Band 5
Job overview
REGISTERED NURSE (Full Time/Part Time) OPHTHALMOLOGY OUTPATIENT AND PRE ASSESSMENT DEPARTMENTS, HRI The award-winning Ophthalmology Department has vacancies for dynamic and highly motivated Registered Nurses to join our progressive and friendly multi-disciplinary team. We are dedicated to providing a high standard of patient-focused care using up-to-date technology in a well-equipped, purpose-built modern facility. Main duties of the job
We actively support professional development, and successful candidates will have the opportunity to gain specialist ophthalmic knowledge and skills to deliver patient care to adults and children with a diverse range of chronic and acute eye conditions. Successful candidates will also have the opportunity to expand their scope of professional practice and participate in a variety of interesting nurse-led clinics. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to the delivery of high-quality patient-focused care and be able to work effectively within the multi-disciplinary team to promote service needs. Evidence of clinical and professional development, participation in evidence-based practice, and an ability to work under their own initiative is required. Excellent communication skills are essential. Working for our organisation
The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion. Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve. Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital, and Goole and District Hospital for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH. As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery, and oncology. We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled, and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership, and our community. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Previous ophthalmic or outpatient/pre-assessment experience would be an advantage; however, candidates who demonstrate a genuine interest will be considered, and training will be provided.
Applicants must hold full NMC registration within the UK to be considered. Person specification
Qualifications
Registered Nurse Registered Mentor Experience
Interest in Ophthalmology Previous experience in an Ophthalmic setting SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY
Mandatory training. Basic knowledge of ophthalmic anatomy and physiology, ophthalmic conditions, their treatments, and the equipment involved Basic leadership skills. Comprehensive understanding of ophthalmic anatomy and physiology, ophthalmic conditions, their treatments, and the equipment involved. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Good interpersonal and communication skills. Able to manage the workload of other staff. OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Prepared to work flexible shifts according to the needs of the service (including weekends) Ability to cover/change shifts at short notice You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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