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The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable. Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Ophthalmology Nurse to join our Wet AMD service in Outpatients across LLandrindod Wells Hospital and Brecon Hospital sites. You will need to be able to work autonomously, have good communication and negotiation skills within complex clinical situations and strong leadership and organisational skills as well as experience in Ophthalmic conditions and treatments. You also need to demonstrate specialist knowledge across a range of ophthalmic conditions and will be expected to undertake clinical triage of referrals appropriate to scope of practice and expertise. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Main duties of the job
The post holder will assess patients with complex eye conditions such as macular, retinal vein occlusion and diabetic macular oedema. Review patients' diagnostic test results including Ocular Coherence Tomography results, Visual Field Testing, Intraocular pressures and administer intravitreal treatments in line with The Royal College of Ophthalmology and NICE guidelines. Working for our organisation
Powys is cited as being a wonderful place to live and work; a rural health setting where you can personally and professionally grow, where patients are at the heart of care provision. If you are an ambitious professional in search of job satisfaction, Powys is the place to be. Whatever your career aspirations, we are committed to supporting and developing you. Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care and range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac. Person specification
Qualification and experience
Current NMC Registration Ophthalmology qualification (or equivalent clinical experience as an intravineal injector) Teaching qualification Experience
Appropriate experience within speciality and able to demonstrate sound knowledge of relevant speciality Able to demonstrate sound knowledge of NMC Code Experience of working in a multiprofessional environment Previous experience in Ophthalmology clinical tests e.g., OCT, Tomography, Tonography Understanding of Eye Care Service Welsh Assembly Programme Able to relate theory into practice through reflective skills Aptitude and Abilities
Demonstrate a willingness to develop leadership and management skills Demonstrate a flexible approach to meet the needs of the service Ability to motivate and influence others Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care Ability to respond/lead change Ability to delegate and prioritise caseload Able to manage time effectively Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to speak Welsh Values
Demonstrate PTHB Values Adaptable in work related tasks Able to work as a team member as well as an individual Non-judgemental Enthusiastic and diplomatic Reliable, conscientious, and punctual Other
Ability to travel between sites Commitment to work a shift pattern complementary to the rest of management team within OPD with the aim of providing maximum visible nursing leadership across 7 days of the week As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices. You can complete your application in Welsh or English, it’s entirely your choice. Once you’ve applied, we will keep you updated on the progress of your application, so be sure to check your emails regularly. Employer certification / accreditation badges 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. Name Judith Jamieson Job title Senior Nurse Manager Outpatient Development Email address [emailprotected] Telephone number 01874 615654 Additional information
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The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable. Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Ophthalmology Nurse to join our Wet AMD service in Outpatients across LLandrindod Wells Hospital and Brecon Hospital sites. You will need to be able to work autonomously, have good communication and negotiation skills within complex clinical situations and strong leadership and organisational skills as well as experience in Ophthalmic conditions and treatments. You also need to demonstrate specialist knowledge across a range of ophthalmic conditions and will be expected to undertake clinical triage of referrals appropriate to scope of practice and expertise. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Main duties of the job
The post holder will assess patients with complex eye conditions such as macular, retinal vein occlusion and diabetic macular oedema. Review patients' diagnostic test results including Ocular Coherence Tomography results, Visual Field Testing, Intraocular pressures and administer intravitreal treatments in line with The Royal College of Ophthalmology and NICE guidelines. Working for our organisation
Powys is cited as being a wonderful place to live and work; a rural health setting where you can personally and professionally grow, where patients are at the heart of care provision. If you are an ambitious professional in search of job satisfaction, Powys is the place to be. Whatever your career aspirations, we are committed to supporting and developing you. Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care and range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac. Person specification
Qualification and experience
Current NMC Registration Ophthalmology qualification (or equivalent clinical experience as an intravineal injector) Teaching qualification Experience
Appropriate experience within speciality and able to demonstrate sound knowledge of relevant speciality Able to demonstrate sound knowledge of NMC Code Experience of working in a multiprofessional environment Previous experience in Ophthalmology clinical tests e.g., OCT, Tomography, Tonography Understanding of Eye Care Service Welsh Assembly Programme Able to relate theory into practice through reflective skills Aptitude and Abilities
Demonstrate a willingness to develop leadership and management skills Demonstrate a flexible approach to meet the needs of the service Ability to motivate and influence others Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care Ability to respond/lead change Ability to delegate and prioritise caseload Able to manage time effectively Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to speak Welsh Values
Demonstrate PTHB Values Adaptable in work related tasks Able to work as a team member as well as an individual Non-judgemental Enthusiastic and diplomatic Reliable, conscientious, and punctual Other
Ability to travel between sites Commitment to work a shift pattern complementary to the rest of management team within OPD with the aim of providing maximum visible nursing leadership across 7 days of the week As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices. You can complete your application in Welsh or English, it’s entirely your choice. Once you’ve applied, we will keep you updated on the progress of your application, so be sure to check your emails regularly. Employer certification / accreditation badges 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. Name Judith Jamieson Job title Senior Nurse Manager Outpatient Development Email address [emailprotected] Telephone number 01874 615654 Additional information
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