Job summary
Join Our Dynamic Team as an Experienced Staff Nurse.
Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Our vibrant Day Case Ophthalmology Unit is seeking passionate and experienced staff nurses to join our exceptional team!
Why Choose Us?
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team that fosters professional growth and camaraderie.
Skill Development: We believe in empowering our nurses! You'll have the opportunity to enhance your expertise within the exciting field of ophthalmology.
Your Journey with Us:
As part of your role, you'll rotate through the Day Case Unit and Pre-assessment areas, gaining valuable experience in ophthalmic casualty triage, as well as the admission and discharge processes for surgical patients.
What We Offer:
Continuous Learning: Sharpen your skills through hands-on experience and specialised training.
Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in transforming the lives of our patients by ensuring their comfort and care throughout their surgical journey.
Step into a rewarding career where your skills make a difference! If you're ready to embrace this exciting opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of something extraordinary.
Main duties of the job
If you are passionate about eye health and looking for a rewarding opportunity in a fast-paced environment then we are inviting you to be part of our multidisciplinary team, where you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of ophthalmic care.
Your Main Responsibilities Will Include:
- Managing admissions and discharges for surgical ophthalmic patients
- Conducting thorough pre-assessments to prepare patients for their eye procedures
- Triage of ophthalmic emergencies to ensure timely care
Our team is a vibrant mix of qualified nurses, technicians, and healthcare assistants, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care across various areas including pre-op, ward, and our bustling ophthalmic casualty service. We currently operate Monday through Saturday, with exciting plans to expand to seven-day service soon - perfect for those wanting to broaden their skills and availability!
As part of your journey with us, you'll have the opportunity to complete an ophthalmic course, enhancing your expertise and advancing your career.
Why Join Us?
You'll receive hands-on support from an experienced team member during your first month, ensuring you develop the confidence and skills needed to thrive.
Ready to make a difference in the world of eye care? Don't miss out on this opportunity to grow and excel in a rewarding field. Apply now and be a part of something special.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.
The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.
The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Adult nurse registration
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- To have basic knowledge of the eye anatomy and physiology
- Good knowledge of computer software e.g., Microsoft, e-mail etc
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Competent telephone manner
Experience
Essential
- To demonstrate an interest in the specialty
- To demonstrate the ability to work within a team
- To demonstrate the ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for the ophthalmic patient
Desirable
- To demonstrate an interest in the specialty
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Adult nurse registration
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- To have basic knowledge of the eye anatomy and physiology
- Good knowledge of computer software e.g., Microsoft, e-mail etc
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Competent telephone manner
Experience
Essential
- To demonstrate an interest in the specialty
- To demonstrate the ability to work within a team
- To demonstrate the ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for the ophthalmic patient
Desirable
- To demonstrate an interest in the specialty
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).