Part Time Nurse (No Ophthalmology Experience ) / Private Eye Hospital

Daytime Healthcare have an exciting opportunity for a Part Time Registered Nurse to join a National Private Hospital Group in their Private Eye Hospital in Maidstone, Kent. Part Time Ward Nurse Job Role: Be responsible for participating in all aspects of the Ophthalmic service at the clinic, including surgery. Provide excellent care to all patients, with specific responsibility for diagnostic testing, pre-operative assessment, peri-operative and post-operative care in the surgical and refractive suite of the hospital, and assisting with minor operations. Key Responsibilities: * Use clinical judgement and analytical skills to pro-actively identify potential problems during the patients’ clinical pathway that require Consultant / Surgeon input. * Work with Consultants supporting them and delivering excellent care to patients during their clinical pathway. * Provide pre and post-operative instructions to patients/carers through effective communication as part of the clinical competency framework and holistic care of patients. * Provide clinical advice for patients, within level of competency. * Administer drugs and treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines for the Standards for Medicines Management 2008. * Maintain an awareness of the need to deliver care in a manner which demonstrates dignity and respect, this includes the provision of an appropriate level of privacy at all times. * Ensure effective communication is maintained with patients, relatives, carers, visitors, staff and others. * Provide initial emergency care within level of competency and training. * Help to control and minimise the risk of cross infection by following the organisations’ Uniform Policy, and all procedures, policies and guidelines for the maintenance of a clean working environment, including decontamination and sterilisation of equipment. * Assist with the organisation of notes and hospital lists to ensure safe and smooth running of hospital schedules. * Ensure that all clinical documentation is completed legibly and comprehensively to agreed organisational and NMC standards and guidelines. * Observe patient confidentiality at all times, in accordance with the Data Protection Act (1998), Caldicott principles (2013-updated) and the organisational standards for Information governance. Who are we looking for? * Registered General Nurse * Current NMC registration (No restrictions or cautions on practice) * Minimum one year post qualification nursing experience * Previous experience in Surgical Wards, Theatre, General surgery or Outpatients (Ophthalmology experience not required) Benefits: * Pension contributions * 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (Pro rata annual leave for part time hours) * Private Healthcare * Free laser eye treatment for you and 20% discount for friends and family * Learning and development which supports you to be the best you can be and progress on your career path. Apply Today To Secure A Quick Interview