Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology IPH

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and highly motivated experienced Registered Nurse to join our friendly, forward thinking Ophthalmology team at Ipswich Hospital ESNEFT.

We promote a team approach ethos towards service improvements with all staff included in supporting new developments.

You will be required to promote the highest possible standards of care based on professionally determined standards and accept accountability for the patient as an individual, providing autonomy.

Please  note, there are two positions available:

• hours per week

30 hours per week

Main duties of the job

• Assess, plan, provide and evaluate care at all stages for the ophthalmic patient according to the Integrated Care Pathway (where applicable)/ under supervision.
• Keep relevant and accurate records of care (manual and computerised)
• To be responsible for the quality of data recorded. This data should be accurate, legible (if hand written), recorded in a timely manner, kept up to date and appropriately filed
• Perform routine drug administration meeting the local policy/ NMC guidelines including cannulation and IV drug administration were appropriate.
• Prioritise care, and organise own work load and that of junior staff where appropriate Work as part of a multi disciplinary team demonstrating awareness of own role and others roles and responsibilities
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Assist in the supervision of junior staff Implement directorate and ESNEFT policies and guidelines ie Health & safety, Moving a & Handling & Infection Control where appropriate
• Assist in cleaning, preparation use and maintenance of equipment
• Effectively communicate with colleagues, patients and visitors, seeking advice from MDT where appropriate.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.