Job summary
- Main area
- Ophthalmology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 22.5 hours per week (to suit the service)
- Job ref
- 214-SRG-6840209
- Employer
- Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Kingsmill Hospital
- Town
- Sutton in Ashfield
- Salary
- £37,338 - £44,962 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 26/12/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Ophthalmic Nurse Injector
NHS AfC: Band 6
Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here and we are the Health Service Journal’s Trust of the Year in 2020.
The Care Quality Commission rated King’s Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall we are rated Outstanding for care.
For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.
Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients, we also care for you.
We would love you to join us.
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Job overview
We're currently seeking a motivated Ophthalmic Nurse Injector to contribute to our commitment to excellence. We welcome you to join our passionate team and become an essential part of our Ophthalmic department.Ìý
As an Ophthalmic Nurse Injector, you will play a crucial role in our Ophthalmic department. Your primary responsibility will be to run nurse-led IVT injection clinics aimed at improving the day-to-day living of patients suffering from Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD).
This role requires a high level of precision, compassion and dedication to patient care. You will work closely with a named Ophthalmic consultant who will be available to assist with any medical concerns before the IVT injection takes place. This collaborative approach ensures that our patients receive the highest standard of care.
In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to engage in continuous professional development, participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to the development of best practices within the department. Your insights and expertise will be valued as we strive to enhance our services and patient outcomes.
Main duties of the job
To see the full detailed job description and the main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached.
Working for our organisation
Thank you for your interest in this role.
Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here, and we are the Health Service Journal’s Trust of the Year in 2020.
The Care Quality Commission rated King’s Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall, we are rated Outstanding for care.ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý
For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.
Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients; we also care for you.
Our culture of learning, compassion and taking a person-centred approach are at the roots of our organisation. We would love you to join us.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To see the full detailed job description and the main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Good communication skills
- Flexible
- Good team worker
- Ability to manage own caseload
- Ability to recognise deterioration and refer to consultant if required
- Role model
- Knowledge of A & P of the eye
Desirable criteria
- Previous ophthalmic injecting experience.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse Adult with valid NMC registration or suitable alternative Ophthalmic qualification.
- Previous experience in Ophthalmology setting
Desirable criteria
- Nursing study degree or Ophthalmic equivalent
- Evidence of post registered Ophthalmic education
- Working towards Non medical prescribers qualification or willing to undertake
- Consent Course
Further Training
Essential criteria
- Commitment to professional development and education
- IT skills including use of data bases
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of working with challenging/non-compliant patients
Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of post registered experience of Ophthalmology
- Experience of moving and handling patients
- Experience of patient centre care
- Ability to prioritise
Desirable criteria
- Articulate with track record of problem solving
- Experience of working with LD, patients who lack capacity and other
Contractual
Essential criteria
- Follow CARE values
- Good professional conduct
- Appropriate registration and revalidation
- Ability to travel between sites
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Anne Kabia
- Job title
- Elective Care Matron
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01623 622515
- Additional information
-
Karen Meikle - 01623 622515 ext 3309
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