Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Ophthalmic Nurse to join our existing dedicated friendly team of staff within the ophthalmic department of the Royal Surrey Foundation Trust.We are looking for a 1st Level Registered Nurse with a minimum of 2yrs post registration ophthalmology experience. This position will clinically support the ophthalmology department and will be responsible for transforming the way in which we provide ophthalmology services at The Royal Surrey Foundation Hospital through application of Royal College and national recommendations such as Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) to deliver a sustainable and modern ophthalmology department.The post holder must possess good communication skills and be able to work well as part of a team. You must be flexible in your approach and be able to respond appropriately to the demands of an ever changing workload.Candidates who have experience of working in an ophthalmic clinic but do not have a diploma or degree in ophthalmology are welcomed to apply as well. They will be remunerated at a Band 5 level. We will provide training and upon successful completion of the course and the post holder will be uplifted to Band 6.The Eye clinic is open 0800hrs and 18:00hrs, Monday to Friday, subject to change with the ophthalmic service
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
o Provide specialist ophthalmology advice.o Accept / direct emergency referrals from other healthcare professionals and medical staff.o Take clinical histories and carry out examinations to make a differential diagnosis during autonomous nurse led clinic sessions. o Following training and assessment of competence perform specialist ophthalmology procedures.o Manage the department in the absence of the Department Manager.
As an Ophthalmic Sister within the Department, the successful candidate has a key role in the management, co-ordination and development of the Outpatients Ophthalmology Services and staff within the Trust.
The role involves the management of quality, clinical care, and advocate for the patient experience, effective management of resources and appropriate deployment of nursing staff.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will assist in delivering a service which meets target standards and promotes a creative and innovative approach to on-going service development, including the mentoring and management of junior staff, and driving forward Excellence within the departmentOn a daily basis the post holder will act as a coordinator for any of the areas within the department across the multidisciplinary teams.
The role involves leadership to a named group of nurses and participation in the collaborative management of the eye clinic.
The post holder will be a resource nurse for the area and will act as a link in promoting an integrated ophthalmic specialist service.
The post holder will develop elements of nurse led practice within Outpatients.
We are looking to recruit a skilled Ophthalmic Nurse, who can deliver specialist Nurse Ophthalmic Clinics, such as AMD, Urgent Care and Pre-assessment while also managing the delivery of a high-quality services within the ophthalmology unit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will assist in delivering a service which meets target standards and promotes a creative and innovative approach to on-going service development, including the mentoring and management of junior staff, and driving forward Excellence within the departmentOn a daily basis the post holder will act as a coordinator for any of the areas within the department across the multidisciplinary teams.
The role involves leadership to a named group of nurses and participation in the collaborative management of the eye clinic.
The post holder will be a resource nurse for the area and will act as a link in promoting an integrated ophthalmic specialist service.
The post holder will develop elements of nurse led practice within Outpatients.
We are looking to recruit a skilled Ophthalmic Nurse, who can deliver specialist Nurse Ophthalmic Clinics, such as AMD, Urgent Care and Pre-assessment while also managing the delivery of a high-quality services within the ophthalmology unit.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Has a professional knowledge acquired through degree of diploma in ophthalmology
- Actively develops themselves and others
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate experiential learning from two years' experience in ophthalmology or related area, and has preceptor experience to qualified staff
- Will be able to show experience at band 5 or above
- Demonstrate specialist ophthalmic knowledge
- Can demonstrate experience of supervision of learners and trained staff
- Clinical supervision experience
- Experience of audit/research
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Has a professional knowledge acquired through degree of diploma in ophthalmology
- Actively develops themselves and others
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate experiential learning from two years' experience in ophthalmology or related area, and has preceptor experience to qualified staff
- Will be able to show experience at band 5 or above
- Demonstrate specialist ophthalmic knowledge
- Can demonstrate experience of supervision of learners and trained staff
- Clinical supervision experience
- Experience of audit/research
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).
