / mentor for learners, and as a preceptor for newly qualified registered nurses Act as a clinical role model for all levels of staff Encourage other staff to keep abreast of new developments and encourage the exchange of information, ideas and experiences. Structure Chart Head of Radiology Advanced Nurse Practitioner Interventional Radiology Staff Nurse Radiology Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential 1st level registration NMC Desirable Degree level Experience Essential Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Able to formulate and verbalise views Able to anticipate and forward plan Knowledge Essential Ability to work under pressure and remain calm Able to recognise stress in self and others and support colleagues through stressful situations. Patient focused Reflective Desirable Computer literate Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential 1st level registration NMC Desirable Degree level Experience Essential Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Able to formulate and verbalise views Able to anticipate and forward plan Knowledge Essential Ability to work under pressure and remain calm Able to recognise stress in self and others and support colleagues through stressful situations. Patient focused Reflective Desirable Computer literate 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust Address University Hospital Lewisham Lewisham High Street London SE13 6LH Employer's website https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)