Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology | Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 12 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £29,970 - £36,483 per annum, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 July 2025 |
| Location: | St Helens, WA9 3DA |
| Company: | St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7249151/409-7249151 |
Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse to join our team in Ophthalmology at St Helens Hospital.
Full Time 37.5 hours- 12 months Fixed Term
We are seeking a motivated individual with a passion for excellence within the delivery of patient care.
The post holder is responsible for providing a range of specialist services to patients attending the Eye Clinic Department and is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and may be required to demonstrate procedures and supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff.
The post holder will develop the necessary skills to become a clinically competent Ophthalmic registered nurse.
All staff nurses will support and supervise unqualified members of staff as this is a key component of the role. He/she has a valuable role in enhancing clinical practice and meeting the clinical governance agenda of the Trust.
An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & children is required for the post.
• To take on the role of the registered nurse within the Eye 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
The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals.
From 1stJuly we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk and Newton hospitals.
The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and North Wales.
Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care:
• CARE that is evidence based, high quality and compassionate
• SAFETY that is of the highest standards
• COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive and respectful
• SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient centred and reliable
• PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients
Our achievements include:
• Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
• Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
• Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Please see our Wellbeing & Benefits booklet for more information on our staff benefits. Accessible version available upon request.
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 12th June 2025
Closing date: 19th June 2025
Shortlisting date: 20th June 2025
Proposed Interview date: 27th June 2025
Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.
This advert closes on Thursday 19 Jun 2025
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