Senior Staff Nurse Full Time NEW

YOU MAKE US MOREJoin Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAt Moorfields, people’s sight matters—and so do the people who make it possible.For over 200 years, Moorfields has been at the forefront of ophthalmic care, research, and education. With more than 2,300 dedicated team members and over 700,000 patients seen annually across our City Road site and 22 networked sites, we are proud to be a global centre of excellence.We’re also a vibrant community where kindness, equity and excellence shape every aspect of our work. Whether it’s pioneering research through our partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre or training the next generation of global eye care leaders, we’re united by one mission—delivering world-class eye health, sustainably and at scale.And we’re just getting started.From 2027, we’ll move to our brand-new Oriel site in St Pancras, Camden—a state-of-the-art centre that will unite eye care, research, and education under one roof. This groundbreaking facility, developed in partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Charity, will enable transformative innovation and collaboration like never before.Could you be part of this future? Make us more.Job OverviewThe post holder will assist with the delivery of the ophthalmic services at Moorfields based in Bedford Hospital South Wing. The post holder will facilitate the provision of excellent nursing care and work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team. They will assist in ensuring the effective running of the service which consists of out-patients and day care treatments whilst ensuring the safety and wellbeing of patients and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles.Main duties of the job To help ensure that the learning environment and specialist training is provided for the benefit of all staff and that evidence based practice is incorporated and utilised in the teaching environment. To act as an advisor to junior staff. Support and participate in education and training programmes and assist in developing training programmes as required. To assist the Nurse Manager, Matron and Sister/Charge Nurse in developing a culture that is challenging, stimulating, rewarding and supportive. To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with PREP requirements and to maintain a professional profile. To assist in undertaking annual appraisals for staff and ensure own appraisal and PDP is current. Promote and participate in nursing research updating own knowledge to promote excellence in clinical practice. To work with the Practice Development Team in the development and implementing of evidence-based practice. To assist in the development and implementation of nursing practice guidelines, standards and policies. Participate and contribute to audit and research within the speciality in collaboration with colleagues. Provide support mechanisms for sharing good practice within the department and Trust wide.Working for our organisationWhat’s in it for You?At Moorfields, we invest in you—your growth, your wellbeing, your future.You’ll Join a Flexible, Supportive Organisation Offering Competitive salary Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme 24/7 independent counselling support Career-long learning and development opportunities Excellent transport connections Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes Free Pilates classes Full support and training to develop your skillsAnd so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesPlease see JD attached . However, please do not hesitate to contact me on the number above if you have any questions regarding this role.Person specificationNMC registrationEssential criteriaNMC registered adult nurseRelevant clinical post-registration Ophthalmic qualification/extensive ophthalmic experienceDesirable criteriaGood computer /IT skillsOphthalmic experienceEssential criteriaMinimum of 1 year of ophthalmic experienceDesirable criteriaWorking towards professional ophthalmic qualificationTeam player with good communication skillsEssential criteriaTeam player with good communication skillsDue to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts, so please consider this before applying.Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under-represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond.Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at moorfields.recruitment@nhs.net.https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-usEmployer certification / accreditation badgesApplicant requirementsYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.Documents to downloadBand 6 JD (PDF, 656.5KB)MEH Staff Benefits (PDF, 919.1KB)MEH Privacy Notice (PDF, 138.0KB)Apply online nowFurther details / informal visits contactName Satwinder Barm Job title Sister Email address s.barm@nhs.net Telephone number 01234355122