Clinical Nurse Educator - Ophthalmology

We are seeking an experienced, motivated and forward-thinking Clinical Nurse Educator to join our Ophthalmology service at Whipps Cross University Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic nurse leader with a passion for education, clinical development, and improving patient care through high-quality learning. As part of the senior nursing team, you will support the professional development of nurses and ophthalmic technicians, helping to build a positive learning culture across the Eye Treatment Centre. You will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure staff are equipped with the skills, knowledge and confidence to deliver safe, effective and compassionate care. About You We are looking for a nurse who is: Passionate about education and developing others. Experienced in ophthalmology and confident in clinical leadership. Able to work autonomously, prioritise effectively and communicate clearly. Committed to delivering
high-quality patient-centred care. Enthusiastic, supportive, and able to inspire learning in others. This is an excellent opportunity for a registered nurse with extensive ophthalmology experience who is committed to advancing ophthalmic nursing education and contributing positively to the ongoing development of our service, Assist in the delivery and ongoing development of a progressive learning environment for all nursing staff, including nursing assistants and ophthalmic technicians, within Whipps Cross University Hospital.
Support the professional development of post-registration nursing staff and nursing assistants by contributing to the coordination of educational activities and facilitating the assessment of learning within the clinical setting.
Actively promote and contribute to interprofessional learning opportunities across Whipps Cross University Hospital and the wider Barts Health organisation.
Act as an effective role model, demonstrating professional, compassionate, and inspirational leadership for all members of the multidisciplinary team within the area of accountability.
Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of policies, protocols, clinical guidelines, standard operating procedures, and patient information to support safe, high-quality care.

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager., Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment., We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
As an Equal Opportunities Employer we actively support applications from individuals' who apply under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme and will process your application as appropriate.
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Barts Health is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and to child protection. The Trust aims to ensure as far as is possible that anyone, paid or unpaid, who seeks to work in our organisation and who gains access to children, is safe to do so. As such, you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Check as part of the recruitment process if appointed to a post with direct access to children or vulnerable adults.
Barts Health promotes active travel as part of its goal to reach Net Zero. Each site is accessible by public transport and the Trust has a cycle to work scheme and some sites have Brompton Hire Pods.