Interventional Radiology Nurse

We would particularly welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background and from people with a disability; these groups are currently under-represented at senior level, we value diversity within our Trust and are working to achieve equality in our recruitment.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at COVID-19 Vaccination | How to access your vaccine in the Black Country and West Birmingham (blackcountryandwestbirmccg.nhs.uk) where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination. There is a current Government consultation underway which will determine whether some new starters may need to be vaccinated.
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RESPECT - COMPASSION - TEAMWORK - PROFESSIONALISM, The post holder will be skilled and competent to participate in a full range of Interventional Radiology procedures assisting Radiologists and Radiographers during these procedures. They will be responsible for the coordination of all interventional procedures for all Imaging modalities. They will provide specialist nursing care and support to all patients and users of the Radiology service, ensuring their dignity and privacy are not compromised at any time.
The post holder will participate in care for patients pre and post procedure, monitoring, observing, and communicating with the patient throughout the procedure. The post holder will take responsibility for the supervision and guidance of other staff including health care assistants and students. They will become competent to administer conscious sedation and care for sedated patients. They will consolidate and maintain their own
leadership and organisational skills to facilitate the smooth running of the
department. They will also abide by Trust values and adhere to all policies and procedures., Undertake all training necessary to develop skills to provide a high standard of
Interventional radiology Nursing care that meets the patient's needs, within
the agreed policies of the Imaging Department and Trust.
To use their previous nursing knowledge and skills for the clinical observation and recording of data relating to patients across all areas serviced by the Imaging Radiology Team, ensuring that accurate records of patient care and progress are maintained and reviewed.
Make appropriate and safe decisions relating to patient needs and
communicate this effectively to other members of the multi-disciplinary team caring for the patient.
Respect patients' dignity, wishes and beliefs, involving them in decision
making; and obtaining their consent either verbally or written for every
intervention.
Initiate and participate in departmental developments and take a proactive
role in the implementation of procedures and policies to improve patient care.
To be competent in the administration of I.V and oral drugs used in interventional radiology and to undertake relevant drug administration training to comply with national and Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust guidelines.
Maintain and protect the safety and confidentiality of patients and families.
To work flexibly in accordance with the changing needs of the service., To check CRIS Radiology System for any upcoming procedures.
To check Fusion for blood results and order any blood tests pertinent to the
examination required.
Prepare interventional trolleys for the daily procedures.
Daily and weekly check and re stock of crash trolleys.
Weekly check of Emergency drug Boxes.
Daily QA check of blood sugar monitoring equipment.
Stock rotation and management.
Safe and competent I.V cannulation of patients.
Correct use of aseptic techniques.
Clinical observation and recording of data relating to patients both pre and
post procedures.
Accurate completion of records including blood and microbiology forms and correct labelling of samples with subsequent delivery to Path Lab.
Escorting safely and handing over patient back to ward post procedure.
To supervise the activities of students and trainees within the department to ensure that they observe health and safety rules and fire regulations
Develop and promote good working relationships between multidisciplinary teams.
Maintain a safe working environment for both staff and patients and recognise the need for evaluating, reporting on, and acting on risk within the department.
Report all clinical and non-clinical incidents and near misses in the department according to Trust policy, to ensure timely investigation.
Work within, and contribute to, evidence-based protocols and guidelines.
To ensure a high standard of cleanliness is maintained within the department and to adhere to infection control policies.
Any other duties commensurate with grade and experience as required.
Please note your application will be transferred from the NHS Jobs system to internal Walsall Healthcare Trac System. All correspondence will be sent via Trac
Following our recent CQC visit the Trust was rated as outstanding for care and this has been recognised by NHS Improvement.

• Please Note that this post may be identified as suitable and a preference given for Internal at Risk Employees

We would particularly welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background and from people with a disability; these groups are currently under-represented at senior level, we value diversity within our Trust and are working to achieve equality in our recruitment.
IMPORTANT NOTE ON COMPLETION OF REFERENCE SECTION OF APPLICATION FORM
References from current and previous employers will be sought and must cover a minimum of 3 years employment. When completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and work email address of each of your current/previous line managers that cover this period. Failure to complete this section may result in your application not being processed.
Please review the attached Job description and person specification carefully before applying to ensure that you meet the essential job requirements.
Candidates should be aware that, regardless of country of origin, their ability to communicate in written and spoken English to the standard required to carry out the post, will be assessed during the selection process.
Referee email addresses should be provided on your application form.
Following the closing date, if you have not heard from us within 6 weeks you may assume your application has been unsuccessful.
We reserve the right to close this job early. Interested applicants are therefore advised to apply as early as possible.
If a large number of applicants meet the essential criteria then random selection will be applied.
We are committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible and committed to equal opportunities.

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust provides integrated acute and community Healthcare in the West Midlands serving a population of 260,000 residents. Walsall Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and we are continually upgrading. Construction of the new integrated critical care unit was completed in 2018, extension of a Neonatal Unit and an approved plan to build a brand new, state of the art Emergency Department which commenced in 2021
We provide high quality, friendly and effective community health services from multiple sites covering Walsall. Our multidisciplinary services include rapid response and homebased care, so that those with long term conditions and the frail elderly can remain in their own homes.
We are recommended by colleagues as a place to work which is supported by the trusts values to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to investing in our workforce
Following our recent CQC visit the Trust was rated as outstanding for care and this has been recognised by NHS Improvement.
The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including: salary sacrifice scheme; car leasing scheme; on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability); the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme; and the opportunity to develop and implement your expertise in an encouraging yet challenging environment, Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the local area with over 3,000 staff. The Trust supports Flexible Working Arrangements and Race Equality. We have a commitment to education, training and staff development.