Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the REI Day Case Unit. This role includes preparing patients for surgery, admitting and discharging them home. To carry out pre op assessment clinics and ophthalmic related investigations.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
Within the REI Day of Surgery Unit we deal with all aspects of eye surgery . We have a very enthusiastic team who are welcoming and always eager to help. In house training is provided for the right candidates. Please feel free to pay us a visit and the staff will answer any questions you may have . The vacancy is full time which at the present means 5 shifts a week .Ophthalmic experience is not essential but some knowledge is desirable. Please see attached job description. Please contact me if you have any questions
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in the delivery of care planned and assessed by Registered Nurses
- To carry out care under indirect supervision.
- To assist in Pre-operative assessment for Ophthalmic Surgical Patients
- To admit and Discharge patients coming for Ophthalmic procedures.
- To carry out role related clinical investigations.
- To undertake specific extended skills
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in the delivery of care planned and assessed by Registered Nurses
- To carry out care under indirect supervision.
- To assist in Pre-operative assessment for Ophthalmic Surgical Patients
- To admit and Discharge patients coming for Ophthalmic procedures.
- To carry out role related clinical investigations.
- To undertake specific extended skills
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
- Demonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 (SCQF - 6), City and Guilds 3, NVQ 3 in relevant subject, BTEC National Diploma or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Aptitude & Ability
Essential
- Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
- Able to demonstrate calm, caring patient manner / attitude
- Flexible and adaptable to change, able to work a range of shifts and moving across wards/unit dependant on clinical need
- Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
- Demonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 (SCQF - 6), City and Guilds 3, NVQ 3 in relevant subject, BTEC National Diploma or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Aptitude & Ability
Essential
- Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
- Able to demonstrate calm, caring patient manner / attitude
- Flexible and adaptable to change, able to work a range of shifts and moving across wards/unit dependant on clinical need
- Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
