Ophthalmic Staff Nurse
Closing date: 11 June 2026.
Location: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Deliver patient centred care to Ophthalmic patients in the Outpatients Department.
Assess, plan and implement patient care seeking guidance when appropriate and utilising OPD systems.
Provide effective health education to patients and relatives.
Achieve the highest possible standard of care delivery in accordance with the Trust’s Strategy for Nursing and Midwifery.
Promotes best clinical and professional practice.
Promotes the health and well-being of patients.
Maintains effective communication with people about routine and daily activities.
Delivers evidence-based nursing care.
Ensures efficient use of resources.
Be an effective link worker.
Provide an environment conducive to learning by continually developing own and others ophthalmic skills.
Main duties of the job
This role involves a range of responsibilities across clinical, operational, communication, and leadership areas, specifically in ophthalmic nursing. Key duties include assessing, planning, and evaluating nursing care, interpreting patient data, and responding to changes in patient conditions. The role demands excellent communication skills, the ability to prioritise care, and the capacity to work independently and under pressure.
Clinical responsibilities include performing specialised ophthalmic assessments, administering treatments, managing emergency situations, and maintaining infection control. The nurse will also be responsible for patient education, ensuring patients and carers understand care plans.
Operationally, the nurse will manage time, assist with patient admissions and discharges, and ensure the smooth functioning of the department. This includes managing stock and resources, participating in safety protocols, and handling incidents.
The position requires a commitment to learning and development, with an emphasis on attending training and engaging in team‑building initiatives. The trust values patient‑centered care, equality, and continuous improvement, empowering staff to drive quality changes. Nurses are expected to uphold values such as compassion, teamwork, and respect while contributing to a culture of inclusion and diversity.
Eligibility and Sponsorship
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered.
If you do not meet the sponsorship requirements, and you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently directly hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
Qualifications / Experience
- Registered Nurse
- Degree level qualification relevant to role
- Significant experience of working in Ophthalmology
- Evidence of strong team working experience
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- ENB 988 or Mentorship level 3
- IV Cannulation and Venepuncture Certificate
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
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