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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Interventional Radiology Staff Nurse to develop their skills and knowledge by joining the expanding nursing team in the Interventional Radiology Department.

This dynamic department provides a wide range of ultrasound, x-ray and CT guided diagnostic and interventional treatments . The unique and varied nature of the specialty means that there is always something new and interesting to learn. Due to the diversity of patients who attend for treatment, the radiology nurse has the ability to care for a wide range of patients of all ages, from emergencies, medical, surgical, vascular, oncology, renal and urological specialties. The radiology nurses are vital team members, fulfilling the scrub, circulating and recovery nurse roles, they have the ability to transfer these skills to the theatre environment when required, as well as organising the patients’ pre and post-procedure care. This role also includes working in CT to cover for interventional procedures.

The Interventional Radiology Department comprises a small team of nurses who work alongside the larger multi-disciplinary team including Radiographers, Radiologists, Radiology Assistants, Health Care Support Workers and Administration Staff.

The Interventional Radiology department runs a day time service from Monday to Friday with varying shift patterns.

With training, the post holder will also be expected to provide cover for our 24 hour on call service, every third weekend of the month and bank holidays. With further training the role would lead to involvement in the administration of intravenous conscious sedation, requiring advanced monitoring of patients during procedures.

You would also be involved in the care and management of patients having ultrasound and CT guided procedures, for both inpatient and day cases, which may also involve working with the anaesthetic team.

The ideal candidate will be expected to demonstrate commitment to their own personal development and show keen interest in the future development of the profession and the imaging services. If you are motivated, enthusiastic to learn new skills, and committed to the delivery of high quality patient care this is an ideal opportunity for you to grow and develop within the radiology setting.

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country – one of the country’s most culturally diverse areas. It’s a friendly and welcoming place – a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.

We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.

Our values – Ambition, Respect and Compassion – are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.

Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to “Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population.” It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It’s what makes us unique.

We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we’re ‘with you all the way’ we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.

For further information regarding this post, please see the attached job description and person specification.