Job summary
Closing Date: 16/05/2025 (this may change dependent on response)
Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 19/05/2025
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 26/05/2025
We have a vacancy for a Band 6 Nurse Practitioner to join our enthusiastic team in ENT/Ophthalmology Outpatients. We cover multiple sites throughout the Bradford District.
The department is multi-specialty and covers Ear, Nose and Throat as well as Ophthalmology. The Nurse Practitioner role will involve specialist interventions such as micro suction, Mastoids, Botox and Intravitreal Injections. Full training will be provided and competency in each skill assessed.
The department is supported by specialised clinicians who support the nursing staff in their roles and responsibilities. The department promotes progression and learning.
Main duties of the job
The main duties will be to take charge as a team leader around each specialty and to escalate any issues/concerns to the sister team. The Nurse Practitioner will be in charge of ensuring the smooth running of their clinical activity in their area and moving staff allocated to meet demand.
The Nurse Practitioner will be expected to undertake extensive training to gain competencies in a range of extended skills such as Mastoids, Botox and Intravitreal Injections. A full training package will be provided.
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
- We value people
- We are one team
- We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse to gain an extended skill in the Ear, Nose and Throat/ Ophthalmology specialty.
The main duties will be to take charge as a team leader around each specialty and to escalate any issues/concerns to the sister team. The Nurse Practitioner will be in charge of ensuring the smooth running of clinical activity in their area and moving staff allocated to meet demand.
The Nurse Practitioner will be expected to undertake extensive training to gain competencies in a range of extended skills such as Mastoids, Botox and Intravitreal Injections. A full training package will be provided by the department with opportunities to access external courses and training.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse to gain an extended skill in the Ear, Nose and Throat/ Ophthalmology specialty.
The main duties will be to take charge as a team leader around each specialty and to escalate any issues/concerns to the sister team. The Nurse Practitioner will be in charge of ensuring the smooth running of clinical activity in their area and moving staff allocated to meet demand.
The Nurse Practitioner will be expected to undertake extensive training to gain competencies in a range of extended skills such as Mastoids, Botox and Intravitreal Injections. A full training package will be provided by the department with opportunities to access external courses and training.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 1 - 2 years experience in ENT/Ophthalmology
- Knowledge of Ear Nose and Throat/Ophthalmology
Desirable
- Change management skills and experience. Experience of staff management.
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of English
- Computer literacy including email and data entry.
- Work base mentorship
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Effective listening and interpersonal skills
- A sound understanding of pathology and treatment plans
Desirable
- Demonstrates underpinning knowledge of the speciality through practical skills
- Be able to identify pathology through examination.
- Nurse Prescriber (not essential)
Knowledge
Essential
- Infection Prevention & Control Knowledge of quality initiatives within the Trust
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Academic modules in ENT/Ophthalmology
- Diploma/Degree in nursing or equivalent experience/working towards
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 1 - 2 years experience in ENT/Ophthalmology
- Knowledge of Ear Nose and Throat/Ophthalmology
Desirable
- Change management skills and experience. Experience of staff management.
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of English
- Computer literacy including email and data entry.
- Work base mentorship
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Effective listening and interpersonal skills
- A sound understanding of pathology and treatment plans
Desirable
- Demonstrates underpinning knowledge of the speciality through practical skills
- Be able to identify pathology through examination.
- Nurse Prescriber (not essential)
Knowledge
Essential
- Infection Prevention & Control Knowledge of quality initiatives within the Trust
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Academic modules in ENT/Ophthalmology
- Diploma/Degree in nursing or equivalent experience/working towards
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).
