Job summary The post holder will Promote and help to manage delivery of a quality nursing service, setting and monitoring clinical standards. To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. To work as a Team Leader and Deputise for the Eye Unit Sister, as required To take lead responsibility for co coordinating and facilitating the training, educational and development needs of staff or To take lead responsibility for an area of clinical practice within the Eye Unit Main duties of the job Act as an effective role model and demonstrate effective organisational and leadership skills. To be a clinically effective role model for Ophthalmology having up-to-date ophthalmic knowledge and experience. Completing where necessary nurse led clinics in Removal of sutures, Post-operative assessment and eye treatment clinics. To be able to autonomously assess and interpret acute Eye conditions, Advise to be given via the telephone in regards to eye conditions, recommend when Patients should be reviewed and booking them to the appropriate clinic. Liaising with the doctors for the more complex eye conditions. To promote and help to manage delivery of a quality nursing service, setting and monitoring clinical standards in the Ophthalmology Department Ashford and St Peters Hospital and outreach clinics. With the Eye Unit Sister ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection. To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. Able to remove sutures from the eye lid. Able to review patients with bandage contact lens and change them. Able to carry out epilation of lashes. About us Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond. Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey. We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care. We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures. We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition: Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement On-site Nurseries On-site staff cafes On-site parking Support in career development Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible. For more information about a career at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org Date posted 03 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,205 to £47,084 a year pa inc. HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 323-NM7134-MH Job locations Ashford Hospital London Road Ashford TW15 3AA Job description Job responsibilities This is an autonomous post where you will manage your own workload, working within the policies and procedures of the Trust and the NMC guidelines and deciding when it is necessary to escalate to the Eye Unit Sister. Act as an effective role model and demonstrate effective organisational and leadership skills. To be a clinically effective role model for Ophthalmology having up-to-date ophthalmic knowledge and experience. Completing where necessary nurse led clinics in Removal of sutures, Post-operative assessment and eye treatment clinics. To be able to autonomously assess and interpret acute Eye conditions, Advise to be given via the telephone in regards to eye conditions, recommend when Patients should be reviewed and booking them to the appropriate clinic. Liaising with the doctors for the more complex eye conditions. Participate in planning and implementation of quality initiatives and targets in conjunction with the Eye Unit Sister/Matron Specialist Surgery To promote and help to manage delivery of a quality nursing service, setting and monitoring clinical standards in the Ophthalmology Department Ashford and St Peters Hospital and outreach clinics. Be conversant with current emergency resuscitation techniques and fire regulations and procedures both in theory and practice. With the Eye Unit Sister ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection. Be aware of and contribute to the protection of individuals from abuse. Report and suspicions of abuse to the Eye Unit Sister or in their absence Matron Specialist Surgery or Site Coordinator. To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. Job description Job responsibilities This is an autonomous post where you will manage your own workload, working within the policies and procedures of the Trust and the NMC guidelines and deciding when it is necessary to escalate to the Eye Unit Sister. Act as an effective role model and demonstrate effective organisational and leadership skills. To be a clinically effective role model for Ophthalmology having up-to-date ophthalmic knowledge and experience. Completing where necessary nurse led clinics in Removal of sutures, Post-operative assessment and eye treatment clinics. To be able to autonomously assess and interpret acute Eye conditions, Advise to be given via the telephone in regards to eye conditions, recommend when Patients should be reviewed and booking them to the appropriate clinic. Liaising with the doctors for the more complex eye conditions. Participate in planning and implementation of quality initiatives and targets in conjunction with the Eye Unit Sister/Matron Specialist Surgery To promote and help to manage delivery of a quality nursing service, setting and monitoring clinical standards in the Ophthalmology Department Ashford and St Peters Hospital and outreach clinics. Be conversant with current emergency resuscitation techniques and fire regulations and procedures both in theory and practice. With the Eye Unit Sister ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection. Be aware of and contribute to the protection of individuals from abuse. Report and suspicions of abuse to the Eye Unit Sister or in their absence Matron Specialist Surgery or Site Coordinator. To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. Person Specification Skills Essential Able to review patients with bandage contact lens and change them if required. Able to review patients with bandage contact lens and change them if required. Able to remove eyelid sutures independently Able to carry out epilation of lashes. Desirable Previous experience in the same position in a similar area Qualifications and Further Training Essential Practice Supervisor and assessor qualification Evidence of recent professional updating and relevant personal development NMC Registered Nurse degree level Ophthalmology nursing Qualification Proven Clinical competency in use of a slit lamp and completing nurse led clinics Experience Essential Knowledge of clinical governance issues such as complaints handling, clinical risk management. Knowledge of current NHS and Professional issues Managing a team Changes in nursing practice to improve patient care Can demonstrate up-to-date clinical credibility/competence Person Specification Skills Essential Able to review patients with bandage contact lens and change them if required. Able to review patients with bandage contact lens and change them if required. Able to remove eyelid sutures independently Able to carry out epilation of lashes. Desirable Previous experience in the same position in a similar area Qualifications and Further Training Essential Practice Supervisor and assessor qualification Evidence of recent professional updating and relevant personal development NMC Registered Nurse degree level Ophthalmology nursing Qualification Proven Clinical competency in use of a slit lamp and completing nurse led clinics Experience Essential Knowledge of clinical governance issues such as complaints handling, clinical risk management. Knowledge of current NHS and Professional issues Managing a team Changes in nursing practice to improve patient care Can demonstrate up-to-date clinical credibility/competence 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Ashford Hospital London Road Ashford TW15 3AA Employer's website https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)