Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner | Royal NHS Trust

Job Responsibilities

• To provide high quality nursing care and participate in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the care needs for the patient group; must be able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of adult and paediatric patients as this is an emergency environment.
• To work across both the ED and the Eye Referral Unit (ERU) which form A34.
• To deliver compassionate person‑centred care and treat patients, service users, their families and their carers with consideration, dignity and the respect you would want for yourself or your family.
• To provide relevant forms of investigations and care with guidance from the Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioners (ONP) and Emergency Department (ED) Clinicians.
• To participate in the supervision, teaching and assessment of unregistered, junior staff and students.
• To play an active part in the continuing development of the department and contribute to the maintenance of an environment conducive to the delivery of high standards of patient care, by promoting good communication and relationships between staff, patients, relatives and visitors.
• ONPS to assess and triage patients presenting with eye emergencies, determining the urgency of care required.
• Management of common eye conditions under established protocols.
• Providing education on eye health, preventative measures, and treatment plans to empower patients in managing their conditions.
• Referral and Coordination:
  Coordinating care by referring patients to ophthalmologists or specialists when necessary.
• Ensure safe and effective clinical practice.
• Practice within the NMC Standards of Practice and Behaviour for Nurses and Midwives.
• Participate in the assessment of patient care needs, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care in accordance with the agreed policies and procedures of The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust.
• Administer prescribed medication and treatment in a timely manner, in accordance with Trust policies and Professional guidelines.
• Take responsibility for groups of patients as required, with minimal supervision from senior staff.
• Deliver evidence‑based care, and promote the use of evidence‑based practice, referring to Nursing Clinical Practices accordingly.
• Liaise effectively with the multi‑disciplinary team to ensure timely delivery of care and develop good working relationships.
• Practise within an ethical framework based upon respect for the well‑being and safety of patients and clients.
• Maintain accurate and legible records of care and other documentation in accordance with Trust and professional standards.
• Take personal responsibility for actions and omissions and recognise personal accountability.
• Report on treatment, care, and any concerns, promptly and effectively to senior staff to maintain effective communication channels.
• Report incidents and near misses promptly and appropriately and take effective action to minimise future risk.
• Practice in such a way that ensures efficient and effective use of resources.
• Critically appraise and synthesise the outcomes of relevant research, evaluations and audits and apply the information when seeking to improve practice.
• Enhance the patient′s experience.
• Communicate effectively with patients and relatives to promote patient/carer involvement, so that they can make informed choices and understand their treatment and planned care.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors ensuring compliance with legislation, policies and protocols including health and safety, healthcare associated infection prevention, clinical governance, including risk management and critical incident reporting and root cause analysis.
• Always act as a positive health educator and enable people to maintain the maximum level of independence, choice and control.
• Work within defined boundaries of practice.
• Ensure that everyone within the sphere of care is treated with dignity and humanity, understanding individual needs, showing compassion and sensitivity, and provide care in a way that respects all people equally. Assist people to maintain confidence and a positive self-esteem.
• Manage and develop the performance of the team and self.
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