Job summary
The Ophthalmology Department cares for patients of all ages attending a wide range of ophthalmic clinics. We have Doctor/Nurse led clinics on all sites.
Within this post, you will work in general Ophthalmology clinics and more specialised ophthalmic clinics, preoperative assessment, and support the organisation and running of clinics on a day-to-day basis. This provides the opportunity to cover all different aspects of Ophthalmic Care.
You will undergo in-house training specialising in Ophthalmic Nursing care.
You will be expected to complete the ophthalmic competencies required to work in the department.
Main duties of the job
1. Work in support of and under the direction of a registered nurse, providing nursing care and assistance to patients within defined parameters specified by the Registered Nurse (RN).
2. Record patient information.
3. Provide basic patient care and document that care in the patient records.
4. Perform agreed clinical tasks, clerical duties, and phlebotomy.
5. Participate in working flexible hours to meet the needs of the service, including evenings and weekends.
About us
We operate from three main hospitals: Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as several community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and RLI offer a range of General Hospital services, including Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units, and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides General Hospital services, an Urgent Treatment Centre, and helps with conditions like broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three hospitals provide outpatient, diagnostic, therapeutic, day case, and inpatient surgeries, along with outreach services across Morecambe Bay.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For detailed information about the role and main duties, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification under the supporting documents. More information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay can be found on our website: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
* Good General Education
* Basic literacy and Numeracy Skills
* Willingness to undertake NVQ level 3 in care related to area
Experience
* Manual Handling of patients
* Previous Experience in a care environment
Desirable
* Awareness of NHS structure and current issues
Skills
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
* Basic IT skills
* Understanding confidentiality
* Good hygiene skills (e.g., hand washing, food handling)
Desirable
* Knowledge or interest in Ophthalmic care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Address: Ophthalmology Unit, Level 4, Westmorland General Hospital, Burton Road, Kendal, LA9 7RG
Employer's website: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
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