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 centre 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-anaesthetics patients and Level 2 care. 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 many 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 anaesthetists to provide care for complex patients across all imaging modalities, including Angio, CT, Ultrasound, MRI, and Recovery. 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. With the support of a clinical educator, clinical nurse specialists, and a friendly team environment, you will have the tools and encouragement to thrive in your role. Main duties of the job Post holder will report directly to Senior Sister / Charge Nurse as direct line manager, and will support Imaging staff nurses and Imaging assistant. Nursing team management will be centralised by Imaging Lead Nurse. Clinical Nurse Specialists and Clinical Nurse Educator as part of senior nursing team will support the teams from an operational and clinical perspective not managerial. Key members of the Imaging directorate are the General service Manager, Medical director, Clinical service Manager, Modality leads, Head of Nursing, Consultants and Junior Medical staff, Radiographic team, allied health professionals, administrative and clerical support, and technical staff. Collaborative working with Stroke team, theatre recovery, Intensive care and external agencies is paramount. 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. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £44,806 to £53,134 a year pa inclusive Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 290-WCCS-1864 Job locations St Mary's Hospital London W2 1NY 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) Radiology nursing course. Critical care or recovery nursing course or equivalent experience Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience. Desirable Willingness to undertake further training applicable to the post Experience Essential Comprehensive experience of IR & Imaging nursing and has experience of nursing care in an acute or critical care setting. Desirable Experience in resource management Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential Teaching. Ability to organise department activities and to use initiative Have an interest in professional development Knowledge of the NMC Code Competency in medication administration including IV medications Knowledge of quality, standards setting and audit IT skills Desirable Ability to appraise staff and willing to learn Person Specification Education/ qualifications Essential Registered General nurse (level 1) Radiology nursing course. Critical care or recovery nursing course or equivalent experience Teaching Qualification or equivalent experience. Desirable Willingness to undertake further training applicable to the post Experience Essential Comprehensive experience of IR & Imaging nursing and has experience of nursing care in an acute or critical care setting. Desirable Experience in resource management Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential Teaching. Ability to organise department activities and to use initiative Have an interest in professional development Knowledge of the NMC Code Competency in medication administration including IV medications Knowledge of quality, standards setting and audit IT skills 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. 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 Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Address St Mary's Hospital London W2 1NY Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)