Job overview
Exciting opportunity for an existing STH qualified nurse to become a Nurse Practitioner covering maternity leave in cataract services.
The post holder will build on knowledge already gained in the ophthalmic setting, using their expertise to assess, plan implement and evaluate post operative care and treatment, in the clinic department of the Northern General Eye Centre.
Main duties of the job
The Nurse Practitioner role includes responsibility for patient assessment and reviewing them post operatively following cataract surgery. The post holder will use their ophthalmic skills and experience i.e. use of the slit lamp, interpreting imaging reports whilst leading in the post operative triage/face to face clinical outpatient and day case clinic/sessions.
The post holder will build on existing knowledge and experience with minimal supervision being an autonomous independent practitioner, undertaking assessments related to the care needs of patients, plan programmes of care, implement and an evaluation of these programmes.
The Nurse Practitioner will, and always work in a manner that promotes professionalism, dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles. He/she is expected to supervise junior staff and to teach qualified and unqualified staff, supporting development, progression and implementation of ophthalmic developments.
Working for our organisation
This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a period of a maximum of twelve months due to maternity leave of the substantive post holder. The fixed term contract status of the post holder will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts and statutory maternity provisions.
Please note all existing NHS staff will only be considered on a secondment basis. This must first be agreed with your current line manager.
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Registered nurse (valid with NMC)
2. To have completed the national practice assessor training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998
3. First level degree or working towards.
4. Completion/working towards post graduate education relevant to the role ie: Ophthalmic course, non-medical prescribing qualification
Desirable criteria
5. Evidence of working towards a Master’s degree
Experience
Essential criteria
6. Significant ophthalmic experience at AFC band 5 (or equivalent).
7. Evidence leadership qualities.
8. Relevant experience of caring for Cataract patients
9. Ability to work within the Ophthalmology Multi-Disciplinary team.
10. Experience of assessing patients’ needs as an autonomous practitioner
11. Trained in intravenous Cannulation and IV medication competency
12. Leadership experience within a clinical setting including quality assurance
Skills and Knowledge
Essential criteria
13. Competence achieved for slit lamp skills and examinations.
14. Biometry and OCT scan interpretation.
15. Assess, identify post operative complications and recommend treatment
16. Evidence of commitment to professional development, education & training ie: Leadership qualification, Short courses in Specialism, advanced communication skills/ counselling
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
17. Effective communicator with excellent leadership skills
18. Ability to participate in education of others
19. Ability to work flexibly to meet needs of the service
Please note that in order to comply with the UK Government’s rules on Skilled Worker sponsorship, any applicants who do not meet the eligibility requirements or concessions on salary thresholds under the Skilled Worker visa will not be eligible to receive sponsorship from the Trust. Please keep this in mind when submitting your application. Further details on these concessions, and who qualifies for them, can be found here.
Candidates are advised to read the attached guidance on using AI technology. When you complete your application, you are required to declare that the information in your application form is true and complete. The personal statement is exactly that; personal.
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The Trust is committed to its obligations in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, and we positively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Should you require any assistance in applying for the position please contact the General or Medical Human Resources Departments on the number identified on the NHS Jobs page for the organisation.
Job Share applicants are welcome for all full time posts unless indicated but cannot be guaranteed. In addition for Fixed Term Contracts, internal secondments may be considered, please seek the approval of your current line manager before applying for the position.
All employment with the Trust is subject to a number of NHS Employment Checks being met to a satisfactory standard including verification of identity, eligibility to work in the United Kingdom, references and qualifications in addition to professional registration, a disclosure and barring records check and occupational health check if these are deemed to be a requirement for the position to be undertaken.
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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.
Documents to download
20. JD Nurse Practitioner cataract service (PDF, 179.3KB)
21. PS Nurse practitioner cataract service (PDF, 272.4KB)
22. Candidate Application Best Practice Guide - please read before completing your application (PDF, 304.4KB)
23. Information for Candidates (PDF, 496.3KB)
24. Getting to Work at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals (PDF, 305.0KB)
25. Applicants - How We Use Your Information (PDF, 87.4KB)
26. Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders (PDF, 124.0KB)
27. Staff Benefits (PDF, 2.7MB)
28. A Guide to Using Artificial Intelligence and With Your Personal Statement (PDF, 163.6KB)
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Further details / informal visits contact
NameLisa Taylor-CanterJob titleSenior SisterEmail addresslisa.taylor-canter@nhs.netTelephone number0114 226 7237