Bank Ward Nurse

Optegra; Winchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Fully funded training

Development programs

Job summary

Optegra is hiring a Bank Ward Nurse to join the ophthalmic surgical pathway. You will provide skilled clinical and technical assistance as part of the operating theatre team, covering peri-operative and post-operative care in the hospital's refractive suite.

Candidates must be a Registered General Nurse or ODP, with current NMC/ODP registration, and hold Ophthalmology/perioperative care qualification plus at least one year in ophthalmology theatre. Private settings experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Be a Registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner.
• Have a current NMC/ODP registration with no restrictions.
• A qualification in Ophthalmology or Peri operative care.
• Previous experience in an Ophthalmology Theatre, minimum of one year.
• Knowledge of private and operation settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team.
• Participate in peri-operative and post-operative care in the surgical and refractive suite.
• Support ophthalmic patients through the surgical pathway.

Skills

Perioperative care

Ophthalmology experience

Education

NMC/ODP registration

Ophthalmology or perioperative care qualification

Job description

Title

Bank Ward Nurse

Job location

Whiteley, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Postcode

PO15 7AD

Country

United Kingdom

Advertised salary

£19.00 to £30.00

Native salary period

Hour

Contract

Temporary Part time

Hours

Closing date

2026-09-30T22:59:59.000Z

Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced ward nurse to join our amazing and dedicated team. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and benefit from our fantastic comprehensive benefits package, along with fully funded training and development programs. This role pays up to £30/ph dependent on experience.

Company Overview

Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.

The Role

You will be responsible for participating in all aspects of the Ophthalmic Surgical pathway at Optegra. It goes without saying that you’ll be passionate about provide excellent care to all patients. You will have specific responsibility for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team. This will also include peri-operative and post-operative care in the surgical and refractive suite of the hospital.

What You’ll Need

• Be a Registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner


• Have a current NMC/ODP registration with no restrictions


• A qualification in Ophthalmology or Peri operative care


• Previous experience in an Ophthalmology Theatre, minimum of one year


• Have knowledge in private and operation settings.

You’ll see and feel the Optegra difference when you walk through the door – and you’ll have every opportunity to really make a difference.

Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.