Job summary
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our expanding ophthalmic department to join us as a Band 5 Nurse.
Plenty of training and scope for progression and development is available to become one of our new Band 5 Nurses
Lots to learn and opportunities are vast. Come, visit and join our ever expanding team.
* Previous applicants need not apply. *
Main duties of the job
Recording visual acuity, Intraocular pressure, administering eye drops.
Assisting in all areas of the clinic depending on demand.
Assisting clinicians for smooth running of clinic.
Medicines management.
Pre-assessment
About us
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First. In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Communication
- To report on the condition of patients to the Clinical Leader/Medical staff, assisting them in ascertaining treatments and ensure these are carried out.
- Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the teams in which he/she works.
- Undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager which are commensurate with the role, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.
- Contribute to a healthy and safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations and Trust policies.
- Abide by the Data Protection Act 1998, by ensuring that all computerised information related to patients and other members of staff to which he/she has access in the course of employment, is regarded as strictly confidential. This rule applies to written information. Failure to adhere to this instruction will be regarded as serious misconduct and lead to disciplinary action.
- Actively promote the Trusts commitment to equality and diversity by treating all patients, visitors and colleagues with dignity and respect and ensuring their specific health and wellbeing needs are met.
Service Delivery and Improvement
- Aid with the clinic to support new ways of working
- Review clinical policies with the nursing team
- Ophthalmic nursing triage of referrals emergency and telephone
- Abide by the Data Protection Act 1998, by ensuring that all computerised information related to patients and other members of staff to which he/she has access in the course of employment, is regarded as strictly confidential. This rule applies to written information. Failure to adhere to this instruction will be regarded as serious misconduct and lead to disciplinary action.
- In the event of a major incident or civil unrest all Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Trust employees will be expected to report for duty on notification. All Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Trust employees are also expected to play an active part in training and preparation for a major incident or civil unrest.
- All Hospital staff, both clinical and non-clinical, have an overriding duty of care to patients and are expected to comply fully with best practice standards. You have a responsibility to comply with Trust policies for personal and patient safety and for prevention of healthcare-associated infection (HCAI); this includes a requirement for rigorous and consistent compliance with Trust policies for hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment and safe disposal of sharps. Knowledge, skills and behaviour in the workplace should reflect this; at annual appraisal you will be asked about application of practice measures known to be effective in reducing HCAI.
Please see attached Job Description for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Communication
- To report on the condition of patients to the Clinical Leader/Medical staff, assisting them in ascertaining treatments and ensure these are carried out.
- Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the teams in which he/she works.
- Undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager which are commensurate with the role, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.
- Contribute to a healthy and safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations and Trust policies.
- Abide by the Data Protection Act 1998, by ensuring that all computerised information related to patients and other members of staff to which he/she has access in the course of employment, is regarded as strictly confidential. This rule applies to written information. Failure to adhere to this instruction will be regarded as serious misconduct and lead to disciplinary action.
- Actively promote the Trusts commitment to equality and diversity by treating all patients, visitors and colleagues with dignity and respect and ensuring their specific health and wellbeing needs are met.
Service Delivery and Improvement
- Aid with the clinic to support new ways of working
- Review clinical policies with the nursing team
- Ophthalmic nursing triage of referrals emergency and telephone
- Abide by the Data Protection Act 1998, by ensuring that all computerised information related to patients and other members of staff to which he/she has access in the course of employment, is regarded as strictly confidential. This rule applies to written information. Failure to adhere to this instruction will be regarded as serious misconduct and lead to disciplinary action.
- In the event of a major incident or civil unrest all Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Trust employees will be expected to report for duty on notification. All Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Trust employees are also expected to play an active part in training and preparation for a major incident or civil unrest.
- All Hospital staff, both clinical and non-clinical, have an overriding duty of care to patients and are expected to comply fully with best practice standards. You have a responsibility to comply with Trust policies for personal and patient safety and for prevention of healthcare-associated infection (HCAI); this includes a requirement for rigorous and consistent compliance with Trust policies for hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment and safe disposal of sharps. Knowledge, skills and behaviour in the workplace should reflect this; at annual appraisal you will be asked about application of practice measures known to be effective in reducing HCAI.
Please see attached Job Description for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse
- Understanding of hospital environment
- Understanding of band 5 role
- Understanding of patient centred care
Desirable
- Ophthalmic Qualification
- ALERT
Communication skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Team Player
- Commitment to high clinical standards
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Motivated and innovative
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse
- Understanding of hospital environment
- Understanding of band 5 role
- Understanding of patient centred care
Desirable
- Ophthalmic Qualification
- ALERT
Communication skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Team Player
- Commitment to high clinical standards
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Motivated and innovative
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
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).
