Ophthalmogy Specialist Nurse
Manage the ophthalmology outpatient clinics, including minor operations, liaising with multi professional colleagues to deliver an Ophthalmology outpatient service that facilitates high quality patient careProvide expert clinical advice to staff and patients regarding Ophthalmology care and servicesUndertake a comprehensive assessment of patients nursing needs including the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation of care delivery according to changing health care needsCompetently operate Biometry, OCT, Pentacam, and Visual Field machinesYou will be proficient in the following: Visual Acuity tests, Biometry measurements, OCT Macula and Glaucoma scans, Pentacam scans, Visual Field tests, assisting with Intravitreal Injections and assisting with minor eyelid procedures.
This is a full-time permanent post but we are open to hearing from candidates seeking to negotiate a part-time hours opportunity.
The outpatient department is open 8am – 8pm Monday to Saturday, shifts are variable according to the needs of the Ophthalmology serviceThis is an award-winning hospital, led by some of the South-West's most experienced consultants supported by 24/7 RMO cover on-site.
Rated 'outstanding' for caring- this unique centre of excellence was a long-established independent sector hospital, acquired through investment by the NHS in June 2021.
The Hospital has 28 en-suite single inpatient beds, 22 day-case beds and 5 ambulatory care beds.
Facilities include; 9 consulting rooms, 4 state-of-the-art operating theatres 2 with laminar flow, a JAG accredited Endoscopy suite, a dedicated cardiology suite and intervention treatment room.The dedicated physiotherapy department has a gym and four treatment rooms.
The Digital diagnostic unit includes CT, MRI, General X-ray and Ultrasound Person requirements Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
Two years current or recent Ophthalmology experience.
Extensive Ophthalmology knowledge and a willingness to share information and support non-Ophthalmology colleagues in the service Ability to work independently and part of the team as required Eligibility to undertake employment in the UK, not requiring a new Certificate of Sponsorship The additional benefits of working for this organisation include:- Personal pension plan
- Employee discount scheme
- Life assurance
- Bike to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Private medical insurance We are a leading healthcare recruitment partner with particular expertise in the placement of the full range of Healthcare staff, including Registered Nurses.
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