Imaging Staff Nurse

Overview

Department: Imaging and Interventional Radiology

Role: Imaging Staff Nurse

Band 5 Hours: 33.50 hours per week. All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

Closing date: 18 February 2026

Interview date: 11 March 2026

Milton Keynes University Hospital Imaging Department is expanding with a new Imaging Scanning Centre opening in 2026 and two Community Diagnostic Centres at Lloyds Court and Whitehouse Park. Interventional Radiology is a specialist field with procedures such as vascular work, biopsies, drainages and vascular line insertions performed using minimally invasive techniques with Fluoroscopy, CT and Ultrasound. Nursing roles are required throughout the department. The Nursing team works closely with Interventional Radiologists, Radiographers, Sonographers and the Clinical support team throughout the patient2s journey through the Imaging Department.

No previous experience in imaging or radiology is necessary, as full training will be provided if successful. For further information, please contact Imaging Nurse Manager Kliff Ramos on .

Qualifications listed are the minimum required to perform the role as described.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be an RN with a caring nature, excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to organise and use their initiative. To ensure effective nursing input and participation wherever appropriate within Imaging, this involves the delivery of patient care daily. This care will be provided while working within a wide range of radiology procedures (including CT, Interventional Radiology, MRI and Ultrasound) and within professional guidelines. The post requires flexibility to respond to changing needs within the department. Radiology is a 24/7 service and out-of-hours working may be required.

About us

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through research and education. With a CQC rating of Good and ongoing investment, this is an exciting time to join our team and develop your career.

As a medium-sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity and Paediatrics. We are expanding facilities to meet rising demand, including a growing portfolio of specialist services and the Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. Investments include Oak Wards and a Women and Children2s Centre planned to open by 2030.

For the latest news and opportunities, visit MKUH and related pages.

Job responsibilities

Clinical and Professional Responsibilities

The post holder will independently manage patients and provide high-standard care within the specialty, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver individualized direct patient care. This includes assessment, planning, and implementation of patient care, history taking, physical examination, evaluating needs, and preparing patients safely for interventional procedures.

Communication and relationship building

The post holder will provide and receive sensitive information where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathic or reassuring skills are required. This may be due to agreement, coordination or barriers to understanding. Communicate with patients, relatives or visitors to enable informed decision-making.

Responsibilities for analysis

Provide high standards of individualized nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care. Recognise and report changes in patient condition and escalate appropriately.

Responsibilities for planning & organisation of activities

Coordinate and organise own workload, in conjunction with the imaging nurse lead. Be involved with varied interventional radiology lists to ensure work follows principles of urgency and priority in a rapidly changing workflow.

Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment and Therapy

Demonstrate patient safety by ensuring all treatment and procedures are carried out by competent and appropriately trained staff. Act as a patient advocate.

Development of policies and services

Uphold safety and quality standards, contribute to Clinical Governance processes relevant to interventional radiology procedures. Contribute to effective use of resources and staff to achieve value for money without detriment to patient care. Assist in maintaining equipment and stock levels with safety and economy.

Managing people

Be responsible for own actions and workload, able to work unsupervised as well as part of a multidisciplinary team. Support ongoing professional development of registered staff.

Responsibility for information resources

Use IT systems essential to day-to-day work including CRIS, PACS and Cerner. Ensure data accuracy (name, date of birth, address, postcode, GP and telephone number) in line with departmental policies.

Research and development

Analyse and synthesise research findings to implement evidence-based practice. Participate in clinical and organisational audit as required to continually evaluate service effectiveness.

Freedom to Act

Work in accordance with hospital and department policies, procedures and guidelines. Maintain professional accountability.

Other Responsibilities

Have a flexible approach to contracted hours and work locations. Be prepared to participate in a 24/7 imaging service delivery model.

Person specifications Qualifications and knowledge

• RGN/RN Adult
• Post Registration course related to surgery or interventional radiology
• NMC UK State registered Adult Nurse
• Evidence of keeping informed of current interventional radiology techniques & practices via short courses, self-directed learning or study days
• Knowledge of national imaging standards (e.g., BMUS, IR(ME)R 2017, IRR '17 and associated codes of practice)

Experience

• Computer literacy (MS Teams, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Understanding of medication management, non-IV and IV medications and blood products
• Data protection, FOI and confidentiality within NHS
• Ability to obtain and analyse clinical data to recognise deteriorating patients
• Ability to calculate drug doses for infusions requiring concentration adjustments
• Experience caring for patients with acute and long-term conditions
• Relevant experience within the last 24 months as a Registered Nurse in a UK acute hospital
• Familiarity with HIS-Cerner, CRIS and PACS (Insignia)

Skills

• Good organizational and time management skills
• Self-motivation and ability to learn and develop
• Logical decision making and problem solving
• Ability to work to agreed protocols and standards of practice
• Accountability for own professional actions
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure
• Flexible attitude to service provision and openness to change
• Team working and collaboration
• Ability to cope with physical demands of the role, including manual handling of patients and equipment
• Ability to use initiative and seek guidance when needed
• Proven ability to assess clinical situations and act appropriately

Personal and people development

• Maintain confidentiality and trustworthiness
• Remain calm and polite under pressure
• Willingness to teach/train less experienced staff and students in ultrasound
• Maintain continued professional development as required by NMC
• Patient-centered and customer-focused

Communication

• Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication
• Friendly, professional attitude
• Strong empathic skills and ability to manage issues with care and compassion
• Ability to work across imaging modalities and with diverse professional groups
• Keep records accurate and up to date
• Professional appearance and conduct
• English proficiency sufficient to perform the role

Specific requirements

• Participation in departmental shift system across 7 days including out-of-hours
• Ability to travel to all trust sites including community diagnostic centres

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a Disclosure check will be conducted via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 per annum, pro rata if part-time