Band 5 Ophthalmology Nurse Practitioner (Developmental Post)

CompanyLeeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

LocationLeeds, England, United Kingdom

Posted At3/4/2026

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Description

Are you a skilled nurse looking to advance your career in a nationally recognised Ophthalmology service? We are looking for an Ophthalmology Nurse Practitioner (Band 5 to 6 developmental post) to join our friendly and forward-thinking team.

Our service has been recognised in the NHS 10-year plan for its innovative and collaborative approach, praised for smart use of technology that brings care closer to home, improves access, and reduces NHS costs. A key feature is the COL digital referral system, linking high street opticians with hospital eye services to provide more joined-up and efficient care.

Youll play a central role in our nurse-led emergency triage service, supported by experienced clinicians and comprehensive training. Our nurses also deliver advanced practice including a Botox service for blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm and are supported in specialist imaging for angiograms using fluorescein and indocyanine green.

We are investing in new opportunities for nurse-led innovation, including training in YAG laser capsulotomy and developing a Nurse-Led Corneal Cross-Linking Service, optimising theatre capacity and enhancing patient journeys.

If youre passionate about patient-centred, evidence-based care and want to grow your expertise in a service driving national innovation, wed love to hear from you.

This is a developmental post designed to support the transition from Band 5 to Band 6 Ophthalmology Nurse Practitioner. The successfu

l applicant will begin at Band 5 and undertake a structured training and competency-based development programme. On successful completion of the agreed portfolio of training, experience, and assessments, the post holder will progress to Band 6.

As a Band 5 Ophthalmology Nurse Practitioner (development), you will provide safe, effective, and compassionate care to patients under supervision. You will develop skills in ophthalmic assessment, patient triage, and clinical procedures, gradually increasing your scope of practice and responsibility. You will be supported by senior nurse practitioners, the matron, and the wider multidisciplinary team to develop into an autonomous practitioner.

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

With a strong sense of community, Gloucestershire is an ideal place to build your career while enjoying the great outdoors. With its beautiful countryside, excellent schools and cultural festivals, its a great place to live and work. 2. Professional Development, Education and Training 3. Management and Leadership 4. Research and Development 5. Communications and Working Relationships 6. Improving safety, quality and developing practice 7. General Working Conditions

Clinical Responsibilities/Key Responsibilities

Deliver specialist ophthalmic nursing care, ensuring that the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care is of high standard, encompassing the Trust vision of best care for everyone.

Deliver, demonstrate and supervise safe and appropriate care within a challenging and changing clinical environment, using highly specialised equipment and resources.

Administer medications, within the Procedure for the Ordering, Prescribing, and Administration of Medications (POPAM) guidelines

Perform specific ophthalmic procedures such as intravitreal injections, botulinum toxin administration, fluorescein angiography, and photodynamic therapy

Manage and triage telephone referrals from GPs, Emergency Departments, Minor Injury Units, optometrists, and self-referring patients.

Communicate effectively with patients and colleagues to support assessment, care, and patient education

Facilitate timely referrals to support networks and external services to meet holistic patient needs.

Disseminate contentious and delicate information appropriately and sensitively, ensure patient confidentiality is maintained

Role model high standards of patient care, communication, commitment and organisation for others to follow.

Utilise hospital computer systems, including the intranet, Trak-care and electronic patient records, to access and update patient information, while maintaining clear and accurate written records relevant to nursing practice

Work collaboratively and cohesively with the multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of patients and their families and provide high standards of care.

Take a key role in the implementation of any clinical initiative or introduction of new equipment.

Work continuously to promote and support clinical training, education and development of other staff.

Actively support all agreed quality improvements within Ophthalmology services and link with other teams and services as appropriate within and outside of Trust.

In conjunction with the senior ophthalmology nurse practitioner, identify personal training and development needs through the Trust appraisal process

Maintain and continually develop knowledge, competence and skills required to perform the role effectively

Undertake all mandatory training appropriate to role

Actively participate in and contribute to departmental education and training programmes.

