Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our specialist ophthalmology team at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust. You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary, professional team to assess care needs, and develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care. 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.Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases of the eye and visual system. Eye health services are becoming more and more important as the UK population ages. An ageing population means there are more incidences of age-related eye diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration, which can be treated effectively when caught early and managed with existing treatments and medicines.The successful candidate will be joining a dynamic, multidisciplinary team working together to achieve the best outcome for our patients and will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others by providing care in their time of need.Responsibilities

Act with professionalism and integrity - be a role model for colleagues and ensure equal opportunities.Find solutions to problems with a positive approach to new challenges and encourage others to do the same.Understand patient needs and provide a service that is adaptable and tailored to individuals.Help create an environment where differences are valued, encouraged and supported.Provide a high-quality, person-centred service that complies with relevant legislation and standards.Be honest, learn from mistakes, and contribute to a no-blame culture where experiences are shared and learned from.Work as part of a multidisciplinary team with effective communication.Collaborate with colleagues at all levels 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 colleagues to support people to be as well as they can be.Actively listen and show empathy when needed.Be curious and creative about new ideas and possibilities, identify what works well and do more of it.Additional information

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