Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced ophthalmic nurse to join our multidisciplinary team based at the Royal Free Hospital. You will have the opportunity to play a key role in providing world-class care to a diverse range of ophthalmic patients. The role also provides opportunities for professional development, with a focus on developing skills to deliver a nurse-led intravitreal injection service.
The Royal Free Ophthalmic services are located across 6 clinical sites based across London. Delivering clinical care, diagnostic checks and treatments for both adult and paediatric patients across various services which include outpatients, eye casualty, day surgery and pre-operative assessment. You will be required to work in an outpatient setting and Day Surgery as required.
This post requires cross site cover, therefore, you must be flexible and adaptable to working at different clinical sites to support service needs.
Qualification in Ophthalmic nursing is desirable.
Possession of a full UK NMC registration with pin is essential.
Main duties of the job
The post holder must possess good leadership and communication skills and the ability to work autonomously. You will be designated to take charge of the department both in the out-patient and day surgery setting.
To work collaboratively and cohesively with the multi disciplinary team to meet the needs of patients and their families.Provide specialist ophthalmic nursing care to patients by delivering evidence based, individualised patient care according to patients changing healthcare needs.Deliver specialist nurse care encompassing nurse led clinics e.g. Intravitreal injections, Fundus Angiography, Pre-operative assessment.To take an active role within clinical governance and quality framework, helping to embed the culture of continuous improvement.
The role involves supervising junior staff, teaching qualified and unqualified staff, supporting development, progression and implementation of ophthalmic developments.
About us
Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.We have a lively and vibrant working atmosphere, with quick and easy transport links to all our hospitals. Our size and resources enable us to offer a range of attractive benefits as well as unparalleled education and development opportunities for staff at all levels. This includes an extensive portfolio of academic and clinical courses and programmes ranging from ongoing personal development through to clinical excellence and leadership skills. The Royal Free London prides itself on its investment in staff both in terms of developing career and life skills but also its commitment to staff health and well-being.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level registration
- Evidence of a programme of study in the area of Ophthalmic practice
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- 5 years post-registration
- 2 years experience as a Band 5 grade in a Ophthalmology setting
- Experience of Ophthalmology nursing
- Awareness of National Mandatory training requirements
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Skills and knowledge in managing and supporting patients with Ophthalmic Nursing
- Knowledge of current advances in Ophthalmology patient management.
- Proven communication skills and ability to negotiate
- I.T. skills
- Ability to problem-solve and prioritise, and to work to deadlines
- Ability to establish a role and develop collaborative working relationships with different teams
- An ability to organise and plan work-load
- Demonstrates good leadership and communication skills and the ability to work autonomously
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to carry out care without supervision
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service
- Ability to work under pressure
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level registration
- Evidence of a programme of study in the area of Ophthalmic practice
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- 5 years post-registration
- 2 years experience as a Band 5 grade in a Ophthalmology setting
- Experience of Ophthalmology nursing
- Awareness of National Mandatory training requirements
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Skills and knowledge in managing and supporting patients with Ophthalmic Nursing
- Knowledge of current advances in Ophthalmology patient management.
- Proven communication skills and ability to negotiate
- I.T. skills
- Ability to problem-solve and prioritise, and to work to deadlines
- Ability to establish a role and develop collaborative working relationships with different teams
- An ability to organise and plan work-load
- Demonstrates good leadership and communication skills and the ability to work autonomously
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to carry out care without supervision
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service
- Ability to work under pressure
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).
