We're proud of our team and recognise the significant contributions they make to patients here in the UK and globally. When you join Moorfields Eye Hospital you can help us continue to deliver excellence and equity in patient care through kindness and compassion for all.
Main area Ophthamology Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Flexible) Job ref 273-DN-8314686
Site Bedford Town Bedford Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing Today at 23:59
YOU MAKE US MORE
Join Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
At Moorfields, people's sight matters—and so do the people who make it possible.
For over 200 years, Moorfields has been at the forefront of ophthalmic care, research, and education. With more than 2,300 dedicated team members and over 700,000 patients seen annually across our City Road site and 22 networked sites, we are proud to be a global centre of excellence.
We're also a vibrant community where kindness, equity and excellence shape every aspect of our work. Whether it's pioneering research through our partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre or training the next generation of global eye care leaders, we're united by one mission-delivering world-class eye health, sustainably and at scale.
From 2027, we'll move to our brand-new site in St Pancras, Camden - a state-of-the-art centre that will unite eye care, research, and education under one roof - Moorfields and UCL Centre for Eye Health. This groundbreaking facility, developed in partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Charity, will enable transformative innovation and collaboration like never before.
Could you be part of this future? Make us more.
Job overview
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Bedford based team as a Staff Nurse. As a Staff Nurse you will be responsible for the assessment of care needs of patients, planning programmes of care, and implementation and evaluation of these programmes with direct supervision.
Main duties of the job
At times you will have management responsibility for being in-charge of the clinic or ward and supervising junior members of staff.
You will be a key member in relation to the development of practice on the ward.
This role involves working independently/autonomously and at times without direct supervision, accountable for their own professional actions.
Ensuring the safety and well‑being of service users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles.
Working for our organisation
This post is based at the Bedford satellite sites
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
- Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
- Free 24/7 independent counselling service
- Learning and development opportunities
- Easy and quick transport links
- A range of attractive benefits and discounts
- Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skill
- Flexible working friendly organisation
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for assessment of care needs of patients, planning programmes of care, implementation and evaluation of these programmes with direct supervision.
At times they will have management responsibility for being in-charge of the clinic or ward and supervising junior members of staff.
The post holder will be a key member in relation to the development of practice on the ward.
They will be working independently/autonomously and at times without direct supervision, accountable for their own professional actions.
Ensuring the safety and well‑being of service users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles.
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse/ NMC
- Clinical experience
Development & Education
- Demonstrates an awareness of role of facilitator.
- Demonstrates evidence of commitment to professional development.
- Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others
Specific Requirements
- Able to articulate reasons for desire to work in this clinical area
- Relevant ophthalmic experience
Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts, so please consider this before applying.
Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under‑represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond.
Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at moorfields.recruitment@nhs.net.
Moorfields Eye Hospital does not charge applicants any recruitment or sponsorship fees. Our website and published contact details are the only authorised channels for applications and verification of job offers.
https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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Staff Nurse - Bedford Hospital employer: Moorfields
Moorfields Eye Hospital is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions truly matter. With a commitment to employee growth through continuous learning opportunities, competitive salaries, and a range of benefits including NHS pension membership and wellness support, you will thrive in a culture that prioritises kindness and excellence. Located in London, you'll be part of a pioneering institution at the forefront of ophthalmic care, with exciting prospects as we transition to our state-of-the-art Oriel site in Camden.
