RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.

We are hiring Ophthalmology Nurse into our Hospital in Cork, Ireland.

Responsibilities

Patients with eye conditions include glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and other vision impairments need receive ophthalmic nursing care.

Treat eye diseases by administering drugs in the form of drops, ointments, and injections.

To evaluate a patient's eyesight and eye health, conduct diagnostic procedures such tonometry and visual field tests.

Inform patients on their eye care regimens and treatment options.

Track patient development and inform ophthalmologists for additional assessment.

Provide patients having eye surgery with preoperative and after care.

Help ophthalmologists with operations and assessments.

Keep thorough patient records and keep track of all the care you give.

To guarantee that the patient receives the best care possible, coordinate with other medical professionals.

Offer patients and their families support and direction.

Requirements

A registered general nurse with NMBI on the live register

A minimum of three years of acute care nursing experience after graduation is required.

Strong morals and dedication to patient safety and excellence.

Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.

Flexible having a track record of multitasking.

Current understanding of general surgery and ophthalmology procedures, both before and after treatment

Self-driven and dedicated to continuous professional growth

Benefits

· Education Assistance programmes

· Competitive salary comparable to HSE rates

· Relocation expenses

· Maternity Leave

· Weekend work allowance

· Excellent Contribution Pension Scheme

· Flexible working patterns available

· Cycle to work scheme

· Employee Assistance Programme in conjunction with VHI

Required skills

NMBI registration (Registered General Nurse on live register)Acute care nursing experience (minimum 3 years)Ophthalmic drug administration (eye drops, ointments, ocular injections)Ophthalmic diagnostic testing (tonometry, visual field testing, visual acuity assessment)Preoperative and postoperative ophthalmic nursing careAssisting ophthalmologists during eye surgeries and assessmentsClinical documentation and patient record-keepingPatient education and counselling on eye care regimens and treatment optionsMonitoring patient progress and escalation to ophthalmologistsMultidisciplinary coordination and collaboration with other healthcare professionalsCommunication and interpersonal skills with patients and familiesTime management and ability to multitask in a clinical settingCommitment to patient safety, clinical ethics, and quality of careSelf-directed professional development and continuous learning

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