Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Laser Nurse Practitioner

The closing date is 23 January 2026

Job summary

Would you like to join our Refractive Laser team at a really exciting time for Moorfields Private? We are now working closely with the Oriel project, preparing to move into our new, purpose-built hospital near King's Cross in 2027.

At Moorfields Private, we really value our staff and invest in them by providing access to teaching and training. We actively encourage learning, education and collaborative involvement in service development.

We are a division of Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and this brings numerous benefits including our staff being on NHS contracts, with the benefits this provides, as well as delivering a robust governance infrastructure to keep our patients and staff safe and supported.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a candidate who would enjoy working in a team that are committed to delivering exceptional care, who put the patient at the centre of all we do and who enjoys working in a fast paced, specialist environment, including:

1. To work according to the standards outlined by your registered professional body.2. To be designated to take charge of the department in the absence of the person holding continuing responsibility.3. To work in accordance with the MEH policies and procedures.4. To participate in the clinical management of patients.5. To co-ordinate the patients' discharge arrangements in accordance with MEH discharge policy.

About us

We offer:

Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement

Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme

Full support and training to develop your skills

Learning and development opportunities

Easy and quick transport links

A range of attractive benefits and discounts

Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes

Flexible working within a friendly organisation

Free 24/7 independent counselling service

Date posted

09 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£37,259 to £45,356 a year per annum. incl HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

273-DN-7662697

Job locations

Moorfields Private

City Road

London

EC1V2PD

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain the smooth operation of the laser suite daily, calibrating the laser equipment and reporting any anomalies to the senior staff.

Directly supporting the Clinician during a refractive laser procedure, adopting sterile procedures accordingly. Monitoring safe stock control levels.

To assist in the co-ordination of the Refractive Laser bookings, liaising with Practice Managers and Consultants in the absence of the clinical lead.

To facilitate and support junior team members to develop their competence and skills which will enable them to become competent practitioners.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain the smooth operation of the laser suite daily, calibrating the laser equipment and reporting any anomalies to the senior staff.

Directly supporting the Clinician during a refractive laser procedure, adopting sterile procedures accordingly. Monitoring safe stock control levels.

To assist in the co-ordination of the Refractive Laser bookings, liaising with Practice Managers and Consultants in the absence of the clinical lead.

To facilitate and support junior team members to develop their competence and skills which will enable them to become competent practitioners.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

Registered Ophthalmic qualification
Registered General Nurse

Desirable

oRecognised clinical teaching qualification

Skills/Abilities

Essential

oAbility to work independently and autonomously.
oBe competent in a range of ophthalmic skills

Desirable

oEvidence of teaching/coaching skills

Experience

Essential

oExperience working with Refractive Lasers
oSignificant relevant clinical experience

Desirable

oExperience of working in the private healthcare sector.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

Registered Ophthalmic qualification
Registered General Nurse

Desirable

oRecognised clinical teaching qualification

Skills/Abilities

Essential

oAbility to work independently and autonomously.
oBe competent in a range of ophthalmic skills

Desirable

oEvidence of teaching/coaching skills

Experience

Essential

oExperience working with Refractive Lasers
oSignificant relevant clinical experience

Desirable

oExperience of working in the private healthcare sector.

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

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

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Private

City Road

London

EC1V2PD

Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Private

City Road

London

EC1V2PD

Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)