Job Summary
Working part time: 29.5 hours per week.
Hours will be worked over Monday‑Friday.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated and dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialist in Ophthalmology who has knowledge of current research and professional issues relating to the specialty to be a part of our large Multidisciplinary Team.
Responsibilities
* Act as a senior member of the Nursing Team and co‑ordinate the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of appropriate programmes of care for patients requiring ophthalmic care.
* Act as a role model for nursing and non‑nursing staff and work with the Multidisciplinary Team to ensure a high standard of holistic care is maintained for all patients and families.
* Practice autonomously as an Ophthalmic Clinical Nurse Specialist within the department.
* Assess, organise and prioritise care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team with minimal supervision.
* Set standards of practice while promoting clinical expertise.
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered Specialist Clinical Nurse (RSCN) Diploma or equivalent.
* Degree or working towards a degree.
* Post‑registration qualification or evidence of further study.
* Teaching and assessing qualification (e.g., 998/997/mentorship or equivalent).
* Speciality knowledge and experience in ophthalmology.
* Basic knowledge of financial management within the clinical setting.
* Knowledge of professional and NHS issues and an understanding of corporate objectives.
* Completion of the Trust toolkit competencies.
* Relevant post‑registration clinical experience.
* Initiation and implementation of change.
Desirable
* Management qualification or equivalent.
* Clinical Nurse Specialist mentorship and development experience.
* Countess 20:20 Leadership Programme completion.
Additional Information
Your application will be assessed on competence and values. The Trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for armed forces community applicants and provides support for disabled applicants under the Equality Act 2010.
A DBS check will be required. Applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check; costs will be deducted from salary over the first three months of employment.
Applicants requiring sponsorship may use the GOV.UK visa check tool to determine eligibility. The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules.
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