Staff Nurse Radiology in Chelmsford

We are seeking a proactive skilled and compassionate Radiology Staff Nurse to join our dynamic Imaging Department. This role is ideal for a nurse who enjoys working in a fast‑paced diagnostic environment with a strong commitment to patient care, clinical safety and continuous learning. As a Radiology Nurse you will play a pivotal role in supporting patients throughout their imaging pathway, providing clinical care before, during and after imaging procedures such as Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Mammography and interventional studies. You will work closely with radiologists, radiographers, healthcare assistants and ward staff to ensure high‑quality, efficient and safe care delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional high‑quality nursing care to patients attending the Imaging Department.
• Assist with pre‑procedure assessments and prepare patients for contrast‑enhanced imaging, biopsies or interventional procedures.
• Monitor patients during and post‑procedure, including the management of cannulation, contrast reactions and other clinical interventions where needed.
• Support the coordination of patient flow and case prioritisation across imaging modalities, particularly during high‑demands periods.
• Clinical documentation.
• Assist in maintaining emergency equipment, drug cupboards and clinical stock levels in the department.
• Provide clinical support and supervision to HCAs and junior staff, encouraging ongoing development and high standards of care.
• Work collaboratively with the Manager, radiologists and radiographers to support smooth patient pathways and escalation where clinical concerns arise.
• Actively contribute to service improvement audits and clinical governance within the department.
• To maintain a broad range of clinical competencies the post holder may have the opportunity to provide occasional nursing support to the inpatient ward in agreement with their line manager.
• Flexibility is required to cover varying shift patterns including early, mid and late shifts to ensure departmental coverage and meet patient needs. Shift patterns may be adjusted depending on operational requirements.

Person Specification

Essential

• NMC‑registered adult nurse with suitable post‑registration experience.
• Competent in cannulation (or willingness to undertake training).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, organised and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interest in diagnostic imaging and patient care pathways.

Desirable

• Previous experience in radiology theatres or outpatient procedural areas.
• Knowledge of imaging workflows and RIS/PACS systems.

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme.
• Attractive enhancement rates for permanent and bank work: 30%/40% for evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.
• 25 days annual leave plus eight Bank Holiday days.
• Family‑friendly policies including enhanced parental leave.
• Private healthcare and life assurance.
• Free uniform and DBS check.
• Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant.
• Access to our employee discount programme.
• Wellbeing Centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line.
• Long‑service employee recognition and appreciation awards.
• Access to the Ramsay Academy giving you genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career.

We’re Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we are one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day‑case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and additional services. 94% of our facilities are rated Good by the CQC and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong longstanding partnership with the NHS. We’re part of a global hospital group with over 50 years of experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation and are the key to our success and continuing growth. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks. The right to close our adverts prior to the announced closing date will be exercised to ensure a quality recruitment process. We care. It’s more than what we do – it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it’s a belief that’s as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MODs Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.