Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Band 5 NMC Registered Nurse within the Ophthalmology outpatient department in Gartnavel General Hospital. The successful candidate will be expected to work as part of the Ophthalmology team, of experienced RN’s and HCSW’s. You will have the responsibility of the assessment delivery and supervision of all care needs within outpatient setting. You will be required to work within a busy clinical area, working collaboratively with both nursing and medical teams. You will be expected to deliver a high standard of evidence-based care utilising your clinical skills to assess patient’s needs, implement and evaluate care. You are required to be flexible, forward thinking and able to work effectively within a changing and dynamic environment. You will be an effective ream member with excellent communication and sound decision-making skills with evidence of ongoing professional development.

Experience/interest within the specialty is essential. If you have the desired skills and motivation to successfully fulfil this position, we will welcome your application.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Location based in Gartnavel General Hospital
• Permanent Contract
• Full-time position (36 hours per week)
• Shift pattern for this post are dayshift - Monday - Saturday
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Provide assessment of patient needs, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, which are evidence based. Utilising all available resources taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background and ensure involvement with the patient, family, carers and significant others.
• Maintain patient records in line with NMC guidelines for records and record keeping
• Practice within the legal & Ethical framework as established by Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) and National Legislation to ensure patient interests and well-being are met.
• Work within the National Health Service (NHS), NHS Greater Glasgow and Health & Safety Executive (HSE) Legislation, Policy, Guidelines and Procedures.
• Empower patients to take responsibility for their health, well-being and future lifestyle by practising in an open transparent and inclusive manner thereby ensuring patients have the relevant information to participate in decisions about their care.
• Ensure completion of clinical appraisals for pre and post registration nurses.
• Demonstrate own professional development.
• Identify research/clinical audit priorities in conjunction with relevant professional groups.
• Lead the development of the research/clinical audit plan for the ward/department.
• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.
  
  

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• First Level Registered Nurse
• Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description
• Ophthalmology experience desirable
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
  
  

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Fiona Wallace, SCN, On 0141 211 0178/1033 or email [email protected]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

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