Eye Ward Staff Nurse | Autonomy, Training & Flexibility

Ashford and St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS staff benefits

Flexible working

Professional development

Job summary

Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking experienced Staff Nurses to join the Eye Ward at Ashford, St Peter’s and Woking. You will care for patients with eye conditions, including cataracts and glaucoma, and support day surgery and clinics.

You will assess and respond to emergencies, administer medications, and communicate clearly with patients about procedures and diagnoses. You may supervise junior staff and benefit from specialist training and flexible working

Qualifications

• Registration with NMC as a nurse.
• Ophthalmology experience desirable but not essential.
• Ability to assess, respond to emergencies and escalate concerns for patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of the Eye Ward in the absence of senior staff.
• Supervise junior registered and unregistered staff.
• Provide compassionate, high‑quality care and communicate clearly with patients.

Skills

Communication

Assessment & decision making

Autonomous working

Teamwork

Education

NMC registered nurse

Job description

Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking experienced Staff Nurses to join the Eye Ward at Ashford, St Peter’s and Woking. You will care for patients with eye conditions, including cataracts and glaucoma, and support day surgery and clinics.

You will assess and respond to emergencies, administer medications, and communicate clearly with patients about procedures and diagnoses. You may supervise junior staff and benefit from specialist training and flexible working