Radiology IR Nurse - Band 6

Posting date:	19 September 2025
Salary:	£38,682.00 to £46,580.00 per year
Additional salary information:	£38682.00 - £46580.00 a year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	03 October 2025
Location:	Luton, LU4 0DZ
Company:	NHS Jobs
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	C9418-25-1145

Summary

Assist with the organisation, delivery and evaluation of nursing care for patients undergoing procedures within the IR theatre and Imaging department. this includes vascular and non vascular cases, CT and ultrasound biopsy and drains. This includes caring for terminally ill, disabled, elderly and confused patients Oversee the safety and comfort of patients before, during, and after procedures, discharge of patients if stable using discharge criteria. Recognise and act effectively in both medical and non-medical emergencies. Make decisions to ensure safe patient care with support from IR consultant/lead Nurse, use problem solving skills To assist with the development of other staff & team members, upholding high clinical and professional standards Communicate 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 protocols To arrange imaging appointments as required, liaising with wards, radiographers, theatres, staff and patients, dispensing any necessary preparation and instructions Assist in the co-ordination of the reception, transfer or admission of patients in conjunction with medical and bed management team Assist with arranging transfers of patient information to other hospital site within the trust to arrange procedures cross site Act as sedating/monitoring nurse, scrub Nurse, and circulating Nurse (sedation training can be provided) Practice and monitor the correct wearing of PPE (lead aprons) where necessary Preparation of sterile trolleys including the correct labelling of drugs in syringes, assisting in the use of guide wires, catheters and interventional equipment whilst maintaining sterility/asepsis Participate in the assessment, planning and implementation of moderate sedation, administering sedative drugs and monitoring sedated patients (sedation training can 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 equipment Wearing lead apron for prolonged periods when in fluoroscopy environment To 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 use The 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 drugs Ensure that infection control precautions are upheld within the care environment Inform Lead Nurse / Imaging Operations Manager of any matters affecting professional standards of patient care and work with them to solve issues Assist in the checking, ordering and administration of Controlled and other Drugs within the clinical environment Responsibility for the co-ordination of Student Nurse Placements (with lead Nurse) To be professionally accountable for all aspects of own work including the management of own workload To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice, maintain and develop personal portfolio Responsibility to maintain IRMER regulations and be aware of radiation protection regarding staff and patients Participate in the development of professional practice within the Imaging Department, to encourage and uphold high standards of professionalism Participate in the training and education programme for all departmental staff, assist with training new staff Be able to demonstrate and supervise nursing procedures to/by qualified and unqualified staff Attend and actively participate in staff meetings Adopt and adapt to new initiatives & introduction of new procedures in the department Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with all members of the multi-disciplinary team Participate in the Trust appraisal system and maintain a personal development plan Be involved in audit and clinical governance processes within the department Participate in the achievement of departmental objectives Maintain awareness 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 development