Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology OPD - Huntingdon

Job overview

***Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a registered nurse to join our Ophthalmology nursing team. We are looking for an enthusiastic team member, previous Ophthalmology experience preferred but not essential.   You must have a willingness to learn and develop new skills and knowledge, in our sub specialities.

**Full time and Part Time hours available**

Main duties of the job

Hinchingbrooke  eye clinic is a busy, friendly department working closely with the multi disciplinary team. Qualities we are looking for include being a team player, with good interpersonal and communication skills. Awareness of NHS values, and an awareness of the current challenges facing the NHS.  Clinically you will be expected to carryout initial assessment of the patient for a variety of clinic's. Develop skills to complete pre-op assessments, including biometry. Support clinicians in theatre during intravitreal injection  procedure.

An empathetic and caring nature is essential, as our client group are often elderly and vulnerable.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information regarding this vacancy.