Ward Nurse - Part Time

Optegra UK Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eye healthcare provider in Colchester seeks an experienced Ward Nurse to join their team. Candidates should have RGN or ODP registration, at least two years of experience, and a commitment to patient care. The role offers a salary up to £38,000 FTE, generous benefits including funded training, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Generous salary reviewed annually

Matched pension contributions

33 days annual leave

Flexible working

Funded training and development

Free laser eye treatment

Private Healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years post-qualification experience.
• Provide pre and postoperative instructions to patients/carers.
• Administer drugs and treatments as prescribed.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of the Ophthalmic service.
• Provide excellent care to all patients.
• Support consultants in delivering patient care.

Skills

RGN with NMC registration

Experience with day surgery

Clinical judgement

Education

Qualification in Ophthalmology or perioperative care

Job description

Overview

Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Ward Nurse to join our amazing and supportive team in our prestige private Colchester Eye Clinic. The successful Ward Nurse will be required to work 2 days each week (20 hours). This is a great opportunity to join a growing and developing business and benefit from our fantastic fully funded training programs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of the Ophthalmic service at Optegra, including surgery.
• Provide excellent care to all patients, with responsibility for diagnostic testing, pre-operative assessment, peri-operative and post-operative care in the surgical and refractive suite of the hospital, and assisting with minor operations.
• Use clinical judgement and analytical skills to proactively identify potential problems during the patient’s clinical pathway that require Consultant / Surgeon input.
• Work with Consultants, supporting them and delivering excellent care to patients during their clinical pathway.
• Provide pre and postoperative instructions to patients/carers through effective communication as part of the clinical competency framework and holistic care of patients.
• Provide clinical advice for patients, within level of competency.
• Administer drugs and treatments as prescribed according to NMC guidelines for the Standards for Medicines Management 2008.

About us

Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.

Requirements

• RGN with NMC registration or ODP with HCP registration, with no restrictions
• Experience with day surgery / operating theatre / outpatient setting
• Minimum of two years post-qualification experience
• A qualification in Ophthalmology or perioperative care and previous experience in Ophthalmology or Outpatients would be desirable but not essential

Benefits & Perks

• Generous salary which is reviewed annually. This role pays up to £38,000 FTE dependent on experience
• Generous matched pension contributions
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Flexible working and SMART working schemes for work-life balance
• Funded training and development
• Celebrating your anniversaries
• Annual STAR awards
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Free laser eye treatment for you and 20% discount for friends and family
• Private Healthcare, 24/7 GP appointments, free Physio and counselling
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

Role details

The job holder will be responsible for participating in all aspects of the Ophthalmic service at Optegra, including surgery. Provide excellent care to all patients, with specific responsibility for diagnostic testing, pre-operative assessment, peri-operative and post-operative care in the surgical and refractive suite of the hospital, and assisting with minor operations.

Closing date

Please get your application to us as soon as possible. We may close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.