We are looking for staff nurses who have an interest in Ophthalmology . In conjunction with the Charge Nurses , Matron and the wider team you will be responsible for Providing our patients with the best Ophthalmology care whiclst ensuring there is a smoooth flow with in the Department.

The emergency department within the western eye is the only walk in emergency depatrtment within North west London and as such we see the full range of Ophthalmology emergencies. This is busy exciting department within which to work which provides many learning opportunities for those who have an interest in Ophthalmology

Main duties of the job

• To provide high quality, effective, and compassionate nursing care to patients in urgent and critical situations.
• To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate them without supervision
• To deliver efficient and effective care, ensuring that patients receive the best possible treatment during time of need
• To provide specialized nursing care to patients with eye-related emergencies
• To collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional care in the Ophthalmology A& E setting.

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 encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community.

Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.

As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.

We welcome discussions about flexible working and encourage a range of flexible working opportunities wherever we can.

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

• NMC Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Ophthalmic Course / Module
• Evidence of continuing professional practice

Skills/knowledge/ abilities

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organise A& E activities and to use initiative
• Basic IT skills
• Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
• Knowledge of speciality

Desirable

• Ophthalmic Expertise: Specialized knowledge and skills in ophthalmic nursing, including the assessment and treatment of eye-related emergencies.

Experience

Essential

• Some experience as registered nurse

Desirable

• Ophthalmic nursing experience within A& E or specialized ophthalmology setting

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Western Eye Hospital

London

NW1 5QH

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