Job summary
We are seeking a Registered Nurse who has full ophthalmic training and has experience of working in a in a high-volume healthcare environment. Previous experience in an Ophthalmology outpatient setting is essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated nurse looking to take on a new challenge and develop within our established team.
You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality patient care. We are looking for ophthalmic trained nurses with excellent communication skills, a passion for patient care, and the ability to demonstrate empathy and professionalism in their role. If you are committed to making a real difference in patients' lives, we would love to hear from you.
Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes in Ophthalmology!
Key Requirements:
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Experience in a high-volume healthcare setting
Full ophthalmic training and experience in Ophthalmology outpatients is essential
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Passionate about delivering high-quality care
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care. Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and undertake delegated tasks from the Nurse Manager.
The Postholder will be required at times to take charge of department for a span of duty.
The postholder will always work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page
Job description
Job responsibilities
Visual assessment, ophthalmic investigations, treatment and triage of patients attending the department i.e.: IOP, RAPD, sac washout, subconjunctival injections, removal of sutures, contact lens education.
Preparation of patients undergoing ophthalmic investigations, includingrequesting of relevant investigations, surgical procedures.
Admission and discharge of patients to Ward/Department.
To run and organise, where applicable in the ophthalmic clinic, to assist in ophthalmic procedures.
Participates in maintaining a safe, comfortable and therapeuticenvironment for all patients and carers and maintain agreed standards ofnursing care.
Determines nursing priorities and plans patient care. Informs the nurse in charge when changes in circumstances may affect patient care.
Maintain nursing records in accordance with the NMC and Trustguidelines.
Maintain and improve quality of patient care through contribution to the development of Essence of Care and clinical benchmarking within the unit
Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients.
Providing information and support to patients/carers, and ensuring all those involved in the care are aware of changes in the patients condition.
Assist in the safe custody, checking and administration of drugs
To develop the clinical knowledge and skills to care for acutely ill patients admitted via both planned and unplanned routes.
To undertake expanded practice, under supervision, in order to optimise patient care and in accordance with ward/department and Trust policies.
Involve patients and carers in the planning and delivery of care
Ensure effective lines of communication within the ward/department multidisciplinary team
Assisting the department manager in identifying required resources to enable nursing staff to provide agreed standards of patient care.
Collaborates with other professional groups to ensure safe and effective care is made available on the department.
Works in line with and promotes government and hospital strategies, ensuring nursing staff meet their responsibilities and are working to the aims and objectives of the organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Visual assessment, ophthalmic investigations, treatment and triage of patients attending the department i.e.: IOP, RAPD, sac washout, subconjunctival injections, removal of sutures, contact lens education.
Preparation of patients undergoing ophthalmic investigations, includingrequesting of relevant investigations, surgical procedures.
Admission and discharge of patients to Ward/Department.
To run and organise, where applicable in the ophthalmic clinic, to assist in ophthalmic procedures.
Participates in maintaining a safe, comfortable and therapeuticenvironment for all patients and carers and maintain agreed standards ofnursing care.
Determines nursing priorities and plans patient care. Informs the nurse in charge when changes in circumstances may affect patient care.
Maintain nursing records in accordance with the NMC and Trustguidelines.
Maintain and improve quality of patient care through contribution to the development of Essence of Care and clinical benchmarking within the unit
Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients.
Providing information and support to patients/carers, and ensuring all those involved in the care are aware of changes in the patients condition.
Assist in the safe custody, checking and administration of drugs
To develop the clinical knowledge and skills to care for acutely ill patients admitted via both planned and unplanned routes.
To undertake expanded practice, under supervision, in order to optimise patient care and in accordance with ward/department and Trust policies.
Involve patients and carers in the planning and delivery of care
Ensure effective lines of communication within the ward/department multidisciplinary team
Assisting the department manager in identifying required resources to enable nursing staff to provide agreed standards of patient care.
Collaborates with other professional groups to ensure safe and effective care is made available on the department.
Works in line with and promotes government and hospital strategies, ensuring nursing staff meet their responsibilities and are working to the aims and objectives of the organisation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse, current NMC registration
- BSc in Nursing (Diploma in Nursing as a minimum)
Desirable
- Practice Assessor/Practice Supervisor Training
- Post registration qualification in relevant specialty
Experience
Essential
- Recent clinical nursing experience as a student or as a registered nurse
Desirable
- Experience within relevant clinical setting
- Evidence of maintaining a clinical learning environment
- Evidence of working with learners
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound clinical nursing knowledge and a good understanding of nursing issues and clinical governance
- Demonstrates awareness of own limitations
- Ophthalmic Experience
Skills
Essential
- Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to support less experienced staff
- Ability to problem solve
- Good written and verbal communication
Desirable
- Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing
Other
Essential
- Supportive of colleagues
- Ability to work in changing environments
- Committed to high standards of patient care
- Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour
- Maintain both personal and professional development
- Willingness to be flexible and adaptable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse, current NMC registration
- BSc in Nursing (Diploma in Nursing as a minimum)
Desirable
- Practice Assessor/Practice Supervisor Training
- Post registration qualification in relevant specialty
Experience
Essential
- Recent clinical nursing experience as a student or as a registered nurse
Desirable
- Experience within relevant clinical setting
- Evidence of maintaining a clinical learning environment
- Evidence of working with learners
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound clinical nursing knowledge and a good understanding of nursing issues and clinical governance
- Demonstrates awareness of own limitations
- Ophthalmic Experience
Skills
Essential
- Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to support less experienced staff
- Ability to problem solve
- Good written and verbal communication
Desirable
- Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing
Other
Essential
- Supportive of colleagues
- Ability to work in changing environments
- Committed to high standards of patient care
- Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour
- Maintain both personal and professional development
- Willingness to be flexible and adaptable
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).
