Ophthalmic Nurse

4 days ago


Kingston upon Thames Greater London, United Kingdom Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Full time

When you join our team, you're not just taking on a new role--you're becoming part of a close-knit, supportive community where teamwork and communication are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to helping each other succeed, and we're just as focused on your personal well-being as we are on your professional development. In this role, you'll be based in our modern Retina Suite and newly renovated Orthoptist rooms, with access to cutting-edge technology such as advanced slit lamps, OCT machines, and anterior segment scanners.
As the Nurse-in-Charge, on a typical day you'll oversee the main REU-OPD, Acute Referral Clinic (ARC). You'll kick things off by coordinating with the staff, ensuring the right people are in place to support the different clinics. Throughout the day, you'll be the go-to person for guidance and support, helping junior team members with clinical decisions and serving as a resource when they need advice, all while gaining valuable leadership experience and building on your clinical expertise and management skills .
We're happy to explore flexible working arrangements, such as adjusting your hours or setting fixed days to support your personal needs, like childcare, as long as it doesn't compromise patient care.
You'll take full accountability for each patient's care episode, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, discharge, or referral when needed
Collaborating with consultants, lead nurses, and senior sisters, you'll help drive the development of ophthalmology services
You'll ensure the department runs smoothly, meeting national and organisational targets, while providing clinical and managerial leadership to nursing and support staff
You'll participate in formal and informal teaching for nursing staff, act as a resource and role model for junior team members and provide them with clinical supervision and support.
We believe in fostering a positive and enjoyable work environment. Our nurses are not only driven to excel, but they also genuinely enjoy what they do. Whether it's team-building activities, fun runs, or a casual trip to the pub after work, we know how to strike the right balance between hard work and having fun
If development is something you're passionate about, we're ready to work with you from day one to support your growth. Your development is a priority, and we'll be there to help you with whatever you need as you progress.
You'll have personalised objectives focused on your professional development, which could include:
Learning biometry, telephone triaging in ARC, or exploring other areas of interest. We offer training in administering intravitreal injections. Once you're confident and independent in this skill, Band 6 nurses can receive Band 7 pay for sessions where they perform this task.
Registered NMC level 1
Degree in Nursing
Significant number of years of recent Ophthalmic experience at band 5.



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