Ophthalmic Nurse Injector

NHS; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Shepton Mallet seeks a part-time Ophthalmic Nurse Specialist. In this role, you will provide specialized ophthalmic care, support patients, and mentor colleagues. Ideal candidates will possess an Ophthalmic Nursing qualification and strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and various wellbeing benefits.

Benefits

Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

10 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Support for career growth

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with an Ophthalmic Nursing qualification or willingness for further training.
• Evidence of ophthalmic nursing experience, including patient assessments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist ophthalmic care and advice to patients.
• Deliver patient-focused care including assessments and treatments.
• Assist with minor ophthalmic surgery and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Ophthalmic Nursing qualification

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Infection control knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse

Tools

Slit lamp examination

OCT

Biometry

Pachymetry

Visual field testing

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Ophthalmic Nurse looking to take the next step in your career? At Practice Plus Group Hospital, Shepton Mallet, we have an exciting opportunity for an Ophthalmic Nurse Specialist to join our dedicated team. This is a part-time role, working 18.5 hours a week over 2 days. The role offers autonomy within your clinical competencies and a key place in our multidisciplinary team, acting as a clinical expert and professional resource for colleagues, patients and carers.

If you're passionate about ophthalmology and want to develop your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, wed love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Acting as a role model and clinical expert, providing specialist ophthalmic care and advice to patients and colleagues.
• Delivering patient-focused care including assessments, treatment planning, and ophthalmic procedures.
• Assisting with minor ophthalmic surgery and ensuring robust infection control and patient safety standards.
• Supporting and supervising colleagues, sharing your specialist knowledge and mentoring new staff.
• Leading and contributing to audits, clinical governance activities, and service improvement initiatives.
• Educating patients and carers, ensuring they feel informed and supported at every step of their treatment.
• Working with the wider multidisciplinary team to achieve the highest standards of ophthalmic care.

About us

As a Registered Nurse, you will also have:

• An Ophthalmic Nursing qualification (or willingness to undertake further training such as OCCF Level 3)
• Evidence of ophthalmic nursing experience, including the ability to carry out assessments and deliver specialist care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support patients and inspire colleagues.
• Knowledge of clinical governance principles and commitment to evidence-based practice.
• A flexible, enthusiastic and motivated approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• (Desirable) Skills such as slit lamp examination, OCT, pachymetry, biometry, and visual field testing.

What you can expect in return;

• A full-time equivalent salary of £44,712 per annum
• Work 18.5 hours a week over 2 days
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• 10 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• The support you need to grow in your role

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• An Ophthalmic Nursing qualification (or willingness to undertake further training such as OCCF Level 3)
• Evidence of ophthalmic nursing experience, including the ability to carry out assessments and deliver specialist care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support patients and inspire colleagues.
• Knowledge of clinical governance principles and commitment to evidence-based practice.
• A flexible, enthusiastic and motivated approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Skills such as slit lamp examination, OCT, pachymetry, biometry, and visual field testing.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name: Practice Plus Group

Address: Old Wells Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4LP

Employer's website: https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/