Job summary We have amazing opportunities for highly motivated Band 5 RNs to join our dynamic, motivated Interventional Radiology (IR) team. These are nursing roles with a difference. IR is a form of pin hole surgery; a specialty rapidly developing that offers nursing roles that are challenging and hugely satisfying. A robust training programme will support you to develop expert knowledge that enables you to rotate between nursing roles in diagnostic radiology, IR labs and in IR day case units. The nursing roles include: - Surgical scrub techniques, assisting IR doctors - Patient care and observations during IR procedures - Recovery care in Day Case Units - Responding, assisting with emergencies in Radiology - Supporting all staff groups in Radiology Candidates should be motivated, forward thinking and hold a passion for professional standards within the NMC guidelines. No day is the same in IR and successful candidates will thrive in a fast paced and quickly changing environment. Previous IR experience, or expertise in a similar environment such as theatres or cardiac catheter labs, is preferred but not essential. Predominantly, the working week is: Mon-Fri with some weekend cover. All IR nurses are expected to participate in the dedicated out of hours on-call service for IR. We strive to ensure that staff can provide compassionate patient care while preserving a positive work-life balance . Main duties of the job The main duties of this post are as follows but not limited to: - Provide daily nursing advice and support the radiology department, assisting radiologists and radiographers with a wide range of specialised procedures - Provide nursing care to patients attending Radiology - To admit, recovery and discharge patients in IR Day Case Units - To monitor patient clinical observations and administer IV medication where required - To scrub and assist inside the IR labs Additional working pattern details: Additionally; on-call overnight cover for Interventional Radiology emergencies To read more information about the advertised job, please openthe Job Description and Person specification under the supporting documents heading About us A brand new IGIS Hub has established a 24/7 service for image guided interventional surgery, comprising of interventional radiology, vascular surgery and interventional cardiology. The IGIS Hub include: 2 x IR laboratories 3 x cardiac catheter laboratories 1 x hybrid imaging theatre 1 x joint dedicated 16 bedded Day Case Unit The IGIS Hub opened in the summer of 2024 which means that staff work in state-of-the-art environments. Employees also enjoy the benefits of collaborative working across specialties and staff groups. Development opportunities and role expansions are limitless. Our Trust is proud of supporting staff and services to put patients at the fore front every day. Details Date posted 09 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year (pa pro rata if part-time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 318-25-T0357 Job locations Trustwide (Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, GRH & CGH site) Gloucestershire GL1 3NN Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised job, please openthe Job Description and Person specification under the supporting documents heading. You are welcome to get in contact with us or to plan a visit to discuss the different aspects of this exciting post. We would welcome the opportunity to meet you. Additional Contact Details Kudakwashe Musanzika, Charge Nurse, Radiology email: kudakwashe.musanzika@nhs.net Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised job, please openthe Job Description and Person specification under the supporting documents heading. You are welcome to get in contact with us or to plan a visit to discuss the different aspects of this exciting post. We would welcome the opportunity to meet you. Additional Contact Details Kudakwashe Musanzika, Charge Nurse, Radiology email: kudakwashe.musanzika@nhs.net Person Specification Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Essential Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration Competency in IV drug administration and cannulation skills Competency in Basic Life Support Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Ability to wear Radiation Protection PPE for prolonged periods Desirable Experience in interventional radiology, endoscopy, theatre or cardiac interventional nursing Up to date with professional issues that influence Radiology Nursing, relating to practice, management, education and research Evidenced effective interpersonal/communication skills and ability to priorities work load Person Specification Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Essential Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration Competency in IV drug administration and cannulation skills Competency in Basic Life Support Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Ability to wear Radiation Protection PPE for prolonged periods Desirable Experience in interventional radiology, endoscopy, theatre or cardiac interventional nursing Up to date with professional issues that influence Radiology Nursing, relating to practice, management, education and research Evidenced effective interpersonal/communication skills and ability to priorities work load 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. 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. 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 Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Trustwide (Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, GRH & CGH site) Gloucestershire GL1 3NN Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Trustwide (Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, GRH & CGH site) Gloucestershire GL1 3NN Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Trustwide (Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, GRH & CGH site), GL1 3NN Gloucestershire, United Kingdom