Job summaryLuton and Dunstable Interventional Radiology team are looking for Band 6 Nurses to care for patients undergoing IR procedures, working up to co-ordinating our small team during shifts (3/4 days a week- see post details)We are a small friendly team dedicated to excellent patient care and experience.Successful applicants will have excellent patient assessment and patient observation skills and be keen to develop into a team leader when enough experience is gainedApplicants must have extensive experience in an acute hospital setting, Experience of radiology or theatre Nursing is preferred but not essential as training can be providedThe post holder will work as part of a small team within a large department so excellent interpersonal skills are a mustMain duties of the jobAssess patients for interventional radiology procedures using pre assessment criteria, provide patients with information about heir procedureCare for patients undergoing procedures, actively supporting them, monitoring observations, administering medications, insert and remove cannula, monitor CBGCare for patients & monitor them post procedure, recovering them, transferring to recovery/wardsAssist with the preparation of sterile fields and specialist equipment, Scrub Nursing, circulating nurse during proceduresTo wear PPE (lead aprons) during fluoroscopy casesTo safely administer sedation after receiving sedation trainingTo liaise with Radiologists about procedures, make bookings, liaise with bed managers, specialist Nurses and wider team to facilitate smooth proceduresAct as a practice assessor for Nursing students, support students from the MDT, co-ordinate student placementsTo work independently to organise, co-ordinate and prioritise own daily workload, to act as Nurse in charge for shifts once experiencedAbout usBedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesAssist with the organisation, delivery and evaluation of nursing care for patients undergoing procedures within the Imaging department (e.g. liver biopsies, lung biopsies, and nephrostomies) this includes caring for terminally ill, disabled, elderly and confused patientsOversee the safety and comfort of patients before, during, and after procedures, Nurse led discharge of patients if stable.Recognise and act effectively in both medical and non-medical emergencies.To effectively co-ordinate IR Lists and staff breaks, make decisions to ensure safe patient care with support from lead Nurse, use problem solving skillsCommunicate effectively and sensitively verbally, face to face and by telephone with a wide range of clinical technical and administrative staff across the Trust, patients, relatives/Carers and visitors to the department. This will include patients whose first language may not be English.Assist the Radiologist in diagnostic procedures according to professional training and departmental protocolsTo arrange imaging appointments as required, liaising with wards, radiographers, theatres, staff and patients, dispensing any necessary preparation and instructionsAssist in the co-ordination of the reception, transfer or admission of patients in conjunction with medical and bed management staffAssist with arranging transfers of patient information to other hospital site within the trust to arrange procedures cross siteAct as scrub nurse, sedating/monitoring nurse and circulating Nurse (training will be provided)Practice and monitor the correct wearing of PPE (lead aprons) where necessaryPreparation of sterile trolleys including the correct labelling of drugs in syringes, assisting in the use of guide wires, catheters and interventional equipment whilst practicing the principles of asepsisParticipate in the assessment, planning and implementation of moderate sedation, administering sedative drugs and monitoring sedated patients (training will be provided)To frequently deal with unpleasant conditions within the clinical environment. This will include bodily fluids, unpleasant odours, and disposal of bedpans.Safe moving and handling of patients and equipmentWearing lead apron for prolonged periods when in fluoroscopy environmentTo accurately input details on to the Radiology management system; to update patient details, record information post procedure and scan all documents on system.Assist in ensuring that equipment is kept clean, faults reported and defective equipment removed from useThe post holder is expected to be able to use their initiative while in this busy environment and be prepared to continually improve their practice, assisting with the introduction and implementation of procedures protocols and other documentation.Assist with the maintenance and monitoring of stocks and materials within the clinical areas, ensuring that adequate stock levels maintained, to include drugsEnsure that infection control precautions are upheld within the care environmentInform Lead Nurse / Imaging Operations Manager of any matters affecting professional standards of patient careAssist in the checking, ordering and administration of Controlled and other Drugs within the clinical environmentResponsibility for the co-ordination of Student Nurse PlacementsTo be professionally accountable for all aspects of own work including the management of own workloadTo be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice, maintain and develop personal portfolioResponsibility to maintain IRMER regulations and be aware of radiation protection regarding staff and patientsParticipate in the development of professional practice within the Imaging DepartmentParticipate in the training and education programme for all departmental staffBe able to demonstrate and supervise nursing procedures to qualified and unqualified staffTo attend and actively participate to regular staff meetingsEstablish and maintain an effective working relationship with all members of the multi-disciplinary teamTo participate in the Trust appraisal system and maintain a personal development planTo be involved in audit and clinical governance processes within the departmentParticipate in the achievement of departmental objectivesBe aware of and adhere to Trust and local policies and procedures; ensure that they are complied with at all times.Relevant documentation issued by statutory bodies be adhered to.Participate in the utilisation of research and developmentPerson SpecificationExperienceEssentialExtensive acute experienceDesirableExperience in theatres/radiologyProfessional registrationEssentialActive NMC registrationDesirableCurrent registrationQualificationsEssentialCompleted SSA (Standards for Student Supervision & Assessment)DesirableEvidence of student assessor roleTeam workingEssentialWorks effectively in a teamDesirableEvidence of positive team contributionsSkillsEssentialEvidence of good attitude self awareness and contributing to positive environment at workDesirableGood attitude and self awareness demonstrated at interviewEvidence of CPDEssentiale.g. courses attended, revalidation,DesirableLink-Role ContributionsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameBedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressLutonLewsey road, LutonLutonLU4 0DZEmployer's websitehttps://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)