Nicholas Howard are delighted to be recruiting for a Cosmetic Oculoplastic Practice Nurse.

The successful candidate will provide specialist nursing care, support and education for patients undergoing oculoplastic and cosmetic surgical procedures. The post holder will work to support all aspects of the patient journey, from initial consultation through recovery and follow-up. The role combines advanced clinical responsibilities with patient advocacy, continuity of care, service development, and social media engagement to promote the practice and activity at the Hospital.

Responsibilities:

Professional

• To work closely with all OPD staff, Ward Managers, Pre-assessment, Duty Managers and Specialist Nurses to support them in delivering a high quality care for the designated patient cohort.
• To make decisions based upon knowledge and experience and be accountable for those decisions.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to NMC and hospital codes of conduct.
• Document care accurately and in accordance with hospital policies.
• Participate in appraisal, professional development, and mandatory training.
• To maintain own professional registration.
• To ensure all required competencies are completed for job roles and responsibilities and this can be evidenced.

Clinical

• To assist in the planning and delivery of safe, individualised, effective, evidence based care.
• To ensure the provision of a welcoming, caring and safe environment for patients and their families.
• Licensed & competent to remove sutures, administer injections, and undertake wound care within personal competencies .
• Provide patient education and counselling before and after surgery, ensuring informed decision-making.
• Guide patients through recovery, acting as a key contact for questions and reassurance, including postoperative calls and follow-up.
• Attend theatres and pre-operative wards to provide continuity and a familiar presence for patients.
• Assist with minor surgical procedures in clinic and minor procedure room.
• Develop competence in slit lamp use.
• Maintain stock of consumables and drugs required for oculoplastic practice within Outpatient setting to ensure all consumables are available when required.
• To chaperone with procedures and assist nursing colleagues where required.
• To undertake risk assessments in accordance with Hospital policies, procedures and standards and national regulations.

Patient Pathway & Experience

• Ensure patients are provided with clear written and verbal information throughout their journey.
• Support patients in considering all their options in terms of proposed procedures.
• Provide follow-up contact and support postoperatively.

Educational & Developmental

• Attend relevant courses in cosmetic and surgical nursing where appropriate.
• Keep knowledge up to date in oculoplastic and cosmetic care.
• Share knowledge with the wider nursing team.
• To ensure all mandatory training is up to date at all times
• To participate in personal development planning and training as appropriate or deemed as a requirement for the role.

Should you wish to be considered for this position, please apply below.