University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
The Ophthalmology Department cares for patients of all ages attending a wide range of ophthalmic clinics. We have Doctor/Nurse led clinics on all sites. Within this post you will work in general Ophthalmology clinics and more specialised ophthalmic clinics, preoperative assessment and support the organisation and running theatre lists on a day to day basis, providing the opportunity to cover all different aspects of Ophthalmic Care. You will undergo in-house training specialising in Ophthalmic Nursing care and will be expected to complete the ophthalmic competencies required to work in the department. Main duties of the job
Work in support of and under the direction of a registered nurse, providing nursing care and assistance to patients within defined parameters specified by the Registered Nurse (RN). Provide basic patient care and document that care in the patient records. Perform agreed clinical tasks, clerical duties, and phlebotomy. Participate in working flexible hours to meet the needs of the service, including evenings and weekends. About us
We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre. FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units, and various Consultant-led services. WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with non-life-threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses. All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case, and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay. Our community services for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals, and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health, and manage their conditions through high-quality care, advice, and support. Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay by visiting our website
here . Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Basic literacy and numeracy skills Willingness to undertake NVQ level 3 in a care-related area Experience
Manual handling of patients, using lifting aids Previous experience in a care environment Awareness of the NHS structure and current issues Skills
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (to understand and be understood). Basic IT skills Good basic hygiene skills (e.g., food handling, hand washing, etc.). Some knowledge or awareness of Ophthalmic care Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer name
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust £24,071 to £25,674 a year Per annum Pro rata
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The Ophthalmology Department cares for patients of all ages attending a wide range of ophthalmic clinics. We have Doctor/Nurse led clinics on all sites. Within this post you will work in general Ophthalmology clinics and more specialised ophthalmic clinics, preoperative assessment and support the organisation and running theatre lists on a day to day basis, providing the opportunity to cover all different aspects of Ophthalmic Care. You will undergo in-house training specialising in Ophthalmic Nursing care and will be expected to complete the ophthalmic competencies required to work in the department. Main duties of the job
Work in support of and under the direction of a registered nurse, providing nursing care and assistance to patients within defined parameters specified by the Registered Nurse (RN). Provide basic patient care and document that care in the patient records. Perform agreed clinical tasks, clerical duties, and phlebotomy. Participate in working flexible hours to meet the needs of the service, including evenings and weekends. About us
We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre. FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units, and various Consultant-led services. WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with non-life-threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses. All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case, and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay. Our community services for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals, and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health, and manage their conditions through high-quality care, advice, and support. Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay by visiting our website
here . Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Basic literacy and numeracy skills Willingness to undertake NVQ level 3 in a care-related area Experience
Manual handling of patients, using lifting aids Previous experience in a care environment Awareness of the NHS structure and current issues Skills
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (to understand and be understood). Basic IT skills Good basic hygiene skills (e.g., food handling, hand washing, etc.). Some knowledge or awareness of Ophthalmic care Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer name
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust £24,071 to £25,674 a year Per annum Pro rata
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