Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology

Job description

Job summary

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.

About us

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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Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description attached.

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

Job description
Job 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

• Evidence of diploma level / degree level study

Desirable

• Mentorship level 3

Experience

Essential

• Generic pre-registration experience in a care environment

Desirable

• Previous experience of chosen speciality

Skills

Essential

• Ability to carry out a full range of nursing practice

Desirable

• Additional skills & knowledge appropriate to specialty

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of diploma level / degree level study

Desirable

• Mentorship level 3

Experience

Essential

• Generic pre-registration experience in a care environment

Desirable

• Previous experience of chosen speciality

Skills

Essential

• Ability to carry out a full range of nursing practice

Desirable

• Additional skills & knowledge appropriate to specialty

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address

Eastbourne District General Hospital

Kings Drive

Eastbourne

BN21 2UD

United Kingdom

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