This is a very varied and interesting vacancy. Full-time hours are between 08:00 and 19:00; weekends and bank holidays are 08:30-14:00 running an emergency service only.
Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who can display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.
Main duties of the job
Applicants will be required to work in various areas of the department, making the post interesting and varied.
This is a very busy, friendly unit with all bandings working together and assisting each other.
If you’re interested and would like to look around the department or speak to me on the phone, please don’t hesitate to contact me, and a visit can be arranged.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence, and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support, including reasonable adjustments with the application process, please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work-life balance is important for our colleagues, and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full-time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Analyse and make knowledge-based decisions in relation to acute ophthalmic and other patient-related conditions and situations, subsequently taking appropriate remedial action. Co-ordinate patient journey across divisions and organisational boundaries. Assess and diagnose the cause of a patient's problem, thereafter providing the appropriate nursing intervention and care, evaluating and discharging. Detailed information giving is imperative with verbal information being reinforced by way of patient information leaflets specifically relating to the patient problem. Identify methods of self-help along with rationale for any treatment and its administration. Contact telephone numbers are detailed on these leaflets. All aspects of health promotion, health education, and continuity of care are vital components within our nursing care programme. Empower patient choice and involvement, initiating appropriate action.
For further details, please see the attached JD & PS.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
Demonstrable experience within a similar role. Computer literate. Proven evidence of recent Continuing Professional Development.
Desirable
Communication/Counselling Skills Training. Venepuncture. Cannulation.
Qualifications
Essential
NMC Registered. Leadership/management training. Post registration ophthalmic specialist qualification.
Desirable
Demonstrable experience managing teams.
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
Advanced skills, written and verbal, with the ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity, and effectiveness at all levels. Ability to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others. Organisational skills and able to work as a team leader.
Desirable
Demonstrate management abilities.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address
REI OPD/UC
Derriford Hospital
Plymouth
PL68DH
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