Nuclear Medicine Nurse Specialist

OverviewRole responsibilities include preparation and administration related to nuclear medicine procedures, patient preparation for PET imaging, stock management, and daily duties to support imaging and patient care.

Responsibilities

Injecting

Checking

Potassium iodate administration

PET propranolol administration/observation

Stock ordering

Morning duties such as call bell checks, oxygen checks, and tap flushing

Assist with stress room appointment bookings and related coordination

In-patient assessments (e.g., determine if patients are fit for scanning)

PET patient preparation

RequirementsSuccessful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

We are committed to building an organisation that values the talents, skills, experience and diverse perspectives of our people. We strive to ensure everyone is respected, valued, can achieve their potential, and receives appropriate and relevant care. We promote equality, human rights, fairness, respect, dignity and autonomy as core values.

About UsCoventry nuclear medicine is in the process of replacing 2 of its 3 gamma cameras with state-of-the-art cameras with CT, and its PET scanner with a digital system—the first in the Midlands—and will be a reference site for the manufacturer. We run an onsite Radiopharmacy with a gallium generator in one of eight UK centres for Gallium-68 PET scans.

We are involved in multiple research trials, including molecular radiotherapy trials with the latest therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals. We are participating in a local trial, being the first and only centre in the UK to have a mobile PET CT scanner for theatre use. We administer patients undergoing head and neck and prostate surgeries with radiotracers that localise in the tumour, with immediate in-theatre scanning to assess margins. This work has significant potential impact for patients and the NHS.

We are exploring innovative approaches such as using drones to transport radioactive material between departments to improve access to gallium-68 across the country. Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is a large teaching Trust rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, and is recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation. Joining us provides access to extensive learning and development opportunities as part of a dynamic, forward-looking ..... full job details .....