Are you a trained nurse with enthusiasm and ambition to work in the field of Ophthalmology. Are you a fantastic team player who is also an amazing patient's advocate?

We have an exciting opportunity in Moorfields Northwest to provide an efficient, effective and patient friendly model of care at our NW sites including our Brent Cross Hub.

The post holder will have the fantastic opportunity to work very closely with the multi-professional team. The successful candidate will benefit from a wide range of education and development opportunities offered by Moorfields.

Main duties of the job

Assist with the smooth running of the services on various sites.

Ensure that the patients are referred appropriately to other agencies e.g. adult social care if required.

Be willing to learn imaging, OCT, biometry, iCare and vision checking and ensure ongoing self development.

Are you a trained nurse with enthusiasm and ambition to work in the field of Ophthalmology. Are you a fantastic team player who is also an amazing patient's advocate?

We have an exciting opportunity in Moorfields Northwest to provide an efficient, effective and patient friendly model of care at our NW sites including our Brent Cross Hub.

The post holder will have the fantastic opportunity to work very closely with the multi-professional team. The successful candidate will benefit from a wide range of education and development opportunities offered by Moorfields.

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 SupplementOpportunity to join the NHS Pension SchemeFree 24/7 independent counselling serviceLearning and development opportunitiesEasy and quick transport linksA range of attractive benefits and discountsAccess to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount SchemesFree Pilates classesFull support and training to develop your skillsFlexible 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

Develop individual competence and knowledge through experience and training which will enable autonomous practice and support the provision and evaluation of seamless specialist nursing within Moorfields, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of clinical care.

Through work-based learning and development, develop specialist knowledge and skills, demonstrated through the provision of advice, education and support to staff, patients and their families and carers.

Provide a seamless, high-quality service from referral through to assessment. Plan, implement and review care, referring to other specialists as required. Provide guidance to staff, patients, their families, and carer on pathway navigation, seeking support, guidance and advice from more experienced colleagues from within the team or affiliated teams as required.

Supervise, carry out and assist with clinical procedures/practice as required, ensuring optimal recovery to health of the patients in accordance with trust policy, procedures, guidelines, and expanded practice protocols. Delegate these tasks as appropriate

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• 5 GCSE at grade A to C or equivalent
• RGN

Desirable

• Experience in working in Ophthalmology

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working in Ophthalmology

Communication

Essential

• Good written and oral communication

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Northwest

Various locations

Greater London

NW4 3FP

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273-DN-6786884