Vacancy title:
Ophthalmic Nurse Apprenticeship

[Type: INTERN, Industry: Healthcare, Category: Healthcare]

Jobs at:
Mengo Hospital

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, September 4 2026

Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, August 22 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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Ophthalmic Nurse Apprentice

Specialty: Eye Surgery Support

Duration: 6 Months

Role Purpose

The Ophthalmic Nurse Apprentice will gain supervised practical experience in the nursing care of patients undergoing ophthalmic assessment, treatment, and surgical procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the assessment and preparation of patients attending ophthalmic services.
• Prepare patients for ophthalmic procedures and surgery.
• Verify patient identity, procedure, documentation, and relevant clinical information before procedures.
• Assist with pre-operative and post-operative nursing care.
• Prepare and maintain ophthalmic equipment and supplies as directed.
• Assist the clinical team during ophthalmic surgical procedures within the scope of training.
• Maintain appropriate aseptic and sterile techniques.
• Support infection prevention and control procedures in the ophthalmic environment.
• Monitor patients during and following ophthalmic procedures.
• Recognise and report post-operative complications or changes in patient condition.
• Administer prescribed eye drops, medicines, and treatments under appropriate supervision.
• Provide patients with appropriate information regarding procedures, treatment, medication, and post-operative care.
• Support patient mobility and safety, particularly for patients with visual impairment.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and procedure documentation.
• Assist with patient discharge and reinforce instructions provided by the clinical team.
• Ensure ophthalmic equipment and clinical areas are clean, safe, and appropriately prepared.
• Participate in theatre/clinical area checks and preparation as required.

Learning and Development Areas

The apprentice will develop practical knowledge in:

• Ophthalmic patient assessment.
• Pre-operative and post-operative eye care.
• Ophthalmic surgery support.
• Aseptic and sterile technique.
• Ophthalmic medicines and eye drops.
• Recognition of common post-operative complications.
• Patient education and discharge planning.
• Safe care of patients with visual impairment.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Submit your application letter and certified academic documents to the Office of the Superintendent of Nursing, Mengo Hospital.

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