Ward Nurse

• Participate in all aspects of the Ophthalmic service at Optegra, including surgery
• Provide excellent care to all patients, with specific responsibility for diagnostic testing, pre-operative assessment, peri-operative and post-operative care in the surgical and refractive suite of the hospital, and assisting with minor operations
• Use clinical judgement and analytical skills to proactively identify potential problems during the patients’ clinical pathway that require Consultant / Surgeon input
• Work with Consultants supporting them and delivering excellent care to patients during their clinical pathway
• Provide pre and postoperative instructions to patients/carers through effective communication as part of the clinical competency framework and holistic care of patients
• Provide clinical advice for patients, within level of competency
• Administer drugs and treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines for the Standards for Medicines Management 2008

• RGN with NMC registration or ODP with HCP registration, with no restrictions
• Experience with day surgery / operating theatre / outpatient setting
• Minimum of two years post qualification experience
• A qualification in Ophthalmology or Peri operative care and previous experience in Ophthalmology or Outpatients would be desirable but not essential

A qualification in Ophthalmology or Peri operative care and previous experience in Ophthalmology or Outpatients

• Generous salary which is reviewed annually
• Generous matched pension contributions
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Flexible working and SMART working schemes
• Funded training and development
• Celebrating your anniversaries
• Annual STAR awards
• Blue Light Card
• Free laser eye treatment for you and 20% discount for friends and family
• Private Healthcare, 24/7 GP appointments, free Physio and counselling for your wellbeing
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan