Deputy Nurse Manager and Nurse Injector (intravitreal injection)
The closing date is 01 July 2025
Job summary
The Deputy Nurse Manager for the Outpatient Ophthalmology Department will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, aligning with the Trust's Strategy for Nursing and Midwifery. Working alongside the Nurse Manager, the post holder will help lead and manage the clinical area, deputising in the Nurse Manager's absence. Responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, while supporting staff recruitment, appraisals, and the development of the service. The Deputy Nurse Manager will ensure the efficient use of resources, maintain a learning environment, and promote health education for patients and families. The post holder will be trained to develop the necessary competencies to safely administer injections and manage ophthalmic conditions. The role includes administering intravitreal injections for conditions such as AMD, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion, and assisting with nurse-led clinics including the Nurse Post Op cataracts clinics and nurse-led fluorescein clinic and diagnostics. The post holder will model excellent clinical practice, lead audit, research, and innovation, and support the development of nurse-led services in collaboration with the wider ophthalmology team.
Main duties of the job
The role entails providing clinical leadership and management in partnership with the Nurse Manager in the Ophthalmology Outpatients Department. The post holder is responsible for achieving clinical objectives, deputising in the Nurse Manager's absence, and performing advanced procedures such as intravitreal injections and post-operative assessments once trained. Duties include supporting consultants during clinics, assisting in diagnostic procedures , and managing patient care outcomes with thorough documentation. The role involves running nurse-led clinics, identifying and escalating post-operative complications, and delivering patient education. Collaborative multidisciplinary work, case management, and the development of treatment plans are key aspects. The nurse ensures compliance with clinical governance, safe medication administration under NMC and Trust guidelines, and safeguarding practices. Proficiency in IV therapy, cannula care, and patient management is essential. The role also includes maintaining accurate EPR records, promoting patient safety, and upholding UHSussex NHS Foundation Trust values while ensuring all practices are evidence-based and policy-aligned.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Details
Date posted
17 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
279-7233177-JUN25
Job locations
SUSSEX EYE HOSPITAL
Eastern Rd, Kemptown
Brighton and Hove
BN2 5BF
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
SUSSEX EYE HOSPITAL
Eastern Rd, Kemptown
Brighton and Hove
BN2 5BF
Employer's website
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