Job summary
This post is based at the St. Ann's satellite sites. Moorfields is one of the world's leading eye hospitals, providing expertise in clinical care, research and education.
The post holder is responsible for assessment of care needs of patients, planning programmes of care, implementation and evaluation of these programmes with direct supervision. The post holder will be a key member in relation to the development of practice on the ward. They will be working independently/autonomously and at times without direct supervision, accountable for their own professional actions. Ensuring the safety and well-being of service users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles.
Our main focus is the treatment and care of NHS patients with a wide range of eye problems, from common complaints to rare conditions which require treatments not available anywhere else in the UK. We treat people at our main hospital base in London's City Road and at 19 satellite facilities in and around the capital, which enables us to provide expert treatment closer to patient's homes. Moorfields has contracts with more than 80 primary care trusts across the country, making us a truly national centre for eye care.
Main duties of the job
- Is accountable for his/her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence.
- Will act in accordance with local, hospital and statutory guidelines and policies including health and safety initiatives.
- Will compile a personal & professional portfolio (in conjunction with the performance management process and the compilation of a Personal Development Plan.
- Will maintain a high standard of care and give courteous reception to all patients and visitors.
- Will practice in a cost effective and cost aware manner.
- Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safely, security and risk.
- Will establish a relationship with a clinical supervisor.
About us
This post is based at our St Ann's satellite site.
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
- Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
- Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
- Free 24/7 independent counselling service
- Learning and development opportunities
- Easy and quick transport links
- A range of attractive benefits and discounts
- Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skills
- Flexible working friendly organisation
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Responsible for carrying out clinical ophthalmic practice within designated clinical areas, ensuring that high quality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluations for patients is provided from admission through to discharge.
- Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of ophthalmic work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
- Carry out ophthalmic nursing procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards.
- Is accountable for his/her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence.
- Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safely, security and risk
- Communicate effectively and efficiently with all members of the multi-disciplinary team regarding patient care
- Will communicate with patients and relatives, making reports and liaising as appropriate with medical staff other member of the care team and management.
- Attend and participate in ward meetings and help promote new ideas and methods and assist in their implementation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Responsible for carrying out clinical ophthalmic practice within designated clinical areas, ensuring that high quality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluations for patients is provided from admission through to discharge.
- Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of ophthalmic work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
- Carry out ophthalmic nursing procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards.
- Is accountable for his/her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence.
- Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safely, security and risk
- Communicate effectively and efficiently with all members of the multi-disciplinary team regarding patient care
- Will communicate with patients and relatives, making reports and liaising as appropriate with medical staff other member of the care team and management.
- Attend and participate in ward meetings and help promote new ideas and methods and assist in their implementation.
Person Specification
Attitude
Essential
- Writing and Verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Mentorship experience - teaching & supporting students
Knowledge
Essential
- Nursing qualifications or equivalent
Desirable
- Ophthalmic training, qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in Ophthalmic setting ( Clinics, Day-care, Theatres)
Desirable
- Leadership and management qualification/ experience
Skills
Essential
- Years of experience in hospital setting or in Ophthalmic setting
Desirable
- Experience in handling and managing Ophthalmic machines, slit-lamp, I-care, Biometry, Visual Fields or any diagnostic machines
Person Specification
Attitude
Essential
- Writing and Verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Mentorship experience - teaching & supporting students
Knowledge
Essential
- Nursing qualifications or equivalent
Desirable
- Ophthalmic training, qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in Ophthalmic setting ( Clinics, Day-care, Theatres)
Desirable
- Leadership and management qualification/ experience
Skills
Essential
- Years of experience in hospital setting or in Ophthalmic setting
Desirable
- Experience in handling and managing Ophthalmic machines, slit-lamp, I-care, Biometry, Visual Fields or any diagnostic machines
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
