Job summary
We are looking for staff nurses who have an interest in Ophthalmology. In conjunction with the Charge Nurses, Matron and the wider team you will be responsible for providing our patients with the best Ophthalmology care whilst ensuring there is a smooth flow within the Department.
The emergency department within the Western Eye is the only walk in emergency department within North West London and as such we see the full range of Ophthalmology emergencies. This is busy exciting department to work in which provides many learning opportunities for those who have an interest in Ophthalmology.
Main duties of the job
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To provide high quality, effective, and compassionate nursing care to patients in urgent and critical situations.
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To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate them without supervision
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To deliver efficient and effective care, ensuring that patients receive the best possible treatment during time of need
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To provide specialized nursing care to patients with eye-related emergencies
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To collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional care in the Ophthalmology A&E setting.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional practice
- Ophthalmic Course / Module
Experience
Essential
- Some experience experience as registered nurse
Desirable
- Ophthalmic nursing experience within A&E or specialized ophthalmology setting
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise A&E activities and to use initiative
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Clinical Assessment: Proficient in conducting thorough patient assessments, recognizing acute symptoms, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the eye
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional practice
- Ophthalmic Course / Module
Experience
Essential
- Some experience experience as registered nurse
Desirable
- Ophthalmic nursing experience within A&E or specialized ophthalmology setting
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise A&E activities and to use initiative
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Clinical Assessment: Proficient in conducting thorough patient assessments, recognizing acute symptoms, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the eye
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).
