Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology

The closing date is 19 June 2025

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse to join our team in Ophthalmology at St Helens Hospital.

Full Time 37.5 hours- 12 months Fixed Term

We are seeking a motivated individual with a passion for excellence within the delivery of patient care.

The post holder is responsible for providing a range of specialist services to patients attending the Eye Clinic Department and is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and may be required to demonstrate procedures and supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff.

The post holder will develop the necessary skills to become a clinically competent Ophthalmic registered nurse.

All staff nurses will support and supervise unqualified members of staff as this is a key component of the role. He/she has a valuable role in enhancing clinical practice and meeting the clinical governance agenda of the Trust.

An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & children is required for the post.

Main duties of the job

  • To take on the role of the registered nurse within the Eye Clinic and to ensure the smooth and safe running of the clinic sessions.
  • To assist the clinician with any process and procedure necessary for the examination, investigation and treatment for patients.
  • Give appropriate information, advice when necessary, including health education and health promotion information, to patients both verbally and written.
  • Administer drops and other ophthalmic treatments as necessary according to policy.
  • To conduct tests and investigations according to Trust policies.
  • To liaise with staff and departments about patients conditions and needs.
  • To complete any necessary documentation in accordance with Trust policy and NMC guidance.
  • To act at all times in the interest of patients and their families ensuring that a quality service is provided.
  • To expand and maintain existing skills to meet patient service delivery

About us

The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals.

From 1st July we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk and Newton hospitals.

The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and North Wales.

Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care:

  • CAREthat is evidence based, high quality and compassionate
  • SAFETY that is of the highest standards
  • COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive and respectful
  • SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient centred and reliable
  • PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients

Our achievements include:

  • Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
  • Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
  • Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme

Please see our Wellbeing & Benefits booklet for more information on our staff benefits. Accessible version available upon request.

Details

Date posted

12 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

409-7249151

Job locations

St Helens

St Helens

WA9 3DA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 12th June 2025

Closing date: 19th June 2025

Shortlisting date: 20th June 2025

Proposed Interview date: 27th June 2025

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 12th June 2025

Closing date: 19th June 2025

Shortlisting date: 20th June 2025

Proposed Interview date: 27th June 2025

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered 1st Level Nurse
  • Evidence of commitment to relevant continuing education at Degree level

Desirable

  • Mentorship Course

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Knowledge of Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults procedures
  • Be able to work under remote supervision
  • Evidence of the delivery of compassionate care

Desirable

  • Evidence of appropriate clinical experience for the number of years qualified and practicing as a registered nurse
  • Evidence of supporting students once qualified
  • Experience working within an Outpatient setting
  • Qualified for a minimum of 2 years

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Evidence of competent research based clinical skills
  • Ability to use own initiative when necessary
  • Ability to adapt to working in a variety of clinical settings
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered 1st Level Nurse
  • Evidence of commitment to relevant continuing education at Degree level

Desirable

  • Mentorship Course

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Knowledge of Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults procedures
  • Be able to work under remote supervision
  • Evidence of the delivery of compassionate care

Desirable

  • Evidence of appropriate clinical experience for the number of years qualified and practicing as a registered nurse
  • Evidence of supporting students once qualified
  • Experience working within an Outpatient setting
  • Qualified for a minimum of 2 years

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Evidence of competent research based clinical skills
  • Ability to use own initiative when necessary
  • Ability to adapt to working in a variety of clinical settings

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helens

St Helens

WA9 3DA


Employer's website

https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helens

St Helens

WA9 3DA


Employer's website

https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Nurse manager/Lead Nurse

Sheeba Putheen

sheeba.putheen@sthk.nhs.uk

01744646154

Details

Date posted

12 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

409-7249151

Job locations

St Helens

St Helens

WA9 3DA


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