Role Summary
Our Radiology Nurses work as part of a multi-disciplinary team of Consultant Radiologists, Radiographers, Nurses and support staff to deliver safe, effective and efficient care to all patients attending the Radiology department. You will work within the Interventional Radiology theatre assisting with all procedures; this includes circulating and working as a scrub nurse to assist the Consultant Radiologists. You will also facilitate other image guided procedures (including CT, Ultrasound and Fluoroscopy.) This provides a diverse and engaging environment to work in.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
Are you ready for a change in your nursing career with more sociable working hours? Do you want to be part of a constantly evolving speciality whilst maintaining and learning new clinical skills? We are looking for an enthusiastic and patient focussed nurse to join our friendly team of radiology nurses. The successful candidate will assist with interventional imaging procedures for patients across acute and non-acute pathways, as well as caring for patients before and after their procedures.
We welcome applications from all areas of nursing although previous experience in interventional radiology, endoscopy, cardiac catheterisation or theatre is desirable. Training will be given to successful applicants to ensure that an excellent knowledge of interventional procedures is gained. The key qualities of a radiology nurse are a passion to advocate for the patient and their safety, champion the trust values and have the desire to work within a dynamic team.
Radiology also plays a significant part in the new Community Diagnostic Hub located at the Sowton Site. As part of this, Radiology nurses will provide cover on a rotational basis to support the Fluoroscopy service and assist with day to day Radiology nursing assistance. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new service.
Our department strongly supports role development and you will be encouraged to work in innovative ways to benefit the patient and the team.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. The Interventional Radiology service operates Monday-Friday, with an out of hours on call service to cover emergencies. Radiology nurses are required to participate in the interventional radiology on call rota and therefore the ability to drive or to be close to work is desirable.
On call work is paid at an enhanced rate in addition to your salary.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
For further information please contact: Emily Hurford or Mike Reed on 01392 403740 / emily.hurford@nhs.net / michael.reed2@nhs.net
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
