Charge Nurse - Ophthalmology Outpatients

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.

A fantastic opportunity has a risen for an enthusiastic experienced Registered Nurse working within the Ophthalmo logy Outpatients/Day ward area in Inverclyde Royal Hospital .

The successful candidate will be expected to work as part of the Ophthalmology team, deputising in the absence of the SCN, supervising and supporting an experienced team of RN's and HCSW's. You will have the responsibility of the assessment delivery and supervision of all care needs within the outpatient/Day Ward setting . You will be re quired 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 leader with evidence that you have the skills to manage a successful team, have excellent communication and sound decision making skills with evidence of ongoing professional development.

Experience with in the specialty is essential. If you have the desired skills and motivations to successfully fulfil this position, we will welcome your application.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post. Experience with in the speciality is essential.

• Location based Inverclyde Royal Hospital
• Permanent Contract
• Full-time position (36 hours per week)
• Shift pattern for this post are Monday to Friday

• Be responsible for the 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.
• Participate in development and leading of Nurse Led clinics.
• Competently perform the necessary technical/invasive/physical aspects of care for this defined patient group
• Demonstrate competency in professional skills and expand those skills to meet patient need.
• Establish, maintain and develop effective communication with all disciplines, patients and relatives to ensure the appropriate information is shared and patient needs are met.
• 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 Clyde Health & Safety Executive (HSE) Legislation, Policy, Guidelines and Procedures.
• Ensure completion of clinical appraisals for pre and post registration nurses
• Assist the Senior Charge Nurse to lead, motivate and retain the nursing team, enabling educational needs of nurses to be met reflecting service requirements and developments within the department.
• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.

• Registered Nurses on the NMC Register (Part 1 & 12) with a minimum of 3 years post registration experience.
• Demonstrable experience in Ophthalmology
• Relevant managerial and clinical skills
• Evidence of continued professional development in Ophthalmology
• Educated to, or working towards degree level or equivalent level of experience
• Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description

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

For an informal discussion, please contact:
Senior Charge Nurse, Debbie Hempseed, debbie.hempseedt,

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