Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology

Job description

We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work.

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.

We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £700 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.

Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people's own homes.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated 'Outstanding' and Eastbourne DGH was rated 'Good' Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic RGN or ODP with surgical theatre and/or ophthalmic nursing skills to join our busy Jubilee Eye Suite at Eastbourne hospital.

Helping us in our mission to deliver patient focused care within a modern progressive unit; encompassing pre-assessment, theatre and the admission/discharge lounge to provide the complete surgical pathway for the ophthalmic patient. Jubilee Eye Suite do surgical procedures under Local anaesthetic or General anaesthetic looking after all age groups of patients; paediatric to elderly; with a range of ophthalmic subspecialties.

Support the multi-disciplinary team in maintaining existing and developing new procedures.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be undertaking a variety of tasks; such as preassessment clinic and theatre. There is ample opportunities for professional growth and skill development within our team.

Eastbourne boasts stunning sea views, picturesque countryside, and a rich history. With good public transport and easy access to nearby cities and the continent, it offers an attractive lifestyle for residents. There is good public transport and easy access to local cities and the continent.

Main duties of the job

Assessment of patient's surgical pathway.

Admission & discharge care of the ophthalmic patient, having both GA & LA, in the ward/recovery area of the Jubilee Eye Suite.

Circulating and assisting with surgical procedures in theatre area.

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the job description attached.

If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Evidence of diploma level / degree level study

Desirable criteria

• Mentorship level 3

Experience

Essential criteria

• Generic pre-registration experience in a care environment

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience of chosen speciality

Skills

Essential criteria

• Ability to carry out a full range of nursing practice

Desirable criteria

• Additional skills & knowledge appropriate to specialty

Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

Our vision is to be:

• The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.

Our mission is to:

• Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.

Our strategic objectives are to:

• Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
• Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients' experiences.
• Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.

Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:

• Safe
• Effective
• Caring
• Responsive and
• Well led

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