Staff Nurse - Imaging

Staff Nurse- Imaging/IR  

London: Chelsea Outpatient Centre, 272 / 280 Kings Road, SW3 5AW   

(with some rotation to The Lister Hospital, Chelsea Bridge Rd, London SW1W 8RH, Chiswick Medical Centre, W4 4HS)  

Full time: 37.5 hours per week     

Shift times: Monday –Friday (Flexibility required to cover 8am – 8.00pm)    

Permanent contract    

Salary: £34,100-£37,793 Depending on experience     

We’re looking for a staff Nurse in Imaging/IR to join the Chelsea Outpatient Centre part of The Lister Hospital, currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.     

As the Staff Nurse within the Imaging department, you will report to the Imaging Sister and will provide a customer focused high-quality nursing service to our patients and service users.  

The Staff Nurse will strive for and maintain the best standard of clinical standards and efficiency for our users at all times. The role will require rotation throughout all the imaging modalities (Interventional Radiology, CT, Ultrasound, Breast Imaging, MRI and Core Services) and throughout all the imaging sites within The Lister campus as required.  

You will also need to be flexible to travel to our other sites-based in Chiswick & Nine Elms   

Duties & Responsibilities:  

• Provide a professional standard of excellence in nursing services for all patients.  

• Become competent in all areas of Imaging Nursing, including assisting with one stop breast clinics including imaging guided drainages and biopsies, Interventional Radiology cases and therapeutic procedures.  

• Share clinical knowledge with multi-disciplinary colleagues both formally (through CPD sessions/clinical competency forms) and informally (ad hoc teaching/training opportunities).  

• Participate in regular mandatory training relating to Safeguarding Vulnerable adults and children, ensuring compliance in escalation of any safeguarding concerns.  

• Assist bookings clerks and Radiographers in the booking of immediate appointments.  

• Form an effective working relationship with Consultants, medical, Radiographic and administrative staff within the Department and the hospital as a whole.  

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.       

What you’ll bring:      

• Hold a BSc (or equivalent) in Nursing and hold a current UK NMC registration meeting PREP requirement.  

• Demonstrate commitment to theatre/Imaging nursing through CPD/protocol development within a radiology area.  

• Previous experience in Breast services is desirable 

• Have a portfolio of relevant CPD  

• Post Graduate qualification within imaging or another relevant area  

• Previous experience in working with paediatrics is an advantage  

Why HCA UK?    

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.     

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Staff Nurse in Imaging, you’ll be eligible for:    

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you    

• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals    

• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service    

• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme    

• Group Life Assurance from day one    

• Critical illness cover    

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay    

• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland    

• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you    

• Discounts with over 800 major retailers    

Diversity and Inclusion    

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.    

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.    

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