Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology

Visual assessment, ophthalmic investigations, treatment and triage ofpatients attending the department . Preparation of patients undergoing ophthalmic investigations, including requesting of relevant investigations, surgical procedures. To run and organise clinic and toassist in ophthalmic surgical procedures. Participates in maintaining a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for all patients and carers and maintain agreed standards of nursing care. Maintain nursing records in accordance with the NMC and Trust guidelines. Maintain and improve quality of patient care through contribution to the development of Essence of Care and clinical benchmarking within the unit. Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients.Providing information and support to patients/carers, and ensuring allthose involved in the care are aware of changes in the patients condition.Assist in the safe custody, checking and administration of drugs.To undertake expanded practice, under supervision, in order to optimisepatient care and in accordance with ward/department and Trust policies. Involve patients and carers in the planning and delivery of care. Ensure effective lines of communication within the department.Assisting the department manager in identifying required resources toenable nursing staff to provide agreed standards of patient care. Collaborates with other professional groups to ensure safe and effectivecare is made available on the department. Works in line with and promotes government and hospital strategies,ensuring nursing staff meet their responsibilities and are working to theaims and objectives of the organisation.