Registered Nurse (Ophthalmology) | East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust; Margate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A large hospital trust in the UK is looking for a dedicated professional for a role in ophthalmology. The successful candidate will provide high-quality clinical support, supervise staff, and advocate for patients. Ideal for individuals with experience in ophthalmic care and a commitment to infection control standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a compassionate team dedicated to improving healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Experience in ophthalmology and clinical settings.
• Ability to assist nursing teams and provide specialized care.
• Competence in infection control and maintaining standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality clinical and technical support in ophthalmology clinics.
• Supervise junior staff and maintain standards of care.
• Ensure patient care is safe, timely, and efficient for various ophthalmic conditions.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• To work within the ophthalmology service to provide a high quality clinical and technical ophthalmic service supporting the ophthalmology clinics as part of the multi disciplinary team
• The post holder will be expected to assist the nursing team in providing specialist nursing care and ensure the ever-evolving service meets the needs of all patients
• To ensure that patients referred, assessed and treated in our clinics are treated in a safe, timely and efficient manner for a range of ophthalmic conditions including: Vitreo Retinal, Medical Retinal, Glaucoma, Cataract, Cornea and Ocular Plastic
• Act as the identified nurse for a group of patients by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating their care
• Supervise more junior members of staff in giving and maintaining high standards of care
• Regularly take charge of the clinic in the absence of a more senior member of staff
• Demonstrate leadership in progressing the patients pathway
• Act as the patients advocate
• Liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary team
• To maintain the highest standards of infection control within the intravitreal treatment and imaging rooms. Ensure all staff involved in delivering care in that environment upholds the standards set
• Be clinically competent in all areas of advanced practice relevant to post
• Work to eliminate all avoidable infection by acting as a role model in infection and control prevention policies and procedures
• Take direct responsibility for ensuring cleaning standards are maintained throughout the shift when in charge

About the Trust

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is ‘great healthcare from great people’. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day‑to‑day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Visa Sponsorship

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

Further Information

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in ‘supporting documents’.

Closing Date

This advert closes on Friday 24 Oct 2025