Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology

NHS; Torquay; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare authority in Torquay is looking for a Band 5 Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology to join a dynamic multidisciplinary team. The role involves assessing care needs and implementing individualized care programs. Ideal candidates should have a Registered Nurse qualification and preferably ophthalmic experience. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from £31,049 to £37,796 annually, pro rata.

Qualifications

• Must have a Registered Nurse qualification.
• Experience in ophthalmology is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality, person-centred service.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Support individualised care programs.

Skills

Ophthalmic experience

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Empathy

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology

Closing date: 20 November 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our experienced specialist Team.

As a Registered Nurse with Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, you will be working together as part of a multidisciplinary, professional team to assess care needs, and develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care.

Our staff are committed to providing high standards of individualised care for the people who use our services, whilst maintaining their privacy and dignity at all times.

Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases of the eye and visual system. Eye health services are becoming more and more important as the UK population ages.

Ageing population means there are more incidences of age‑related diseases of the eye, such as age‑related macular degeneration. These eye diseases can be successfully treated if caught early, and can be managed effectively with existing treatments and medicines.

The successful candidate will be joining a dynamic, multidisciplinary team working together to achieve the best outcome for our patients. This role presents the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others by providing care in their time of need.

Main duties of the job

• Act with professionalism and integrity - being a role model for those around you, ensuring that everyone has equal opportunity
• Find solutions to problems and be able to demonstrate a positive approach to new challenges, encouraging others to do the same
• Understand what people need and be adaptable and responsive to provide a service which is tailored to meet the needs of every individual
• Help to create an environment where differences are valued, encouraged and supported
• To provide a high‑quality, person‑centred service which complies with relevant legislation and standards
• Be honest and learn from mistakes. Help to create a 'no blame' culture where people feel able to share and learn from experiences, together
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating effective communication.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, both within, and outside the department
• Be mindful of how your role impacts the wider organisation and the people we serve
• Build rapport and trust with those you work with, ensuring that people are supported to be as well as they can be
• Actively listen, showing empathy when needed
• Be curious and creative about new ideas and possibilities - identify what works well and do more of it

About us

Having a career that is personally rewarding is great. Joining Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust can provide you with a job that provides personal fulfilment, job security and flexibility.

Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases of the eye and visual system. The eye, its surrounding structures and the visual system can be affected by several clinical conditions. Eye health services are becoming more and more important as the UK population ages.

Ageing population means there are more incidences of age‑related diseases of the eye, such as age‑related macular degeneration. These eye diseases can be successfully treated if caught early and can be managed effectively with existing treatments and medicines. The successful candidate will be joining a dynamic, multidisciplinary team working together to achieve the best outcome for our patients. This role presents the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others by providing care in their time of need.

Job responsibilities

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

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Person Specification

• Prep evidence of further development
• Ophthalmic experience
• Awareness of NHS plan and current initiatives

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.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a yearpro rata