Join Our Dynamic Team as an Experienced Staff Nurse.

Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Our vibrant Day Case Ophthalmology Unit is seeking passionate and experienced staff nurses to join our exceptional team!

Why Choose Us? 

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team that fosters professional growth and camaraderie.

Skill Development: We believe in empowering our nurses! You'll have the opportunity to enhance your expertise within the exciting field of ophthalmology.

Your Journey with Us:

As part of your role, you'll rotate through the Day Case Unit and Pre-assessment areas, gaining valuable experience in ophthalmic casualty triage, as well as the admission and discharge processes for surgical patients.

What We Offer: 

Continuous Learning: Sharpen your skills through hands-on experience and specialised training.

Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in transforming the lives of our patients by ensuring their comfort and care throughout their surgical journey.

Step into a rewarding career where your skills make a difference! If you’re ready to embrace this exciting opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of something extraordinary.

The post is 21hrs over 2 days. (Mon-Sat)

The hours are 07:30-17:15 and 07:30- 20:30. 

If you are passionate about eye health and looking for a rewarding opportunity in a fast-paced environment then we are inviting you to be part of our multidisciplinary team, where you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of ophthalmic care.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include:

• Managing admissions and discharges for surgical ophthalmic patients
• Conducting thorough pre-assessments to prepare patients for their eye procedures
• Triage of ophthalmic emergencies to ensure timely care 

Our team is a vibrant mix of qualified nurses, technicians, and healthcare assistants, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care across various areas including pre-op, ward, and our bustling ophthalmic casualty service. We currently operate Monday through Saturday, with exciting plans to expand to seven-day service soon – perfect for those wanting to broaden their skills and availability!

As part of your journey with us, you'll have the opportunity to complete an ophthalmic course, enhancing your expertise and advancing your career.

Why Join Us?

You'll receive hands-on support from an experienced team member during your first month, ensuring you develop the confidence and skills needed to thrive.

Ready to make a difference in the world of eye care? Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow and excel in a rewarding field. Apply now and be a part of something special.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester.  Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.  

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse  in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.

The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website:  https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/