Job overview
We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic, and hard-working person to work in our ophthalmology theatres. You must be a registered nurse/ODP with previous scrub and/or ophthalmic experience and be an excellent communicator as you will have everyday contact with multi-professional colleagues where results and positive achievements will be crucial. Exceptional personal and organisational qualities are key attributes in this role. The ability to supervise and coach staff will also be necessary, as will a focus to delivering the highest standards of care and service to our patients.
For informal discussion contact Ibrahim Hemaida (Senior Nurse) on 02085395522 extension 88120.
Main duties of the job
• To establish high standards of pre/ peri and post-operative clinical care
• To contribute to the delivery of high standards of practice in all aspects of the service and in clinical skills
• To coordinate clinical activities and develop clinical expertise through leadership
• To assist in the smooth running and organization of the shift team
• To rotate through the Ophthalmology Department
• To ensure high quality patient care is delivered and take appropriate steps if this is not the case
• To participate in the delivery and organization of formal and informal teaching
• To participate in activities/ projects which contribute to the provision and delivery of evidence- base practice
• To provide health education and advice
Working for our organisation
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
1. 2-year experience post qualifications
2. Anaesthetic experience
Desirable criteria
3. Interest in Ophthalmology
4. Experience in both anaesthetic and recovery
Skills
Essential criteria
5. Ability to plan and prioritise care for patients
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
7. Ability to work well both within a team and own initiative
Desirable criteria
8. Good time management
9. Good teaching/ supervision skills
10. Clinical assessment skills
11. Clinical audit
12. Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
13. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook. Word Excel, Power Point)
Knowledge
Essential criteria
14. Knowledge of ophthalmic surgical procedures
Desirable criteria
15. Opthalmic Course
Qualifications
Essential criteria
16. NMC Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner
Personal and people development
Essential criteria
17. Evidence of Multidisciplinary team working
18. Evidence of supporting others’ development
Desirable criteria
19. Competent and confident approach to practice
Communication
Essential criteria
20. Excellent communication both and written and oral
21. Excellent interpersonal skills
22. Excellent communication and engagement skills
23. Ability to confidently present complex information in a concise and sensitive manner
Specific Requirements
Essential criteria
24. Flexibility around anti-social working patterns
25. Ability to work flexibly to respond to changing service priorities
26. Sufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations
**Visa Sponsorship Information**
Recent changes to UK immigration policy on the Health and Care Visa and Skilled Worker Visa could mean that this role is not eligible for sponsorship or that you may not meet the eligibility criteria.
Sponsorship can only be offered if this post and any individual offered employment meet all the Home Office’s requirements under the UK Skilled Worker visa scheme.
If you are applying from outside the UK or will require sponsorship, please mention this clearly in your application.
To be eligible for sponsorship, the following conditions must be met:
27. Eligible role: The position must be on the UK Skilled Worker visa list. You can check your eligibility here: -.
28. Salary threshold: The role must meet the minimum salary set by the Home Office. Please note that for roles employed under Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions, the High-Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) is not included when calculating the basic salary for the purposes of sponsorship.
29. Skill level: The role must meet the minimum skill requirement of RQF Level 6 or above (graduate level).
30. English language: Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency at CEFR level B1 or higher.
31. Other criteria: Applicants must meet all other criteria as set out by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)