Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a part-time registered nurse in Ophthalmology. The role involves working in various clinics and supporting surgical procedures. The candidate will receive in-house training and opportunities for further specialization.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective teaching and/or mentoring skills.
• Previous experience within the designated area.

Responsibilities

• Work in general and specialised Ophthalmology clinics.
• Support day care surgical lists.
• Complete ophthalmic competencies required.

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Mentoring

Education

First-level Registered Nurse

Post-registration clinical course

Job description

''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.

Job overview

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust covers a large geographic area which encompasses the Furness peninsula, the city of Lancaster and the Lake District.

We currently have a vacancy for a 32-hour part-time registered nurse in Ophthalmology at Furness General Hospital.

We provide a comprehensive range of acute and support hospital services to a population of 350,000 based around Morecambe Bay. One of the largest employers in the area, we have approximately 6,000 staff working across five sites: Furness General Hospital (Barrow in Furness), Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Westmorland General Hospital (Kendal), Ulverston Community Health Centre, and Queen Victoria Centre (Morecambe).

By joining us, you will be part of a progressive team committed to diversity, excellence, and achievement.

Main duties of the job

The Ophthalmology department cares for patients of all ages attending a wide range of ophthalmic clinics. We have Doctor / Nurse led clinics on all sites. Within this post, you will work in general and specialised Ophthalmology clinics including emergencies, laser treatment, and nurse-led assessment. This post also supports day care surgical lists.

You will undergo in-house training specialising in Ophthalmic Nursing care and development, with the opportunity in the future to undertake specialised courses.

You will be expected to complete the ophthalmic competencies required to work in the department.

Working for our organisation

We operate from three main hospitals: Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units, and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life-threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case, and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role and the main duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay by visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person specification

• First-level Registered Nurse
• Willingness to undertake Teaching Qualification, Mentoring/Assessing Qualification, NVQ Assessors Award
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience establishing effective communication
• Demonstrate/willingness to undertake specific clinical skills appropriate to the speciality
• Up-to-date knowledge of professional issues
• Ability to communicate both in writing and verbally
• Post-registration clinical course appropriate to the area
• Previous experience within the designated area
• Experience as a shift team leader
• Effective teaching and/or mentoring skills

PLEASE NOTE THAT SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED BY EMAIL.

The Trust promotes flexible working opportunities wherever possible to enable staff to balance their work and home life. We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be EffortlesslyInclusive.

The trust operates a No Smoking Policy.

Only applicants who clearly demonstrate how they meet our Person Specification will be shortlisted for an interview.

We reserve the right to close the job advert early once sufficient applications are received.

The Trust does not offer interview expenses unless specified in the advert.

If the post requires Disclosure & Barring Service checking, a charge of £49.50 for Enhanced and £21.50 for Standard clearance, plus a £4.90 administration fee, will be made to the successful candidate(s). This applies to roles Band 6 and above, and Medical & Dental posts.

Anyone newly appointed under the Agenda For Change contract will be subject to a satisfactory 6-month probationary period to familiarise with the role and environment.

We have introduced a Pre-Onboarding system to support new staff through their initial months. For more information, visit https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/uhmbt-pre-onboarding.

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 a Disclosure submission will be required.