Job summary A rare and exciting opportunity to join our friendly team in Ophthalmology Outpatients as a Band 5 Registered Nurse. An effective communicator, you will be expected to provide an efficient and effective service to all users of the department. You will have the opportunity to develop and practice a diverse set of clinical skills working alongside various experienced members of the team Interviews are expected to take place on 05th February 2025 Main duties of the job For the right candidate, this is an opportunity for a rewarding job that provides variety, The successful candidate will embrace the challenge of working in a demanding environment, where excellent patient focused skills and attention to detail are paramount. Having good problem-solving skills, you will demonstrate a willingness to support junior staff in the everyday running of Outpatients whilst being rewarded with the time to provide high-quality care to patients in this setting. Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification. About us We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 216-AH-S6904847 Job locations REI OPD 3, Alpha Way Plymouth PL6 5ZF Job description Job responsibilities Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering effective, quality nursing care following a patient-centred model of practice and facilitating the allocation of staff in the department to meet clinical demand. Provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Supervision and direction of junior Registered Nursing staff, Health Care Assistants and learners. Works within the boundaries of existing competence, adhering to local and national protocols / standard operating procedures / policies. To ensure that the environment is clean, safe, tidy and welcoming for patients and visitors. To be able to work flexibly to meet the fluctuating needs of the department as they arise. To act as a role model to other staff members. In the absence of Sister/deputy, regularly assumes responsibility for the area on a day-to-day basis, utilising knowledge of Trust standards, policies and procedures. Contributes to the management of risk in the department by minimising clinical and financial risk. Keeps comprehensive clinical records and adheres to all aspects of information governance and safe record keeping. Maintains clinical competence within their scope of practise and regularly undertake training to facilitate their ongoing professional development. PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Perform comprehensive assessment of patients nursing needs. Plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to patients health care needs. Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring high standards and safe practice are maintained by: Teaching staff to understand and accept their responsibilities e.g. environmental cleanliness, maintenance and use of all equipment within clinical setting. Assist the senior team in the monitoring of incidents, accidents and complaints and participating in corrective action and the monitoring of outcomes. Adhering to the guidelines of the Health & Safety at Work Act. Utilisation of Trust Risk Assessment documentation, to ensure that Health & Safety and Clinical risk are reduced in the department. Management of the area in the absence of a Sister/deputy, including the deployment and supervision of staff. Demonstrating leadership and management skills by overseeing staff and clinics to ensure service efficiency, and working flexibly by adapting to the changing needs of the department as they arise. To ensure that Trust and Directorate Policies and Procedures are carried out correctly by: Being responsible for efficient and effective usage of the available resources in the absence of the department Sister. Maintaining training of mandatory and other training competencies as relevant to the role/area. Establish and maintain effective communication channels within and outside the area by: Promoting teamwork and inter-personnel relationships and encouraging others in the decision making process. Assisting in organising and attending regular Ward Meetings and participating in forums as required. Playing an active role in the integration of Patient and Public Involvement. Effecting change in order to meet changing patient need. Engaging with daily safety briefing and overseeing implementation of new strategies within the workplace. COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Reporting and documenting all relevant nursing actions and/or patients needs: Communicates changes, with other health care professionals, of patient condition/ needs as they occur. Provide delicate, sensitive and/or complex information concerning patients condition, which requires persuasion and reassurance skills. Some patients have special needs or learning disabilities. Provide and deliver health education and health promotion Engage, interact and teach carers/families to be actively involved in patients care. To ensure patients and carers/family have the relevant knowledge and skills to continue with care after discharge. Communicates effectively with; Department Manager and department based nursing team Matron Infection Control Team Clinical Nurse Specialists Consultants within area of responsibility Patients and their support network All post holders must: Work to the Trust values - Put patients first, Take ownership, Respect others, Be positive, Listen, learn and improve. Job description Job responsibilities Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering effective, quality nursing care following