Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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.
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 to the job description attached.
About us
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.
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.
Job responsibilities
To see the full detailed job description and the main responsibilities of the job please refer to the job description attached.
Person Specification
Knowledge
* Flexible
* Good team worker
* Ability to manage own caseload
* Ability to recognise deterioration and refer to consultant if required
* Knowledge of A & P of the eye
* Previous ophthalmic injecting experience.
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse Adult with valid NMC registration or suitable alternative Ophthalmic qualification.
* Previous experience in Ophthalmology setting
* 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
* Commitment to professional development and education
* IT skills including use of databases
* Evidence of working with challenging/non-compliant patients
Experience
* Evidence of post registered experience of Ophthalmology
* Experience of moving and handling patients
* Experience of patient-centred care
* Ability to prioritise
* Articulate with a track record of problem solving
* Experience of working with LD, patients who lack capacity and others
Contractual
* Follow CARE values
* Good professional conduct
* Appropriate registration and revalidation
* Ability to travel between sites
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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