Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse to join our team in Ophthalmology at St Helens Hospital.
We are seeking a motivated individual with a passion for excellence within the delivery of patient care.
The post holder is responsible for providing a range of specialist services to patients attending the Eye Clinic Department and is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and may be required to demonstrate procedures and supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff.
The post holder will develop the necessary skills to become a clinically competent Ophthalmic registered nurse.
All staff nurses will support and supervise unqualified members of staff as this is a key component of the role. He/she has a valuable role in enhancing clinical practice and meeting the clinical governance agenda of the Trust.
An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & children is required for the post.
Main duties of the job
- To take on the role of the registered nurse within the Eye Clinic and to ensure the smooth and safe running of the clinic sessions.
- To assist the clinician with any process and procedure necessary for the examination, investigation and treatment for patients.
- Give appropriate information, advice when necessary, including health education and health promotion information, to patients both verbally and written.
- Administer drops and other ophthalmic treatments as necessary according to policy.
- To conduct tests and investigations according to Trust policies.
- To liaise with staff and departments about patients conditions and needs.
- To complete any necessary documentation in accordance with Trust policy and NMC guidance.
- To act at all times in the interest of patients and their families ensuring that a quality service is provided.
- To expand and maintain existing skills to meet patient service delivery
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse (degree/diploma)
- Current NMC Registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of NMC professional standards for practice contained within the code
- Experience of working in a clinical environment
- Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
- An understanding of national, regional and local NHS issues
- Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to network and build relationships at all levels
- Effectively prioritises and co-ordinates own workload
- Ability to de-escalate complex situations
- Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Awareness of the need for confidentiality at all times
- Computer literacy e.g. experience of electronic patient record
Other
Essential
- Frequent moderate effort for several short periods of time such as manual handling of patients and equipment
- Frequent concentration required for drug calculation and administration
- Dealing with frequent interruptions and competing demands
- Ability to work within highly distressing or emotional circumstances e.g. end of life care
- Ability to communicate distressing information
- Ability to communicate in a challenging environment
- Able to carry out direct clinical care as required on ward or department
- Potential blood or body fluids exposure
Closing Date: 13 September 2026
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