a patient-centred model of practice and facilitating the allocation of staff in the department to meet clinical demand. Provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Supervision and direction of junior Registered Nursing staff, Health Care Assistants and learners. Works within the boundaries of existing competence, adhering to local and national protocols / standard operating procedures / policies. To ensure that the environment is clean, safe, tidy and welcoming for patients and visitors. To be able to work flexibly to meet the fluctuating needs of the department as they arise. To act as a role model to other staff members. In the absence of Sister/deputy, regularly assumes responsibility for the area on a day-to-day basis, utilising knowledge of Trust standards, policies and procedures. Contributes to the management of risk in the department by minimising clinical and financial risk. Keeps comprehensive clinical records and adheres to all aspects of information governance and safe record keeping. Maintains clinical competence within their scope of practise and regularly undertake training to facilitate their ongoing professional development. PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Perform comprehensive assessment of patients nursing needs. Plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to patients health care needs. Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring high standards and safe practice are maintained by: Teaching staff to understand and accept their responsibilities e.g. environmental cleanliness, maintenance and use of all equipment within clinical setting. Assist the senior team in the monitoring of incidents, accidents and complaints and participating in corrective action and the monitoring of outcomes. Adhering to the guidelines of the Health & Safety at Work Act. Utilisation of Trust Risk Assessment documentation, to ensure that Health & Safety and Clinical risk are reduced in the department. Management of the area in the absence of a Sister/deputy, including the deployment and supervision of staff. Demonstrating leadership and management skills by overseeing staff and clinics to ensure service efficiency, and working flexibly by adapting to the changing needs of the department as they arise. To ensure that Trust and Directorate Policies and Procedures are carried out correctly by: Being responsible for efficient and effective usage of the available resources in the absence of the department Sister. Maintaining training of mandatory and other training competencies as relevant to the role/area. Establish and maintain effective communication channels within and outside the area by: Promoting teamwork and inter-personnel relationships and encouraging others in the decision making process. Assisting in organising and attending regular Ward Meetings and participating in forums as required. Playing an active role in the integration of Patient and Public Involvement. Effecting change in order to meet changing patient need. Engaging with daily safety briefing and overseeing implementation of new strategies within the workplace. COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Reporting and documenting all relevant nursing actions and/or patients needs: Communicates changes, with other health care professionals, of patient condition/ needs as they occur. Provide delicate, sensitive and/or complex information concerning patients condition, which requires persuasion and reassurance skills. Some patients have special needs or learning disabilities. Provide and deliver health education and health promotion Engage, interact and teach carers/families to be actively involved in patients care. To ensure patients and carers/family have the relevant knowledge and skills to continue with care after discharge. Communicates effectively with; Department Manager and department based nursing team Matron Infection Control Team Clinical Nurse Specialists Consultants within area of responsibility Patients and their support network All post holders must: Work to the Trust values - Put patients first, Take ownership, Respect others, Be positive, Listen, learn and improve. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current RN registration with the N.M.C. Diploma in a health related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience. Desirable Degree in Nursing Knowledge & Experience Essential General nursing background. Proven awareness of research and evidence based practice within setting. Desirable Recent demonstrable nursing experience within a nursing environment. Venepuncture. Aptitude and Abilities Essential Good communication skills, verbal and non-verbal. Ability to prioritise workload. Desirable Ability to work well within a busy working environment. Teaching and mentoring skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current RN registration with the N.M.C. Diploma in a health related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience. Desirable Degree in Nursing Knowledge & Experience Essential General nursing background. Proven awareness of research and evidence based practice within setting. Desirable Recent demonstrable nursing experience within a nursing environment. Venepuncture. Aptitude and Abilities Essential Good communication skills, verbal and non-verbal. Ability to prioritise workload. Desirable Ability to work well within a busy working environment. Teaching and mentoring skills 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Address REI OPD 3, Alpha Way Plymouth PL6 5ZF Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)