Band 5 staff nurse (Ophthalmology)

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Band 5 staff nurse (Ophthalmology) The closing date is 12 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Job overview Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Ophthalmology service provides a number of services across different settings in North London. We are recruiting into a fixed term, part time 34 hours Band 5 position in our ophthalmology department at Barnet hospital. The post includes working in Ophthalmology outpatients . The post is primarily at Barnet hospital but also requires working at Chase farm Hospital and Edgware community hospital as service requires This post is only available to Nurses who already have full NMC registration. Not suitable for nurses requiring OSCE, sponsorship or preceptorship. Main duties of the job Working in a friendly environment you will be responsible for the assessment and planning of care needs for Ophthalmic patients in a out patient setting . Previous experience in Ophthalmology would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be given. In addition to the Ophthalmology department at Barnet hospital we also have ophthalmic clinics in other hospitals within the Royal free London foundation trust and you will be expected to work there if needed. Working in a team you will be responsible for assessing patients and preparing them for doctors assessment in clinics as well as working in nurse led clinics e.g. pre-operative assessment and fundus Fluorescein angiography clinics The hours ours will be worked across 4 days Monday to Thursday About us The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk Details Date posted 29 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £36,943 to £44,900 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS (Pro rata) Contract Fixed term Duration 10 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 391-RFL-8383497 Job locations Barnet Hospital Well house lane Barnet EN5 3DJ United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust Person Specification Royal Free shared commitments Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments Education and professional qualifications Essential First level registration Evidence of continuous professional development Experience Desirable Post registration experience working in an ophthalmic setting skills and apitudes Essential Ability to plan and prioritise workload Proven communication skills and ability to negotiate Skilled in use of computer and IT applications Ability to work well within a team kno