Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology (Scarborough)
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Job summary
Would you like to work for a department in a Trust where you can be proud of the contribution you make to delivering high quality healthcare with a personal touch?
Come and join a Trust which recognises the contribution that nurses make and values the work that you do.
Nursing posts in Ophthalmology are suitable for newly qualified and experienced nurses. You would work as part of a highly skilled team where you can gain a wealth of experience, supported by a Senior Team, including a designated Mentor. Join us, and make a real difference to the lives of patients with a diverse range of eye conditions across all ages.
Candidates interested in developing a career in Ophthalmology will have the opportunity to develop a range of relevant skills, working in glaucoma, medical retina, cataract and emergency eye clinics. One of the busiest and most clinically diverse specialities, ophthalmology provides the perfect platform to build your nursing career. You will contribute to the provision of elective and emergency care, all while developing your skills and knowledge in our Teaching Hospitals.
Main duties of the job
- Maintain a high standard of patient focused care in accordance with York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust policies and procedures
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment
- Undertake a wide range of diagnostic tests such as visual acuity, visual fields, intra-ocular pressures following the completion of a robust training program.
- Provide assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for patients, ensuring accurate written records are kept.
- Communicate with patients and carers to ensure they have access to appropriate information.
- Promote and maintain positive relationships between all staff involved in the care of the patient
- Act in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Conduct and The Trust's Values (kindness, openness, excellence).
- Undertake duties on different wards/departments as and when required by service demands
- Demonstrate personal responsibility for compliance with infection control policies and procedures
- Education and Training
Thisdescription indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended to be a complete list. It will be amended as necessary in the event of future changes.
About us
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance through a of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Details
Date posted
21 September 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£28,407 to £34,581 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
419-5493931-CG6-SN-A
Job locations
Ophthalmology, Scarborough General Hospital
Woodlands Drive
Scarborough
YO12 6QL
Employer details
Employer name
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ophthalmology, Scarborough General Hospital
Woodlands Drive
Scarborough
YO12 6QL
Employer's website
https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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