Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology A&E

Imperial College Healthcare Nhs Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust's Western Eye Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join the Ophthalmology Emergency Department on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will provide high-quality care, perform triage, ophthalmic observations, administer medicines and support safe discharge in a busy ED.

You will join a multidisciplinary team, develop specialist ophthalmic skills through OPT training, and have opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• NMC Registered Nurse is essential.
• Some experience as a Registered Nurse required.
• Ophthalmic Course/Module desirable.
• Evidence of continuing professional practice desirable.
• Ophthalmic nursing experience in A&E or ophthalmology setting (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to patients with urgent ophthalmic conditions.
• Undertake triage, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care.
• Perform ophthalmic nursing procedures and diagnostic tests using specialist equipment.
• Administer medicines safely in line with Trust policies.
• Monitor patient flow and support safe, timely discharge.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective care.
• Engage in education and professional development, including OPT training.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organise A&E activities

Teamwork and collaboration

Venepuncture/cannulation

Medication administration

Basic IT skills

Quality, standards, audit

Eye anatomy knowledge

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

Ophthalmic Course / Module

Evidence of continuing professional practice

Tools

Tonometry equipment

Visual acuity charts

Job description

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse to join our Ophthalmology Emergency Department at the Western Eye Hospital on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

The Western Eye Hospital is a specialist ophthalmic hospital providing Eye Emergency services for adults and children. We provide care to patients presenting with a wide range of urgent and emergency ophthalmic conditions, offering an excellent environment in which to develop specialist ophthalmic knowledge and clinical skills.

Working alongside our experienced nursing, medical and multidisciplinary teams, you will provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients throughout their journey. The role includes assessment and triage, delivery of nursing care, ophthalmic observations and diagnostic procedures, administration of medicines, patient education and supporting safe and timely discharge.

We are looking for a Registered Nurse with good communication and organisational skills who is able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a busy and dynamic clinical environment. Previous ophthalmic experience is desirable but not essential, and we welcome applications from nurses with an interest in developing their career in ophthalmology.

You will be supported to develop specialist ophthalmic skills and knowledge, including participation in the Ophthalmic Practitioner Training programme, with opportunities for further professional development and progression.

Main duties of the job

• Provide high-quality, effective and compassionate nursing care to patients presenting with urgent and emergency ophthalmic conditions.
• Undertake the triage, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients presenting with eye-related complaints and injuries.
• Perform and accurately document clinical observations, recognising changes in a patient's condition and escalating concerns appropriately.
• Undertake ophthalmic nursing procedures and diagnostic tests, including the use of specialist equipment such as tonometers and visual acuity charts.
• Administer medicines safely and in accordance with Trust policies.
• Monitor patients throughout their Emergency Department journey and contribute to safe and timely discharge.
• Provide information, advice and support to patients, relatives and carers, acting as the patient's advocate where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with nursing, medical and wider multidisciplinary teams to provide safe, effective and efficient care.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe clinical environment, effective patient flow, audit and continuous improvement within the department.
• Participate in education and professional development, including Ophthalmic Practitioner Training (OPT), to develop specialist ophthalmic knowledge and skills.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Ophthalmic Course / Module
• Evidence of continuing professional practice

Experience

Essential

• Some experience as a Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Ophthalmic nursing experience within A&E or a specialised ophthalmology setting

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organise A&E activities and to use initiative
• Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
• Competency in medication administration
• Basic IT skills
• Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
• Knowledge of speciality
• Venepuncture/cannulation skills
• Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the eye

Desirable

• Ophthalmic expertise: specialised knowledge and skills in ophthalmic nursing, including the assessment and treatment of eye-related emergencies
• Clinical assessment: proficient in conducting thorough patient assessments, recognising acute symptoms and determining appropriate interventions

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.

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