KEY DUTIES To take on the role of the registered nurse within the Eye/ENT Clinic and to ensure the smooth and safe running of the clinic sessions. To assist the clinician with any process and procedure necessary for the examination, investigation and treatment for patients. Give appropriate information, advice when necessary, including health education and health promotion information, to patients both verbally and written. Administer drops and other ophthalmic treatments as necessary according to policy. To conduct tests and investigations according to Trust policies. To liaise with staff and departments about patients conditions and needs. To complete any necessary documentation in accordance with Trust policy and NMC guidance. To act at all times in the interest of patients and their families ensuring that a quality service is provided. To expand and maintain existing skills to meet patient service delivery. CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain appropriate NMC registration To be aware of and practice professionally in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and The Scope of Professional Practice. To personally ensure fulfilment of the requirements for professional updating and to maintain a personal record for the future registration purposes. Ensure that nursing care is appropriate, provided and is consistent with clinical guidelines To be a caring, clinically competent registered nurse who ensures patient safety and well-being is paramount at all times. To ensure the confidentiality of patient information at all times To ensure that all Eye/ENT Clinics, policies and procedures are adhered to at all times and that any amendments to policies are acted upon immediately To ensure the privacy and dignity of patients is paramount and not compromised. To be aware of all child protection and safeguarding responsibilities appropriately and according to procedure Implement and evaluate programmes of care to meet needs of patients and undertake all forms of care within the clinical environment. In accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will actively participate in the prevention and control of infection within the capacity of their role. The Act requires the post holder to attend infection prevention and control training on induction and at regular updates and to take responsibility for the practical application of the training in the course of their work. Infection prevention and control must be included in any personal development plan and/or appraisal. ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure patient records are kept up to date and accurate and recording is done in line with Trust policies and procedures TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES To participate in the teaching of students and the in-service training of qualified nurses and health care assistants and act as facilitator/mentor/preceptor as appropriate. Take part in further training to become competent in Ophthalmic procedures LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervise Health Care Assistants and students as and when required. Supervise Junior Staff Nurses once deemed sufficiently competent and experienced in role by Ward Manager. RESEARCH & AUDIT To commence and participate in research/special projects as directed by the ward manager.