Job Description

Torbay Hospital has an exciting opportunity to recruit a registered nurse with an interest in Ophthalmology to support our now open new , and existing dedicated eye theatres.



We are recruiting now to increase our existing team and are passionate to facilitate opportunities to support all staff in becoming fully trained, competent and confident for the role.



We are looking an individual who has interested in working with patients who have sight related problems, who may or may not have experience in this field. Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases of the eye and visual system.



This role involves working in the cataract clinics, pre assessment for surgery, diagnostic tests, and working on our admission and discharge ward area for surgical patients



Our staff are committed to providing high standards of individualised care for the people who use our services, whilst maintaining their privacy and dignity at all times.

Please note: Interviews to be held on 11th July 2025



Act with professionalism and integrity - being a role model for those around you, ensuring that everyone has equal opportunity



Find solutions to problems and be able to demonstrate a positive approach to new challenges, encouraging others to do the same



Understand what people need and be adaptable and responsive to provide a service which is tailored to meet the needs of every individual



Help to create an environment where differences are valued, encouraged and supported



To provide a high-quality, person-centred service which complies with relevant legislation and standards



Be honest and learn from mistakes. Help to create a 'no blame' culture where people feel able to share and learn from experiences, together



Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating effective communication.



Work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, both within, and outside the department



Be mindful of how your role impacts the wider organisation and the people we serve



Build rapport and trust with those you work with, ensuring that people are supported to be as well as they can be



Actively listen, showing empathy when needed



Be curious and creative about new ideas and possibilities - identify what works well and do more of it



Help to develop and foster a learning environment where feedback is welcomed and valued



Be able to work with autonomy and be accountable for your actions. Make decisions which are best for the service without seeking permission unless necessary



Having a career that is personally rewarding is great. Joining Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust can provide you with a job that provides personal fulfilment, job security and flexibility. Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases of the eye and visual system. The eye, its surrounding structures and the visual system can be affected by a number of clinical conditions.



Eye health services are becoming more and more important as the UK population ages. An ageing population means there are more and more incidences of age-related diseases of the eye, such as age-related macular degeneration. These eye diseases can be successfully treated if caught early, and can be managed effectively with existing treatments and medicines.



The successful candidate will be joining a dynamic, multidiscipline team working together to achieve the best outcome for our patients. This role presents the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others by providing care in their time of need.



This role sits within the Eye Surgery Unit and consists of working within the preoperative assessment of ophthalmic surgical patients including Biometry and other preoperative diagnostics and working on our admission and discharge ward area looking after theatre patients pre and post operatively.



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Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification .



To liaise and communicate effectively with all parts of the multidisciplinary team to co-ordinate person-centred care



To liaise and communicate effectively with all service users and relatives



To ensure a cohesive working environment and effective team work in all assignments



To liaise with the multidisciplinary team, coordinating patient care, communicating with relatives ensuring they have adequate information at all times



To liaise with other departments ensuring information regarding the patient is given appropriately



Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills to effectively assess, plan, deliver and evaluate individualised care plans



Be responsive to change and able to work in an environment which has constant interruptions



Act with integrity and professionalism, ensuring that you are demonstrating responsible behaviours at all times, in accordance with our Trust values



Be accountable for your actions and learn from mistakes. Be honest and share experiences, encouraging learning in others



Supporting the wider team during peak activity or during absences



To ensure high standards of care in accordance with agreed policies and procedures



To administer prescribed medication effectively and safely according to Trust requirements and in line with the NMC guidelines



All staff have a responsibility to ensure that the needs of the service are met in a timely and efficient manner



Encourage and welcome feedback to ensure that we as individuals, and as a collective team, learn and continually improve



To be aware of all Trust policies and procedures



There is no direct supervision responsibility within this role however you may be asked to support other members of the team, acting as a role model at all times



On occasions take charge of an area in the absence of more senior staff



Work flexibly to ensure the department collectively achieves its goals. Work with colleagues, seeking or offering support as required



To be responsible for own personal and professional development; attending study days/courses as appropriate



Attend mandatory training is kept up-to-date and develop and maintain own knowledge and skills



Actively contribute to reviews with your line manager, including supervision and achievement reviews. Be able to ask for support as required



To keep up to date with nursing developments and research, incorporating into nursing practice where appropriate



To be accountable for own actions



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