Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Bexhill-On-Sea, TN40 2DZView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
3 November 2026
11 days leftJob description
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Specialist Ophthalmology team in the Dowling Retinal Suite. Our unit pro...
The successful candidate will contribute to the smooth running of our retinal clinics and ensure high standards of care. Key responsibilities include:
Clinical Assessments
- Measuring and recording visual acuity (VA).
- Performing Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scans and capturing retinal images.
- Checking intraocular pressure (IOP) accurately and safely.
FFA Service Support
- Assisting with Fundus Fluorescein Angiography procedures, including patient preparation and monitoring during the test.
- Ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the procedure.
Clinic Support
- Coordinating patient flow to maintain efficient clinic operations.
- Providing reassurance and clear communication to patients.
- Preparing patients for intravitreal injections in line with infection control and safety protocols.
- Supporting Non-Medical Injectors during procedures.
- Maintaining a calm and professional environment to ensure patient comfort and safety.
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact recruitment department.
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Qualifications
Essential: - Evidence of diploma level / degree level study; - Registered General Nurse on the NMC register; - Evidence of continual professional development
Desirable: - ENB 988 or Mentorship Level 3; - Ophthalmic Degree
Experience
Essential
- Generic pre-registration experience in a care environment
- Previous experience of working in the NHS or similar organisation
- Able to undertake further training
- Knowledge of quality, audit and research
Desirable: - Experience of Ophthalmology and/or theatre experience
Skills
Essential: - Effective interpersonal/ communication skills.
Desirable: - IT skills, ECDL qualification
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
21 October 2026
Last checked
21 October 2026
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