Ophthalmic Staff Nurse
The closing date is 31 July 2025
Job summary
The A&E Department of the Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre (BMEC) has a full time vacancy for a Staff Nurse. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who would like to work in this busy and fast paced environment. A keen interest in ophthalmology is essential, previous experience is not essential as training will be provided. Shift patterns include a combination of Early and Late 5 days a week or Long Days 3 days a week, but noNight Shifts.
Main duties of the job
As the Ophthalmic Staff Nurse you will be responsible for
- Clear documentation of patients' current and past ophthalmic history and other assessment information
- Obtain visual acuity on adults and children using various vision testing charts
- Administration of medication (oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, intravenous, subconjunctival and topical)
- Eye irrigation
- Vital signs, blood glucose monitoring and measurement of intraocular pressures
- Application of eye pad and cartella (eye shield)
- Support senior staff/colleagues, clinicians and other members of the multidisciplinary team
- Manage a cohort of patient in the Urgent Care Clinics
- Participate in internal meetings and contribute to the betterment of the department
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Details
Date posted
17 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
381-SS-7293383
Job locations
SWB NHS Trust
Birmingham
B18 7QH
Employer details
Employer name
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Address
SWB NHS Trust
Birmingham
B18 7QH
Employer's website
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