Staff Nurse, Interventional Radiology
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Croydon, CR7 7YE
Salary
£45,953 to £54,254
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
8 September 2026
8 days left
Job description
The post holder deputises for the Senior Nurse, ensuring the effective running of the department in his/her absence. Working closely with the Senior N...
- To ensure that the care delivered to patients is a result of individual assessment of their need using an appropriate assessment framework and actively seek consent in the delivery of such care.
- Collaborating with the Senior Sister and ADN, develop care pathways, clinical practice guidelines and protocols in line with National Service Frameworks, Department of Health guidance and the National Institute of Clinical Excellence to facilitate delivery of care which is best practice.
- To actively encourage application of Essence of Care (DOH 2001) benchmarks to daily practice and in the delivery of care to patients.
- Demonstrate clinical expertise by regularly practicing alongside the nursing team delivering hands on care, using highly developed physical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- To encourage creative, innovative practice that positively impacts on patient care.
Please see the attached supporting document (Job Description) which contains more information about the role.
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Evidence of participating in CPD
- Mentorship experience
Desirable
- Radiology Course or Equivalent
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential
- Demonstrates and understanding of clinical emergencies, prioritisation and decision making
- Demonstrates knowledge of Interventional Radiological Procedures and Radiation Protection
- Demonstrates awareness of the principles of infection control and aseptic technique
- Good understanding of anatomy
Desirable
- Knowledge of Peripheral Vascular disease
Experience
Essential
- Radiology nursing experience Or Minimum of 12 months recent, continuous experience of nursing care in an acute setting post registration
Desirable
- Experience in supervision of junior staff/others
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good written communication skills and organisational skills
- Punctuality and flexible approach to meet the needs of the department
- Cannulation and Phlebotomy Certification
- IV Drug Administration Certification
Desirable
- Management skills
- Willing to learn
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
25 August 2026
Last checked
27 August 2026
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