Job summary
To deliver high quality care to patients within all areas of Outpatients Department including Ophthalmology working in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines, whilst also being aware of the importance of their role in supporting members of the team, and always adhering to the Trust values, and in accordance with NMC regulations.
Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge
To be able to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care to patients within the Outpatients and Ophthalmology setting.
Communicate in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times.
Take every opportunity to continue to develop, practice and expand their own general and specialist nursing skills.
Main duties of the job
To deliver high quality care to patients within all areas of Outpatients and Ophthalmology Departments working in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines, whilst also being aware of the importance of their role in supporting members of the team, and always adhering to the Trust values, and in accordance with NMC regulations.
Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge
To be able to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care to patients within the Outpatients setting.
Communicate in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times.
Take every opportunity to continue to develop, practice and expand their own general and specialist nursing skills.
Additional information regarding roles and responsibilities are fully detailed within the job description
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver high quality care to patients within all areas of Outpatients Departments working in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines, whilst also being aware of the importance of their role in supporting members of the team, and always adhering to the Trust values, and in accordance with NMC regulations.
Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge
To be able to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care to patients within the Outpatients setting.
Communicate in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times.
Take every opportunity to continue to develop, practice and expand their own general and specialist nursing skills.
Additional information regarding roles and responsibilities are fully detailed within the job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver high quality care to patients within all areas of Outpatients Departments working in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines, whilst also being aware of the importance of their role in supporting members of the team, and always adhering to the Trust values, and in accordance with NMC regulations.
Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge
To be able to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care to patients within the Outpatients setting.
Communicate in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times.
Take every opportunity to continue to develop, practice and expand their own general and specialist nursing skills.
Additional information regarding roles and responsibilities are fully detailed within the job description
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Putting Patients First
- Responsive to and supportive of patients and staff
- Open, welcoming and honest
- Unfailingly kind, treating everyone with respect, compassion and dignity
- Determined to develop our skills and continuously improve the quality of care
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree
- Registered Nurse on NMC register
- Evidence of recent and on-going professional development
Desirable
- Mentorship/Teaching and assessing course
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting
- Experience with acutely ill patients
- Evidence of teaching and assessing
- Ability to utilise pre-registration experience to demonstrate an understanding of the relevant settings
- Proven clinical experience in relevant area
Desirable
- NHS Experience within Ophthalmology services
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates a genuine interest and has awareness of issues in Outpatients departments
- Practices in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Awareness of current nursing and NHS issues
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team
- Ability to form excellent interpersonal relationships
- Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
Desirable
- NHS experience in relevant specific areas/Department - Ophthalmology
Personal Qualities / Attributes
Essential
- Maintain professional image / attitude at all times
- Patient centred in all aspects, acts as an advocate for patient
- Flexibility in shift and working patterns to meet the needs of the service
- Non-judgemental attitude
- Ability to accept criticism constructively / aware of limitations
- Ability to cope with high pressure and stressful environments within area of speciality
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work full shift pattern including rotation, as relevant to areas on request
- Health clearance from Occupational Health for relevant position
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Putting Patients First
- Responsive to and supportive of patients and staff
- Open, welcoming and honest
- Unfailingly kind, treating everyone with respect, compassion and dignity
- Determined to develop our skills and continuously improve the quality of care
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree
- Registered Nurse on NMC register
- Evidence of recent and on-going professional development
Desirable
- Mentorship/Teaching and assessing course
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting
- Experience with acutely ill patients
- Evidence of teaching and assessing
- Ability to utilise pre-registration experience to demonstrate an understanding of the relevant settings
- Proven clinical experience in relevant area
Desirable
- NHS Experience within Ophthalmology services
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates a genuine interest and has awareness of issues in Outpatients departments
- Practices in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Awareness of current nursing and NHS issues
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team
- Ability to form excellent interpersonal relationships
- Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
Desirable
- NHS experience in relevant specific areas/Department - Ophthalmology
Personal Qualities / Attributes
Essential
- Maintain professional image / attitude at all times
- Patient centred in all aspects, acts as an advocate for patient
- Flexibility in shift and working patterns to meet the needs of the service
- Non-judgemental attitude
- Ability to accept criticism constructively / aware of limitations
- Ability to cope with high pressure and stressful environments within area of speciality
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work full shift pattern including rotation, as relevant to areas on request
- Health clearance from Occupational Health for relevant position
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).