Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology - Aintree Site | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Liverpool seeks a Registered Nurse with full ophthalmic training and high-volume healthcare experience. The role involves assessment and delivery of patient care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring high standards in ophthalmology outpatients. If you are committed to delivering high-quality care, apply now.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume healthcare setting.
• Full ophthalmic training and experience in ophthalmology outpatients is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of nursing care.
• Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Take charge of the department as required.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

High-volume healthcare experience

Ophthalmic training

Passionate about delivering high-quality care

Education

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Registered Nurse with full ophthalmic training who has experience working in a high‑volume healthcare environment. Previous experience in an ophthalmology outpatient setting is essential.

Key Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Experience in a high‑volume healthcare setting
• Full ophthalmic training and experience in ophthalmology outpatients is essential
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passionate about delivering high‑quality care

Responsibilities

The postholder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care. Work as a member of the multi‑disciplinary team and undertake delegated tasks from the Nurse Manager.

The postholder will be required at times to take charge of the department for a span of duty and will always work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Visual assessment, ophthalmic investigations, treatment and triage of patients attending the department i.e. IOP, RAPD, sac washout, subconjunctival injections, removal of sutures, contact lens education.

Preparation of patients undergoing ophthalmic investigations, including requesting of relevant investigations, surgical procedures.

Admission and discharge of patients to Ward/Department. To run and organise, where applicable in the ophthalmic clinic, to assist in ophthalmic procedures.

Participates in maintaining a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for all patients and carers and maintain agreed standards of nursing care. Determines nursing priorities and plans patient care. Informs the nurse in charge when changes in circumstances may affect patient care.

Maintain nursing records in accordance with the NMC and Trust guidelines. Maintain and improve quality of patient care through contribution to the development of Essence of Care and clinical benchmarking within the unit. Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients.

Providing information and support to patients/carers, and ensuring all those involved in the care are aware of changes in the patients’ condition. Assist in the safe custody, checking and administration of drugs.

To develop the clinical knowledge and skills to care for acutely ill patients admitted via both planned and unplanned routes. To undertake expanded practice, under supervision, in order to optimise patient care and in accordance with ward/department and Trust policies. Involve patients and carers in the planning and delivery of care. Ensure effective lines of communication within the ward/department multidisciplinary team.

Assisting the department manager in identifying required resources to enable nursing staff to provide agreed standards of patient care. Collaborates with other professional groups to ensure safe and effective care is made available on the department. Works in line with and promotes government and hospital strategies, ensuring nursing staff meet their responsibilities and are working to the aims and objectives of the organisation.

Application

Previous applicants need not apply. This advert closes on Monday 1 Dec 2025.