1021 - Ophthalmic Nurse Specialist Sister

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a qualified nurse with an interest in the field of ophthalmology who is keen to develop into specialist practice role.

Join our dynamic and ambitious multidisciplinary team which includes consultants, speciality doctors, orthoptists, ophthalmic nurses, ophthalmic technicians and ophthalmic health care assistants. Benefits include excellent training opportunities leading to specialist roles in areas such as glaucoma, medical retina, pre-assessment and Emergency Triage.

Ophthalmic qualification desirable but training and support given to candidate to do in post.

This role is a 12 months fixed term / secondment opportunity.

The interview date will be 10/01/2025

Main duties of the job

Function as a professional role model for the Nursing team, demonstrating clinical and managerial skill.

Ensure staff work within current polices and guidelines to meet the requirements of statutory bodies and the Trust.

Key roles include history taking, pre assessments for cataract surgery, biometry, emergency triage, and glaucoma.

Participate in the training and development needs of staff to ensure the team is equipped to fulfil the needs of the service and that individuals have equitable access to development opportunities

Demonstrate a high commitment to professional and personal development to ensure that professional competencies are maintained and developed to continue to meet the needs of the service. Maintainingan up-to-date Personal Development Plan.

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

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Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

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

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