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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Assist 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 patients

Oversee 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 skills 

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 staff

Assist with arranging transfers of patient information to other hospital site within the trust to arrange procedures cross site

Act as scrub nurse, sedating/monitoring nurse and circulating Nurse (training will 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 practicing the principles of asepsis

Participate 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 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

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

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

Participate in the training and education programme for all departmental staff

Be able to demonstrate and supervise nursing procedures to qualified and unqualified staff

To attend and actively participate to regular staff meetings

Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with all members of the multi-disciplinary team

To participate in the Trust appraisal system and maintain a personal development plan

To be involved in audit and clinical governance processes within the department

Participate in the achievement of departmental objectives

Be 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 development