Develop the skills to supervise, mentor, support and educate less experienced and non-registered staff in the clinical practice setting

Comply with Trust and Departmental policies and procedures e.g. Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), Manual Handling, clinical equipment competency, risk management, Data Protection Acts and patient confidentiality at all times. This will include demonstrating compliance with the terms of all safeguarding policies and processes relevant to the safeguarding of adults and children in the care of GHNHSFT and to undergo regular mandatory training concerned with safeguarding matters

Report personal sickness to the Department manager following the correct procedure

Report near misses and untoward incidents, complaints, clinical emergencies, injury or medicine administration errors as detailed in the departmental and Trust protocols. Assist lead staff in investigating incidents as required

Manage any patient, relative or staff complaints in line with the Trust complaints procedure

Take responsibility for the health and safety of patients, relatives and staff and contribute towards clinical and environmental risk assessments and risk reduction practices

Support the development of a highly skilled, motivated and engaged workforce which continually strives to improve patient, relative and staff experience

Demonstrate a positive and pro-active approach to the on-going support and development of registered nurses and other staff members

Role model high standards of patient care, communication, commitment and organisation for others to follow

Support a shared leadership model, enabling and empowering others, of all grades, to take the lead with various initiatives within Head and Neck services and the wider Trust whilst clearly demonstrating the Trust leadership values and behaviors

Actively support and contribute to quality improvement initiatives within Ophthalmology services, liaising with internal teams and external services as appropriate

Participate fully in multidisciplinary meetings, acting as a patient advocate and providing expert clinical nurse specialist input

Collaborate with local, network and national colleagues as appropriate to maintain shared best practice within Ophthalmology

Work in a manner that makes best use of available resources and aim to reduce unnecessary waste from a financial and environmental perspective

Work in a manner that promotes any audits or research taking place within Ophthalmology services or the wider Trust as appropriate

Promote and demonstrate the use of evidence-based practice and related policy, procedure and guidelines

Demonstrate an ability to work cohesively with all members of the Ophthalmology specialty

Communicate with colleagues, patients and their relatives with sensitivity and empathy

Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients and their families, ensuring clarity and compassion even in challenging clinical situations

Take initiative and demonstrate a progressive, creative and forward-thinking approach

Act as a good role model for others to follow to include personal appearance and adherence to Trust uniform policy

Work in a manner to promote the Trust values and core objectives

Work within the Nursing and Midwifery Council code at all times

Maintain own professional development, mandatory training and Nursing and Midwifery Council revalidation requirements

Always seek advice and support when required and encourage others to do the same

Contribute to the Clinical Governance and Quality agenda by active participation in service initiatives, health and safety and risk management

Develop and share own knowledge with other members of the wider team both locally and nationally

Identify own development needs, aligning these to service requirements and personal aspirations. Proactively develop and improve own practice using all available resources

Work collaboratively with colleagues undertaking audit and research projects, supporting recommendations for changes in clinical practice and contributing to the implementation of agreed improvements.

Understand and contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of standard operational procedures, policies, protocols and guidelines relevant to the defined service

Openly question and challenge strategic and operational practice in a constructive way so that standards of patient care are continually evaluated and improved

Comply with Trust and departmental policies and procedures e.g. Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), Manual Handling, risk management, Data Protection Acts and patient confidentiality at all times

Required to utilise recognised manual handling techniques and guidelines

Will be expected to frequently manoeuvre patients / objects over 15 kg using appropriate aids

Will have exposure to and will be required to follow policies and procedures pertaining to, infestations, bodily fluids, infection control and substances hazardous to health.

Will have regular exposure to distressing and emotionally demanding situations involving staff, patients and relatives

Will have regular exposure to patients displaying verbal and physical abuse

Will be required to concentrate for long periods of time

Will manage and triage telephone referrals, often dealing with complex or urgent patient concerns and handling complaints from patients or other healthcare professionals in a calm, professional, and solution-focused manner.

Will experience frequent exposure to distressing, emotionally challenging situations involving patients, relatives, and staff, while maintaining professionalism and compassion.

May encounter patients displaying verbal or physical aggression, requiring the use of effective de-escalation and risk management strategies.

Will be required to maintain prolonged concentration while performing intricate ophthalmic procedures, clinical assessments, documentation, and telephone consultations.

There will be an on-going requirement to maintain excellent standards of care whilst working under pressure in an ever-changing and challenging environment

Ensure a smart, professional image that enhances the public perception of the Trust and the professionalism of its staff

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