Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for committed and dedicated individuals to join our busy Eye Clinic at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital.
We are a progressive and ever developing department, which is continuously adapting to meet the needs and enhance the care provided to our patients. We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team.
Ophthalmic Outpatients is based on two sites, at the NNUH and in the Central Norwich Eye Clinic, based at Grove Road Clinic in Norwich City Centre.
Our modern hospital is set just outside of the vibrant city of Norwich, in the beautiful count of Norfolk - the land of big skies, stunning beaches and rolling countryside. Our busy and evolving hospital provides care to nearly a million patients each year and our passion for research and development is supported by our close links to the Norwich Research Park and University of East Anglia.
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently de4monstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Dedication, Integrity and Excellence.
Main duties of the job
Under the direction and supervision of the Nursing team, the successful candidates will participate as integral members of the team to help provide a quality service.
To be responsible for promoting and implementing practice conducive to the development of high-quality patient care, by providing professional support and guidance to all service users.
Please see job description for full details
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
- In collaboration with other senior colleagues, to identify, support and promote practice developments.
- Practice as a professional, with confidence, authority and expertise, acting as a role model for all staff in the pursuit of clinical excellence and ensuring the provision of a high quality service.
- Ensure the practice of self and others is in accordance with the NMC Code and work within limits of competence.
- Have a competent range of clinical skills to participate in Enhanced Clinical Skills. Be aware of the extended role status of all staff within area of responsibility
- Contribute to the development of policies and guidelines in relation to Nursing TNA/RNA, AP practice across the Ophthalmology department.
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and multi-disciplinary team. Communicate effectively with all supporting services and appropriate hospital departments. Advocate for patients as necessary.
- Ensure a full working knowledge of all equipment in use in clinical area reporting faults and teaching staff in its use.
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- In collaboration with other senior colleagues, to identify, support and promote practice developments.
- Practice as a professional, with confidence, authority and expertise, acting as a role model for all staff in the pursuit of clinical excellence and ensuring the provision of a high quality service.
- Ensure the practice of self and others is in accordance with the NMC Code and work within limits of competence.
- Have a competent range of clinical skills to participate in Enhanced Clinical Skills. Be aware of the extended role status of all staff within area of responsibility
- Contribute to the development of policies and guidelines in relation to Nursing TNA/RNA, AP practice across the Ophthalmology department.
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and multi-disciplinary team. Communicate effectively with all supporting services and appropriate hospital departments. Advocate for patients as necessary.
- Ensure a full working knowledge of all equipment in use in clinical area reporting faults and teaching staff in its use.
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the NMC register
- To have completed Post registration CPD/ Ophthalmic/ Leadership/Education
Experience
Essential
- Significant clinical experience at Band 5, and significant experience in a position relevant to the specialty.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in Ophthalmic sub specialities.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven demonstration of keen interest in development and teaching of others
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the NMC register
- To have completed Post registration CPD/ Ophthalmic/ Leadership/Education
Experience
Essential
- Significant clinical experience at Band 5, and significant experience in a position relevant to the specialty.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in Ophthalmic sub specialities.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven demonstration of keen interest in development and teaching of others
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
