Job Description

The A&E Department of the Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre (BMEC) has a full time vacancy for a Staff Nurse. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who would like to work in this busy and fast paced environment. A keen interest in ophthalmology is essential, previous experience is not essential as training will be provided. Shift patterns include a combination of Early and Late 5 days a week or Long Days 3 days a week, but no Night Shifts.



As the Ophthalmic Staff Nurse you will be responsible for



Clear documentation of patients' current and past ophthalmic history and other assessment information



Obtain visual acuity on adults and children using various vision testing charts



Administration of medication (oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, intravenous, subconjunctival and topical)



Eye irrigation



Vital signs, blood glucose monitoring and measurement of intraocular pressures



Application of eye pad and cartella (eye shield)



Support senior staff/colleagues, clinicians and other members of the multidisciplinary team



Manage a cohort of patient in the Urgent Care Clinics



Participate in internal meetings and contribute to the betterment of the department



Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.



We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.



Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.



Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.



We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.



For further details about this post please see attached the full and Person Specification*