Lead Radiology Nurse

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Adult Registered Nurse to support interventional radiology and theatre services. The role requires relevant nursing qualifications and evidence of CPD, with desirable postgraduate and management qualifications to strengthen the team.

You’ll contribute to SOP development and clinical governance while delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (adult)
• Relevant diploma, BSc or equivalent experience
• Experience of working in Interventional Radiology or theatre
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of leading a team
• Experience in writing and contributing to the formulation of SOPs, policies and procedures
• Post graduate qualification (Desirable)
• Management qualification (Desirable)
• Knowledge of ionising radiation (Desirable)

Responsibilities

• Detailed duties listed in attached Job Description (not provided in HTML)
• Adhere to SOPs, policies and procedural requirements
• Contribute to recruitment and equality & diversity commitments
• Support CPS and CPD activities as required

Skills

Clinical nursing

Interventional radiology knowledge

Leadership

SOP development

Education

Registered Nurse (adult) registration

Diploma/BSc in Nursing or equivalent

Postgraduate qualification (Desirable)

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person specification

Qualification

Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse (adult)
• Relevant diploma, BSc or equivalent experience

Desirable criteria

• Post graduate qualification
• Management qualification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of working in Interventional Radiology or theatre.
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of leading a team
• Experience in writing and contributing to the formulation of SOPs, policies and procedures

Desirable criteria

• Experience implementing change
• Experience in Mentorship
• Knowledge of ionising radiation

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If the role requires a qualification/professional registration, you will need to provide proof during the recruitment process. By submitting your application you are giving the Trust permission to check the qualification certificates provided back to the source provider. Please note that a sample of all applicant's qualifications will be checked with the educational institution or provider.

If you require the application form in an alternative format, please call the Recruitment Team on 01743 492402 or email us at [e-mail]

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised.

We commit to removing barriers for people with disabilities or long-term health conditions in recruitment, training, and career progression. We will offer an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the above position and will support reasonable adjustments wherever possible. In addition, whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are male, from black and minority ethnic backgrounds or who have a disability, as these are currently under-represented in our workforce.

We are committed to offering an interview to applicants from the Armed Forces community who meet the minimum criteria for the position. In addition, for those who are successfully appointed from the Armed Forces community, the Trust are committed to recognising previous service and rank in terms of pay, annual leave and other terms and conditions.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment. The policies and practices of the Trust aim to promote an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of all people. At the heart of our policy, we seek to treat people fairly, flexibly and with dignity and respect.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from an Ethnic minority background are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace, that attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Many of our colleagues work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise a fair and equitable process that balances your needs, the needs of our patients and service delivery.

Our Commitment to Safety and Respect - The Trust is a signatory to the NHS Sexual Safety Charter and is committed to a safe, inclusive workplace free from sexual misconduct, harassment, and discrimination.

Thank you for your interest in The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, we look forward to receiving your application for employment.