Job requirements
Essential
10 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Min 6 months NHS experience
- Experience
Ability to work in a team
- Qualifications
RGN with current UK NMC qualification.
- Qualifications
Evidence of further professional study
- Qualifications
Preceptorship undertaken or undertaking.
- Knowledge and Skills
Ability to manage and undertake responsibility of own work load
- Knowledge and Skills
To demonstrate an interest in ophthalmology
- Knowledge and Skills
Have good communication skills
- Knowledge and Skills
Good time keeping skills
- Knowledge and Skills
Evidence of CPD
Desirable
7 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Evidence of Continued Professional Development.
- Experience
Knowledge of current issues in NHS
- Experience
Research experience
- Experience
Ophthalmology experience
- Qualifications
ENB 998 or Mentor Preparation course D32/22/A Unit course
- Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of current NHS issues
- Knowledge and Skills
Research interest or experience
Job overview
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated nurse to become part of a well-established and progressive Ophthalmology team. We are a busy outpatient's department undertaking the assessment and care of Ophthalmic patients, by continually adapting the service to meet and enhance the care we provide to our patients. We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic team players with a flexible approach, excellent communication skills and the ability to show initiative.
The eye treatment centre encompasses the Ophthalmic outpatient department, the Mobile Macular Unit (MMU) and the ETC ward both at Frimley Park Hospital and Heatherwood. The MMU moves weekly between Basingstoke, Farnborough, Aldershot and Camberley and the ETC ward at Heatherwood. The post holder will rotate between all clinical areas within this very busy fast paced speciality working 3-5 shifts a week between 0700-2000 Monday to Friday. Occasional weekend work required
This role is open to newly qualified nurses graduating in September 2026
Main duties of the job
- As an integral member of the Ophthalmic nursing team, the post holder will provide support to other members of the multidisciplinary team in the provision of high quality care
- Carry out specialised Ophthalmic tests and procedures that contribute to the efficient running of the service
- Act as a role model, delivering care with empathy and compassion
- Teach and supervise junior staff, students and unregistered nursing staff
- Be accountable for care or any omissions of care that you delegate to others
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology (Open to Newly Qualified Nurses) with Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust in Frimley, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Staff nurse role. The advertised salary is £33,677 - £40,996 per annum incl HCAS. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Sep 2026.
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