Job summary
Are you an enthusiastic ophthalmic nurse with a passion for providing exceptional patient care? Maybe you're already trained in ophthalmology and are looking for a positive change or the opportunity for progression. If this sounds like you, then we might have the post for you, in the fantastic city of York.
We are looking for a dedicated Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner to join our kind, vibrant and cohesive multi-disciplinary team here at York Hospital. We welcome applications from nurses who are forward thinkers, and who demonstrate commitment to learning and development.
Applicants from full and part-time candidates will be considered.We look forward to receiving your application!
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be joining an exciting and growing Nursing & AHP team, providing specialist nursing and ophthalmic care across subspecialties within ophthalmology. Clinics include cataract, glaucoma, cornea, macula, diabetes, surgical, emergency eye care and many more. The post holder will become adept at triaging emergency ophthalmic conditions and managing these patients in clinic, supported by the multi-disciplinary team.
You must be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a desire to continue independent learning.
Working hours are varied - shifts mainly cover 07:30-18:00 Monday to Friday. The York-based team also provide an overnight and weekend on-call service, dealing with eye emergencies as they come in. There is an expectation for the post-holder (once trained) to work occasional weekend shifts.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance through a of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: recruitment@york.nhs.uk.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: recruitment@york.nhs.uk.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse, Registered with the NMC
- Qualification in ophthalmic nursing (or significant equivalent experience)
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years in an ophthalmic setting.
- Research/Audit skills
- Management of resources.
Desirable
- Trained in specific ophthalmology clinical skills (e.g. cataract, glaucoma, urgent care)
- Trained in intravitreal injections
Skills
Essential
- Able to work using own initiative, and as part of a team.
- Kind, caring, setting high standards of patient care.
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership and training in a clinical setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse, Registered with the NMC
- Qualification in ophthalmic nursing (or significant equivalent experience)
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years in an ophthalmic setting.
- Research/Audit skills
- Management of resources.
Desirable
- Trained in specific ophthalmology clinical skills (e.g. cataract, glaucoma, urgent care)
- Trained in intravitreal injections
Skills
Essential
- Able to work using own initiative, and as part of a team.
- Kind, caring, setting high standards of patient care.
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership and training in a clinical setting
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).
