UK & Ireland’s number one provider of laser eye surgery and private lens surgery based at Reading is in need of Theatre Nurse Reference ID: 4994 Day Shifts Full Time Part Time

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a Theatre Nurse to work in an amazing surgery based in the Reading, Berkshire area. As a Nurse you will be working for one of UK’s leading laser eye surgery specialists

This is one of UK and Ireland’s number one provider of laser eye surgery and private lens surgery

**To be considered for this you must be qualified as a Registered Nurse with a valid NMC Pin or qualified as an ODP with a HCPC registration**

As a Theatre Nurse your key duties include:

·         Supporting the surgery manager and assisting with infection control audits

·         Ensuring that all patients proceeding to surgery have had the opportunity to understand the potential risks and benefits of treatment

·         Playing a leading role in ensuring all Patient Journeys are completed with the utmost care, empathy and service that excels all Patient expectations

·         To work within the team to ensure that ‘file preparation’ prior to the treatment day is carried out in order to minimise potential complications, cancellations/ postponement by being able to recognise patient suitability

·         Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team in order to ensure outstanding issues are addressed prior to surgery

·         Patients are discharged from surgery with the appropriate prescribed medication and advice, including emergency contact numbers and follow up care has been arranged

The following skills and experience would be preferred a beneficial for the role:

·         Excellent communication and presentation skills

·         Caring manner, Patient attentiveness and professionalism paramount with all of our Patient interactions

·         Ability to absorb and convey highly technical information

·         Adaptable with a flexible approach to work

·         Excellent time management skills

·         Strong organisational skills attention to detail with the ability to prioritise tasks

·         Demonstrate confidentiality, integrity and discretion

·         A passion or interest for optical healthcare/refractive surgery

The successful Nurse will receive an excellent salary £35,000 – £40,000 per annum. This exciting position is a Full Time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

·         Generous holidays

·         Company Pension

·         No night shifts or on-call

·         Free laser eye surgery if suitable (after 12 months service)

·         Modern working environment

·         Discounts on products including lenses and frames

·         Professional fees paid

·         Company indemnity insurance

·         Cycle to work scheme

·         Partner company discounts

·         In addition, company offers a variety of role-specific rewards, incentives and benefits

Reference ID: 4994