Responsible and accountable for the delivery of patient care in the designated specialist areas Ophthalmic OPD & A/E and to influence practice within the MDT. Work on own initiative to undertake a wide range of duties relating to ophthalmology, backed up by professional skills and knowledge, including being able to respond in the event of an adverse reaction, and safely discharge patients. The post holder will practice autonomously and support and empower all healthcare workers and patients, by providing leadership, delegating responsibility, authority and accountability on ophthalmology management issues by the provision of education, expert advice and clinical expertise. This involves the assessment and treatment of patients, who may have challenging ophthalmology symptoms, in the outpatient department following referral of patients from both primary and secondary care. Be highly skilled and competent in the comprehensive assessment of patients using theoretical knowledge and a wide range of experience to assess needs and administer care to support recovery. The Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for administering independent assessments of patients in all nurse led clinics. Devise individual patient-led treatment plans using clinical reasoning, current evidence and a wide range of treatment skills. Develop nurse-led clinics, and other expanded/practitioner role procedures, approved by the Trust. Co-ordinate interventions which may include other disciplines through case management, multidisciplinary team meetings, integrated teams within the hospital and in the community and goal setting meetings. Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate and that all information is stored and maintained appropriately by keeping databases and records updated. Answer patient advice line by triaging calls and offering assistance to patients undergoing therapies. Plan and implement sessions of care based on sound theoretical knowledge and evidence. Ensure the use of a clinical governance framework and resources to guide practice, participating in supervision and reflection on clinical practice. Bring excellent clinical judgemental skills to the analysis and interpretation of a range of clinical options regarding patient care. Clinical: Core Nursing/ Health Professional Responsibilities Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation of care and discharge. Interprets data relevant to the patients condition and progress. Identifies patient problems and needs with the patient, their carers, senior nursing staff and other staff as appropriate. Identify the priorities of care for patients and realistic goals for their care plans. Participate in the control, storage and competent administration of drugs and treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines and the Trusts Guidelines for the Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines. Works within patient group directive. -- Please see Job Description & Person Specs for further information --