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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced ophthalmic nurse to join our multidisciplinary team based at the Whittington Hospital . You will have the opportunity to play a key role in providing world-class care to a diverse range of ophthalmic patients. The role also provides opportunities for professional development, with a focus on developing skills to deliver a nurse-led intravitreal injection service.
The Royal Free Ophthalmic services are located across 6 clinical sites based across London. Delivering clinical care, diagnostic checks and treatments for both adult and paediatric patients across various services which include outpatients, eye casualty, day surgery and pre-operative assessment. You will be required to work in an outpatient setting at Whittington hospital, Royal Free Hospital and St Pancras eye clinic .
This post requires cross site cover, therefore, you must be flexible and adaptable to working at different clinical sites to support service needs.
Qualification in Ophthalmic nursing is desirable.
Possession of a full UK NMC registration with pin is essential.
Main duties of the job
The post holder must possess good leadership and communication skills and the ability to work autonomously. You will be designated to take charge of the department both in the out-patient and day surgery setting.
To work collaboratively and cohesively with the multi disciplinary team to meet the needs of patients and their families.
Provide specialist ophthalmic nursing care to patients by delivering evidence based, individualised patient care according to patients changing healthcare needs.
Deliver specialist nurse care encompassing nurse led clinics e.g. Intravitreal injections, Fundus Angiography, Pre-operative assessment.
To take an active role within clinical governance and quality framework, helping to embed the culture of continuous improvement.
The role involves supervising junior staff, teaching qualified and unqualified staff, supporting development, progression and implementation of ophthalmic developments.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working for the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience in Adult Nursing
- Experience as a staff nurse Band 5 or higher in Ophthalmology
- Demonstrates Clinical expertise relevant to Ophthalmology
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Adult Nursing Registration
Desirable
- Evidence of study/program in Ophthalmology
- Achieved a Mentor or Practice Assessor qualification
Other Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to undertake Flexible working, including different shift patterns and cross site working
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current advances in ophthalmology patient management
- Knowledge & experience of using ophthalmic diagnostic equipment and IT systems
- Ability to problem solve, prioritise and work to deadlines
- Ability to provide evidence of recent and continuing professional development relevant to Ophthalmology
- Experience in managing challenging situations to a positive outcome
- Ability to demonstrate advanced communication skills
Desirable
- Evidence of Teaching others
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust Values
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This advert is for Band 6 Specialist Ophthalmic Nurse - Ophthalmology with Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Clinical nurse specialist role. The advertised salary is £47,951 - £56,863 per annum inclusive of HCAS. The contract type is Permanent: Monday to Friday. The application deadline is 24 Jun 2026.
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