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At times they will have management responsibility for the co-ordination of teams within the A&E departmentand General ophthalmology clinic and the supervision and education of junior members of staff.
Job summaryThe post holder is responsible for the assessment, management and care of patients in the Accident andEmergency and General Ophthalmology service. They will assess patients and implement and evaluatetreatment provision ensuring that the care provided is consistent and of a high standard throughout the patient care pathway.
At times they will have management responsibility for the co-ordination of teams within the A&E departmentand General ophthalmology clinic and the supervision and education of junior members of staff. They willensure that all patients are seen and assessed by members of the multidisciplinary team.
The post holderwill be a key member of staff, participating in the development of care for patients attending the Accidentand Emergency service. They will work independently/autonomously and are accountable for their ownprofessional actions. They are responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of service users, alwaysensuring that the care they provide is compassionate and safeguards the dignity and well- being of allpatients.
Main duties of the job
Be accountable for practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and taking every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence.
Act in accordance with local, hospital and statutory guidelines and policies including health and safety initiatives.
Compile a personal & professional portfolio in conjunction with the performance management process and the compilation of a Personal Development Plan.
Maintain a high standard of care and remain courteous at all times to all patients, carers, visitors, colleagues and members of the multidisciplinary team
Practice in a cost effective and cost aware manner being aware of budgetary constraints and the requirement to manage resources efficiently and effectively.
Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safely, security and risk
About us
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
- Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
- Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
- Free 24/7 independent counselling service
- Learning and development opportunities
- Easy and quick transport links
- A range of attractive benefits and discounts
- Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skills
- Flexible working friendly organisation
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for carrying out clinical ophthalmic practice within the A&E service, ensuring that highquality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventionsand evaluations for patients is provided throughout the patient pathway.
Work with all members of the multidisciplinary team to achieve and maintain all targets andmeasures both local and national that are relevant to the A&E and General Ophthalmology service.
Responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of ophthalmic work procedures andpractices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Act as an advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patient orientated approach to thedelivery of care and to meet standards within relevant guidelines.
Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regardfor their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate nursingassessments and management of the patient in the outpatient setting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for carrying out clinical ophthalmic practice within the A&E service, ensuring that highquality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventionsand evaluations for patients is provided throughout the patient pathway.
Work with all members of the multidisciplinary team to achieve and maintain all targets andmeasures both local and national that are relevant to the A&E and General Ophthalmology service.
Responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of ophthalmic work procedures andpractices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Act as an advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patient orientated approach to thedelivery of care and to meet standards within relevant guidelines.
Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regardfor their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate nursingassessments and management of the patient in the outpatient setting.
Person Specification
Professional Registration/Qualifications
Essential
- Active full NMC Registration/Pin Number
- Ophthalmic qualification or experience
Essential
- Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate
- Able to work under own initiative within boundaries of role.
Essential
- Awareness of audit and quality issues
- Comprehensive IT skills and willing to work on established hospital Information systems
- Able and willing to undertake ophthalmic training/ophthalmic course
Professional Registration/Qualifications
Essential
- Active full NMC Registration/Pin Number
- Ophthalmic qualification or experience
Essential
- Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate
- Able to work under own initiative within boundaries of role.
Essential
- Awareness of audit and quality issues
- Comprehensive IT skills and willing to work on established hospital Information systems
- Able and willing to undertake ophthalmic training/ophthalmic course
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Accident and Emegency
162 City Road
London
EC1V 2PD
Employer's website
Job summary
The post holder is responsible for the assessment, management and care of patients in the Accident andEmergency and General Ophthalmology service. They will assess patients and implement and evaluatetreatment provision ensuring that the care provided is consistent and of a high standard throughout the patient care pathway.
At times they will have management responsibility for the co-ordination of teams within the A&E departmentand General ophthalmology clinic and the supervision and education of junior members of staff. They willensure that all patients are seen and assessed by members of the multidisciplinary team.
The post holderwill be a key member of staff, participating in the development of care for patients attending the Accidentand Emergency service. They will work independently/autonomously and are accountable for their ownprofessional actions. They are responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of service users, alwaysensuring that the care they provide is compassionate and safeguards the dignity and well- being of allpatients.
Main duties of the job
Be accountable for practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and taking every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence.
Act in accordance with local, hospital and statutory guidelines and policies including health and safety initiatives.
Compile a personal & professional portfolio in conjunction with the performance management process and the compilation of a Personal Development Plan.
Maintain a high standard of care and remain courteous at all times to all patients, carers, visitors, colleagues and members of the multidisciplinary team
Practice in a cost effective and cost aware manner being aware of budgetary constraints and the requirement to manage resources efficiently and effectively.
Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safely, security and risk
About us
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for carrying out clinical ophthalmic practice within the A&E service, ensuring that highquality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventionsand evaluations for patients is provided throughout the patient pathway.
Work with all members of the multidisciplinary team to achieve and maintain all targets andmeasures both local and national that are relevant to the A&E and General Ophthalmology service.
Responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of ophthalmic work procedures andpractices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Act as an advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patient orientated approach to thedelivery of care and to meet standards within relevant guidelines.
Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regardfor their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate nursingassessments and management of the patient in the outpatient setting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for carrying out clinical ophthalmic practice within the A&E service, ensuring that highquality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventionsand evaluations for patients is provided throughout the patient pathway.
Work with all members of the multidisciplinary team to achieve and maintain all targets andmeasures both local and national that are relevant to the A&E and General Ophthalmology service.
Responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of ophthalmic work procedures andpractices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Act as an advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patient orientated approach to thedelivery of care and to meet standards within relevant guidelines.
Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regardfor their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate nursingassessments and management of the patient in the outpatient setting.
Person Specification
Professional Registration/Qualifications
Essential
Essential
Essential
Professional Registration/Qualifications
Essential
Essential
Essential
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Accident and Emegency
162 City Road
London
EC1V 2PD
Employer's website
The post holder is responsible for the assessment, management and care of patients in the Accident andEmergency and General Ophthalmology service. They will assess patients and implement and evaluatetreatment provision ensuring that the care provided is consistent and of a high standard throughout the patient care pathway.
At times they will have management responsibility for the co-ordination of teams within the A&E departmentand General ophthalmology clinic and the supervision and education of junior members of staff. They willensure that all patients are seen and assessed by members of the multidisciplinary team.
The post holderwill be a key member of staff, participating in the development of care for patients attending the Accidentand Emergency service. They will work independently/autonomously and are accountable for their ownprofessional actions. They are responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of service users, alwaysensuring that the care they provide is compassionate and safeguards the dignity and well- being of allpatients.
Main duties of the job
Be accountable for practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and taking every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence.
Act in accordance with local, hospital and statutory guidelines and policies including health and safety initiatives.
Compile a personal & professional portfolio in conjunction with the performance management process and the compilation of a Personal Development Plan.
Maintain a high standard of care and remain courteous at all times to all patients, carers, visitors, colleagues and members of the multidisciplinary team
Practice in a cost effective and cost aware manner being aware of budgetary constraints and the requirement to manage resources efficiently and effectively.
Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safely, security and risk
About us
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
- Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
- Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
- Free 24/7 independent counselling service
- Learning and development opportunities
- Easy and quick transport links
- A range of attractive benefits and discounts
- Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skills
- Flexible working friendly organisation
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for carrying out clinical ophthalmic practice within the A&E service, ensuring that highquality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventionsand evaluations for patients is provided throughout the patient pathway.
Work with all members of the multidisciplinary team to achieve and maintain all targets andmeasures both local and national that are relevant to the A&E and General Ophthalmology service.
Responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of ophthalmic work procedures andpractices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Act as an advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patient orientated approach to thedelivery of care and to meet standards within relevant guidelines.
Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regardfor their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate nursingassessments and management of the patient in the outpatient setting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for carrying out clinical ophthalmic practice within the A&E service, ensuring that highquality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventionsand evaluations for patients is provided throughout the patient pathway.
Work with all members of the multidisciplinary team to achieve and maintain all targets andmeasures both local and national that are relevant to the A&E and General Ophthalmology service.
Responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of ophthalmic work procedures andpractices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Act as an advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patient orientated approach to thedelivery of care and to meet standards within relevant guidelines.
Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regardfor their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate nursingassessments and management of the patient in the outpatient setting.
Person Specification
Professional Registration/Qualifications
Essential
- Active full NMC Registration/Pin Number
- Ophthalmic qualification or experience
Essential
- Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate
- Able to work under own initiative within boundaries of role.
Essential
- Awareness of audit and quality issues
- Comprehensive IT skills and willing to work on established hospital Information systems
- Able and willing to undertake ophthalmic training/ophthalmic course
Professional Registration/Qualifications
Essential
- Active full NMC Registration/Pin Number
- Ophthalmic qualification or experience
Essential
- Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate
- Able to work under own initiative within boundaries of role.
Essential
- Awareness of audit and quality issues
- Comprehensive IT skills and willing to work on established hospital Information systems
- Able and willing to undertake ophthalmic training/ophthalmic course
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Accident and Emegency
162 City Road
London
EC1V 2PD
Employer's website
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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.
Clinical Skills:
1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.
2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.
3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.
4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.
6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills:
1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.
Employment Considerations:
1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.
2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.
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