Paediatric Ophthalmic Nurse | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 14 May 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £28,407 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 June 2024 |
| Location: | Westcliff on Sea, SS00RY |
| Company: | Southend University Hospital NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6311630/390-OPT-BA-1751-H |
Summary
We have an opportunity for a Nurse who will collaboratively function as part of the multi-disciplinary team within the Paediatric Department working within the Trust's policies and procedures and the Ward Philosophy. The Nurse is expected to work and support the Ophthalmology Directorate as a whole across 3 sites, inclusive of outpatients, the eye ward, pre assessment and ophthalmic casualties.
The Nurse will assist the department in the provision and maintenance of a seamless service & high-quality care to patients in accordance with Clinical Governance within the ward/department. To contribute to the reduction of healthcare acquired infection by ensuring a high standard of infection control practice in the light of research current best evidence and legislation.
It is expected that the Nurse as a reflective practitioner will continue to develop their own capabilities and Nursing knowledge in line with the Trusts career pathway where education is supported. The Nurse will ensure they maintain an up-to-date portfolio of evidence
To work as part of the multidisciplinary team ensuring the delivery of a high standard of holistic nursing care
To ensure that an individual programme of care is planned, implemented and evaluated
To participate in all relevant aspects of the Governance process
You will adhere to the NMC code of Professional Conduct at all times and ensure ward compliance with hospital policies and procedures
To act as a team leader when competency achieved
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 17,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook – if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Please see attached a full job description setting out the details of the role and responsibilities.
We look forward to your application.
This advert closes on Tuesday 28 May 2024