The post holder in collaboration with the Head of Nursing and the Multi-disciplinary team is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, effective care leading to an excellent experience for patients and carers across the outpatient department by:

Providing clinical leadership across areas of responsibility which inspires and motivates others, enabling all ward/department Managers to have the authority and autonomy they need to improve the patient experience.

Working with the service teams to develop strategies to ensure continuous improvement initiatives are developed and implemented to ensure that the service meets all Quality Indicator targets, Key Performance Indicators, Quality and Safety standards.

Ensuring that nursing teams within the division has the appropriate level of knowledge and skills to enable them to provide high quality, evidence-based patient care and services.

Play a critical role in the transition to the new Oriel site, ensuring operational continuity, comprehensive staff training, and smooth integration into the new facility. The planning and oversight will be instrumental in making the transition seamless and efficient.

Main duties of the job

Provide clinical leadership across areas of responsibility which inspires and motivates others, enabling all ward/department Managers to have the authority and autonomy they need to improve the patient experience.

Being a key member of the management team providing support to Service/Ward/Department managers as well as Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Nurse Consultants in ensuring that high quality patient centred care is delivered, providing assurance of this whilst delivering the trusts core objectives and strategies.

Working with the service teams to develop strategies to ensure continuous improvement initiatives are developed and implemented to ensure that the service meets all Quality Indicator targets, Key Performance Indicators, Quality and Safety standards.

Ensuring that nursing teams within the division has the appropriate level of knowledge and skills to enable them to provide high quality, evidence-based patient care and services.

Play a critical role in the transition to the new Oriel site, ensuring operational continuity, comprehensive staff training, and smooth integration into the new facility. The planning and oversight will be instrumental in making the transition seamless and efficient.

About us

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:

• Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
• Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
• Free 24/7 independent counselling service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Easy and quick transport links
• A range of attractive benefits and discounts
• Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
• Flexible working friendly organisation

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical PracticeLead nursing teams, advise on clinical interventions, and ensure high-quality patient care.

Promote multi-disciplinary work, manage patient flow, and ensure timely care.

Monitor and improve care standards based on evidence, engage with patients and staff, and lead infection control initiatives.

Take responsibility for cleanliness, medicine administration, and safeguarding practices.

Participate in clinical practice projects, case discussions, and multi-disciplinary meetings.

Professionalism & IntegrityMaintain accountability, professional competence, and adherence to NMC standards.

Promote a culture of constructive feedback, manage stress, and support colleagues.

Ensure high standards of behaviour, communication, and personal development, acting as a role model for junior staff.

CommunicationCommunicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues, providing information in accessible formats.

Ensure accurate documentation, address concerns, and escalate issues appropriately.

Promote patient feedback and ensure communication needs are met.

Quality and Safety

Lead health and safety initiatives, ensure incident reporting, and manage risks.

Monitor and audit clinical standards, and lead infection control and quality improvement efforts.

Encourage patient feedback and involve the team in service improvements.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Management qualification /experience
• Leadership course

Desirable

• PG Cert: Clinical Ophthalmic Practice or equivalent
• Non-Medical prescriber qualification

Skills and Expereience

Essential

• Clinical leadership
• Budgetary skills
• Ability to lead staff and manage change effectively

Desirable

• Advanced clinical practice skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Management of patients with complex need
• Local and national health policy and the wider health economy

Desirable

• Local and national health policy and the wider health economy

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

City Road

162 City road

London

EC1V 2PD

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