Oculoplastic Practice Nurse

The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private hospital in Central London is seeking an exceptional Oculoplastic Practice Nurse to deliver outstanding pre- and post-operative care. The role includes guiding patients through their journey and providing detailed education. Candidates should be Registered Nurses with minimum Band 6 experience and a keen interest in cosmetic surgery. Prior experience in similar fields is preferred. This position offers a chance to represent the hospital’s values on social media, showcasing precision and compassion in patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum Band 6 experience is required.
• Interest in cosmetic/plastic surgery nursing is essential.
• Prior experience in plastic, cosmetic, or surgical nursing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional pre- and post-operative patient care.
• Support the consultant during consultations and procedures.
• Serve as the point of contact for patients throughout their journey.
• Provide clear and detailed patient education.
• Work in content creation for social media showcasing our expertise.
• Maintain impeccable clinical documentation and uphold safety standards.

Skills

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Suture removal training

Injections training

Good oral and written communication

Job description

Oculoplastic Practice Nurse

The closing date is 26 January 2026

We are a leading private hospital in the heart of Central London, dedicated to delivering excellence in aesthetic and surgical care. We are seeking an exceptional Cosmetic Oculoplastic Practice Nurse who shares our unwavering commitment to precision, discretion, and an outstanding patient experience.

Main duties of the job

This is a rare opportunity to join a world‑class team where patient care and attention to detail are truly at the heart of everything we do. You will guide patients through every stage of their journey from initial consultation to surgery and recovery, offering reassurance, education, and compassionate support throughout.

About us

Alongside this patient‑facing role, you will also play a key part in our digital presence. Social media is an essential part of how we connect with and attract new patients, so you will help to represent the consultant's work and the hospital's values online, capturing the artistry, precision, and care that define our practice, and inspiring confidence in prospective patients.

Working closely with our consultant surgeon, you will ensure each patient's journey reflects the highest standards of clinical excellence, discretion, and personalised care.

Job responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional pre‑ and post‑operative patient care in a clinical environment
• Support the consultant during consultations and procedures, upholding the utmost professionalism and discretion
• Serve as the point of contact for patients, ensuring continuity and comfort throughout their journey
• Provide clear, detailed patient education, fostering trust and understanding at every stage
• Work in content creation for social media, showcasing our results, expertise and approach to patient care with sensitivity and professionalism
• Maintain impeccable clinical documentation and uphold the highest standards of safety, ethics, and confidentiality

Person Specification

Experience

• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• Minimum Band 6 experience
• Interest in cosmetic/plastic surgery nursing
• Evidence of ongoing training and commitment to personal development; accumulation of relevant experience/knowledge
• Evidence of good oral and written communication
• Training/ licence for suture removal and injections
• Prior experience in plastic, cosmetic, or surgical nursing desirable

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

The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth