Senior Staff Nurse

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Moorfields - A global leader in Ophthalmology
We are Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Founded in 1804, Moorfields Eye Hospital is a world-class centre of excellence for eye health services, ophthalmic research, and education.
With more than 2,300 staff we are proud to be supported by one of the most diverse workforces in the NHS. Every year we treat more than 700,000 patients at City Road in central London and at our 22 satellites sites, and, in partnership with the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre we lead one of the most impactful ophthalmic research programmes in the world.
We train many of the leading eye care clinicians in the UK and internationally and have a global reputation for quality and professionalism in ophthalmic care. In addition, we also operate commercial divisions that provide care to private patients in both London and the Middle East.
This is an exciting time to join Moorfields. The pandemic fast-tracked a huge amount of innovation which is changing the way we work and deliver care. Construction is under way on Oriel, our new eye care, research, and education centre being built in Camden. The new centre will be flexible and modern, enabling us to bring together healthcare, eye research and education under one roof for the first time.
If you want to be part delivering world class eye health services and you share our values: excellence, equity, and kindness, then we would love to hear from you!
Job overview
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning and provision of specialist general and ophthalmic nursing advice and carries out specialist nursing procedures. The post holder will provide clinical and managerial leadership to junior staff, students and may undertake research, lead clinical audits in designated areas. He or she will assist the Ward Manager in ensuring the effective running of the unit and other associated areas and diagnostic hubs at Purley site, Parkway, New Addington and Croydon Vision. Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of patients and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person-centred care principles. The post holder will be expected to implement the "Perfect Ward and other auditsin the unit and to ensure its compliance. He or she will deputise in the absence of the Sister / Charge Nurse. The post holder will lead on the effective management of clinical nursing aspect within Day care. The post holder will continue to develop and undertake a range of delegated tasks, identified through service needs appropriate to the role.
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Independently manage a group of patients within the ophthalmic speciality whilst working as part of the multidisciplinary team, delivering individualised and personalised direct care
Assist the ward manager in the effective running of the ward in accordance with Trust and local policies and procedures.
Responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication.
Act as an advocate for patients within the department, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines.
Ensure staffs take precautions to minimise the risk of cross infection in relation to the safe disposal of body fluids (including blood).
Intravitreal nurse injector role: the post holder will be expected to have been trained and competent to be able to perform as a nurse injector. The candidate is at least working on or finishing his / her IVT training to be consider for this dual role.
Working for our organisation
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
Free 24/7 independent counselling service
Learning and development opportunities
Easy and quick transport links
A range of attractive benefits and discounts
Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
Free Pilates classes
Full support and training to develop your skills
Flexible working friendly organisation
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Ensure that the learning environment and specialist training is appropriate for both pre and post registration learners and participate in the development of appropriate programmes.
Regularly act as the nurse in charge of the ward.
Participate in the staff recruitment process as and when required. To deputise for the Ward Manager as and when required.
Support and participate in education and training programmes and develop training programmes as required.
To assist the Ward Manager in developing a culture that is challenging, stimulating, rewarding and supportive.
Assess the need for, plan and implement suitable staff development programmes for the nursing staff within the clinical area to ensure the effective care of all patients.
Assist the Ward Manager nurse to ensure that all students and newly appointed staff have identified mentors/preceptors.
To act as a mentor/assessor to unqualified staff and to provide education, advice and support to a team of nurses.
Contribute and assist the Ward Manager to foster a learning environment within the clinical area.
To participate in education on a national and international level by attending, presenting at, and/or assisting in the coordination of study days/seminars/conferences etc
Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references.
Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under-represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond.
Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at
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