Ward Manager

Ward Manager

Job description

Job overview

Due to internal promotion , an exciting opportunity for an experienced Ophthalmology Nurse, with substantial experience and also with an interest in Medical Retina, to join our Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner team at Southlands.

Our department is very dynamic, and progressive, where no two days are the same, making it an exciting environment to work in.

We also offer exciting and innovative training which should pique the interest of any budding ONP.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Ophthalmology Nurse, with substantial experience and also with an interest in Medical Retina, to join our Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner(ONP)team at Southlands.

Our department is very dynamic,





and progressive, where no two days are the same, making it an exciting environment to work in.

We also offer exciting and innovative training which should pique the interest of any budding ONP.

You will not only be expected to train and work as part of our Non-Medical Injector team for the treatment of Medical Retina issues, you will also be expected to work across the following

Ophthalmology Outpatient Clinic, Ophthalmology Pre-Op assessment and Ophthalmology Day Surgery as well as other areas of the department that are required, from time to time.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.

We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2)





and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs.

This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be.

From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop.





We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Ophthalmology Nurse, with substantial experience and also with an interest in Medical Retina, to join our Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner(ONP) at Southlands.

Our department is very dynamic, and progressive, where no two days are the same, making it an exciting environment to work in.

We also offer exciting and innovative training which should pique the interest of any budding ONP.







You will not only be expected to train and work as part of our Non-Medical Injector team for the treatment of Medical Retina issues, you will also be expected to work across the following

Ophthalmology Outpatient Clinic, Ophthalmology Pre-Op assessment and Ophthalmology Day Surgery as well as other areas of the department that are required, from time to time.

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria

Substantial Ophthalmology Experience

Desirable criteria

Ophthalmic Qualification

Knowledge

Essential criteria

Knowledge of Medical retina and the services included

Desirable criteria

worked within a MR service in an Large Trust

Skills

Essential criteria

Is able to perform subcutaneous and IM injections independently

Desirable criteria

Trained Non-Medical Injector

Equality,





Diversity and Inclusion

Essential criteria

- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

Important information for applicants

Flexible Working : If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting / line manager.

DBS Checks : As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check .

We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa :





Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria.

For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.

Closing adverts early : Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications