Job summary
There are so many reasons to join our team at
Sunderland Eye Infirmary.Aside from our fantastic staff,
we have lots of exciting things going on.Our plans for ourEye
Hospital in Sunderland are taking shape and will be our new home, with work having
started this year. The new hospital means
Sunderland will remain home to the regions only dedicated standalone eye
hospital. It will strengthen our excellent reputation across the NHS, both
regionally and nationally as a centre of excellence for ophthalmology
care.
We
also never stay still when it comes to discovering new and better treatments.
As one of the few specialist eye hospitals in the country, research and using
developing technology is a key part of our work. We encourage innovation and
research in everything we do. There is always something to get involved
in.If you share our vision for'excellence in all that we do',
wed love you to join us!
We are looking for a
motivated individual who is keen to assist in providing a fast track injection
and clinic service within the Directorate of Ophthalmology based at Sunderland
Eye Infirmary. The aim of
the unit is to provide a consultant led, nurse delivered service supported by
the medical and other allied health professional teams.
A training programme on
commencement will support the development of skills which will assist in implementing
the patient pathway.
Main duties of the job
You will work within this
busy department carrying out pre and post- operative checks for patients having
intravitreal injections on high volume lists. You will be responsible for the
safety of patients under your care whilst ensuring patients feel comfortable
and reassured during this important procedure.
You will offer postoperative
advice, administer and supply any necessary medications and with development
carry out various ophthalmic investigations.
The role also requires
coordinating clinics and supervising staff both at SEI and off site locations.
The unit
delivers via session working from Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:30 and may
include evenings and weekends as the service expands. You will be expected to
work in offsite locations such as Durham Treatment Centre and South Tyneside
Hospital on a rotational basis.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Ensure effective and honest communication with patients, relatives and carers, taking into consideration level of understanding, culture and background
Address any issues regarding care/concerns raised by patients and families as they occur and escalate concerns you are unable to resolve to the most appropriate person
Encourage relatives to take an active interest in the welfare and care of the patient
Ensure effective communication with multi professional / multi agency teams
Behave in a professional manner, which respects the differing needs and cultures of patients and staff
Act as a link nurse, as designated by line manager, adhering to link nurse roles and responsibilities and ensuring effective communication to and from the ward team.
Attend ward / department meetings
Ensure all documentation and record keeping is accurate, legible and completed in a timely manner., in accordance with NMC Code and local policy
Have courage to raise concerns regarding quality and patient safety
Demonstrate a proactive attitude to developing own and others practice providing both formal and informal teaching
Ability to teach patients and carers as appropriate to individual need
Effectively deal with staff/patients/public including those who may be upset, aggressive or challenge explanations given
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Ensure effective and honest communication with patients, relatives and carers, taking into consideration level of understanding, culture and background
Address any issues regarding care/concerns raised by patients and families as they occur and escalate concerns you are unable to resolve to the most appropriate person
Encourage relatives to take an active interest in the welfare and care of the patient
Ensure effective communication with multi professional / multi agency teams
Behave in a professional manner, which respects the differing needs and cultures of patients and staff
Act as a link nurse, as designated by line manager, adhering to link nurse roles and responsibilities and ensuring effective communication to and from the ward team.
Attend ward / department meetings
Ensure all documentation and record keeping is accurate, legible and completed in a timely manner., in accordance with NMC Code and local policy
Have courage to raise concerns regarding quality and patient safety
Demonstrate a proactive attitude to developing own and others practice providing both formal and informal teaching
Ability to teach patients and carers as appropriate to individual need
Effectively deal with staff/patients/public including those who may be upset, aggressive or challenge explanations given
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute hospital or community healthcare setting
Desirable
- Recent experience of working as a registered nurse
- Experience of working in an Ophthalmology settings
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information
- Able to work without supervision
- Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office
- Evidence of CPD
- Knowledge of national health and social care policy
- Knowledge of evidence based guidelines e.g. NICE guidelines, NPSA alerts, current nursing legislation
Desirable
- Venepuncture and cannulation competency
- Ophthalmic skills such as Visual Acuity, Tonopen and eye drops instillation
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse) or evidence of qualification if newly qualified
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing
- Clinical Teaching experience
- Mentorship preparation
- Teaching qualification
- Completion of Foundations in Ophthalmic Nursing Practice Module or equivalent
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute hospital or community healthcare setting
Desirable
- Recent experience of working as a registered nurse
- Experience of working in an Ophthalmology settings
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information
- Able to work without supervision
- Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office
- Evidence of CPD
- Knowledge of national health and social care policy
- Knowledge of evidence based guidelines e.g. NICE guidelines, NPSA alerts, current nursing legislation
Desirable
- Venepuncture and cannulation competency
- Ophthalmic skills such as Visual Acuity, Tonopen and eye drops instillation
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse) or evidence of qualification if newly qualified
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing
- Clinical Teaching experience
- Mentorship preparation
- Teaching qualification
- Completion of Foundations in Ophthalmic Nursing Practice Module or equivalent
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Grindon Lane Primary Care Centre
Grindon Lane,
Sunderland,
Tyne and Wear,
SR3 4EN
Employer's website
https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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