Experienced Staff Nurse- Interventional Radiology | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a dedicated registered nurse to assist in the International Radiology Suite. The successful candidate will perform comprehensive patient assessments, support radiology procedures, and administer sedation and IV medications. Ideal applicants will have a strong commitment to professional growth and preferably experience in acute settings. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a stimulating environment with training programs in place.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to personal growth and development in nursing.
• Desire to develop expertise in intervention radiology.
• Experience in acute trust settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient admission and recovery after procedures.
• Support radiology procedures in the International Radiology Suite.
• Administer sedation and IV medications to patients.
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and care planning.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Patient assessment

IV medication administration

Effective communication

Nursing assessment

Clinical nursing assessment

Education

Registered nurse qualification

Job description

About the role

The successful applicant will assist with patient admission for their procedure, helping and moving around the International Radiology Suite, learning conscious sedation techniques, obtaining ILS training, gaining knowledge and expertise in pain management, and supporting patients recovering from general anaesthesia.

We offer a stimulating, innovative setting and a training program that includes the Recovery GSTT course accredited by King’s College University, as well as the opportunity to work with GSTT on the ACORN research initiative.

Key Dates

Closing date: 11th January 2026

Interview date: 28th January 2026

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ needs and conduct a comprehensive nursing assessment.
• Circulate in the International Radiology suite and support radiology procedures.
• Sedate patients (once signed off as competent) and administer IV medications and blood products (training provided).
• Assist the radiologist as a scrub nurse and recover post‑general anaesthesia patients.
• Carry out clinical nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation from admission to discharge.
• Apply evidence‑based nursing practice across designated clinical areas.
• Ensure high‑quality care and a positive patient experience, respecting cultural and religious beliefs.
• Recognise and avoid situations detrimental to patient health and wellbeing.
• Use observations to develop nursing assessments and devise care plans.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and the multi‑disciplinary team.
• Take clear histories, maintain accurate documentation, and manage prescribed medication including transfusions.
• Adhere to the NMC code, health and safety regulations, and local policies, including COSHH, fire, and manual handling.
• Act as team leader/member/coordinator as necessary, giving and receiving reports.

Qualifications and Experience

• Registered nurse with a strong commitment to personal growth.
• Desire to develop expertise in intervention radiology.
• Experience working in acute Trust settings is preferred.

About Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK’s best known hospitals – Guy’s, St Thomas’, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield – as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We provide specialist care for patients with heart, lung, cancer, and renal services, alongside a full range of local hospital and community services. We are one of England’s eight academic health science centres, bringing together world‑class clinical services, teaching and research.

Additional Information

This role will be part of a Transparent interview pilot; shortlisted candidates will receive some or all interview questions in advance.