Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic experienced ophthalmology Nurse to take a lead in our ophthalmic diagnostic hub and OPD clinic.
We are looking for a leader who has an experience in Ophthalmology. You will relish the challenge of leading the diagnostic hub team in this new department to develop and continue to improve the patient's pathway and experience throughout the ophthalmology services.
With the support of the matron, you will lead the diagnostic hub teams to provide expert daily management leadership and support staff at all levels in ophthalmology and oversee the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care focused on improving outcomes and experiences for patients, families and carers
Main duties of the job
- To be a professional role model, leading and co-ordinating the department team.
- Taking continuing responsibility and accountability for the 24-hour management and organisation of the Department. This involves managing a wide range of complex and sometimes conflicting priorities
- Provide specialist nursing advice Trust wide to support and facilitate high quality, individualised care to patients /clients and relatives/carers in collaboration with the multi professional team, in line with the local and national targets.
- At all times ensure that the needs of the patient are placed at the centre of care delivery.
- To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area as requested within the Western Eye Hospital.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Degree
- Post graduate qualification or experience in Ophthalmic nursing course or equivalent
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
- Nursing Degree Post graduate qualification or experience in Ophthalmic nursing course or equivalent Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
Desirable
- Leadership and management trainings
Experience
Essential
- 2 years previous experience in an ophthalmic environment
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Leadership Skills
- Willing to undertake intravitreal injections training
- Experience in administration of IVT or willingness to learn.
- Experience of IV administration
Desirable
- Experience in Change Management Awareness of audit &Research.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Degree
- Post graduate qualification or experience in Ophthalmic nursing course or equivalent
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
- Nursing Degree Post graduate qualification or experience in Ophthalmic nursing course or equivalent Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
Desirable
- Leadership and management trainings
Experience
Essential
- 2 years previous experience in an ophthalmic environment
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Leadership Skills
- Willing to undertake intravitreal injections training
- Experience in administration of IVT or willingness to learn.
- Experience of IV administration
Desirable
- Experience in Change Management Awareness of audit &Research.
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
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).
