South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
There are so many reasons to join our team at Sunderland Eye Infirmary. Aside from our fantastic staff, we have lots of exciting things going on. Our plans for our Eye Hospital in Sunderland are taking shape and will be our new home in Spring 2026. The new hospital means Sunderland will remain home to the region's only dedicated standalone eye hospital. It will strengthen our excellent reputation across the NHS, both regionally and nationally as a centre of excellence for ophthalmology care.
We also never stay still when it comes to discovering new and better treatments. As one of the few specialist eye hospitals in the country, research and using developing technology is a key part of our work. We encourage innovation and research in everything we do. There is always something to get involved in. If you share our vision for 'excellence in all that we do', we'd love you to join us!
We are looking for an enthusiastic 1st level NMC registered adult Band 5 Nurse to join our team on Haygarth ward. Haygarth ward is a 24/7 22 bedded ward service with a multidisciplinary team providing holistic care for a large group of patients with varying ophthalmic conditions. We are a large team which includes Registered Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Ophthalmologists, Ward Doctors, and Admin.
This is a part-time post for 22.5 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
Sunderland Eye Infirmary is both nationally and internationally renowned and offers specialities in Cataract, Medical Retinal, Glaucoma, Ocular Motility, Paediatric and Oculoplastic Surgery. We are looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic 1st level NMC Registered Adult nurse. We require an excellent communicator with a proven ability to lead, motivate and support nursing staff. You will cover both weekdays and weekends.
Main duties are:
* To provide holistic care for our wide range of patients.
* Complete accurate documentation electronically.
* Admitting, preparing patients for surgery, recovering and discharging Day Case Patients who have had eye surgery under local and general anaesthetic.
* Nurse led Pre-assessment.
* Taking Lead in the Artificial Eye Clinic.
* Admitting emergency admissions from our Accident and Emergency Department or other outpatient areas.
The successful candidate will need to be highly motivated, enthusiastic, reliable and have a desire to work in Ophthalmology. It is essential applicants have current NMC adult registered nurse registration and experience relevant to the role. A degree in nursing studies and a mentorship certificate is desirable. Shifts are varied and cover Monday to Sunday. Long day shifts are 07.30-20.15, Night duty 20.00 -07.45, Pre-assessment 08.30-16.30, we also work 07.30-15.30 and 12.15-20.15 to ensure the needs of the service are met.
Job responsibilities
* To be responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for patients designated to their care.
* To always work to the NMC Code.
* To supervise non-registered staff as stipulated by the NMC under the requirements of delegation.
* Provide effective leadership and assist with the management and organisation of the ward/department in the absence of the Ward manager or Junior Sister / Charge Nurse.
* To comply with the Trust's vision, values and behavioural compact.
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
* Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information.
* Able to work without supervision.
* Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office.
* Evidence of CPD.
* Knowledge of national health and social care policy.
* Knowledge of evidence-based guidelines e.g. NICE guidelines, NPSA alerts, current nursing legislation.
* Venepuncture and cannulation competency.
Qualifications
* Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse) or evidence of qualification if newly qualified.
* Degree in nursing studies or healthcare-related subject (UK equivalent).
* Mentorship certificate/ Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience.
Experience
* Experience of working in an acute hospital or community healthcare setting.
* Recent experience of working as a registered nurse.
Physical Skills
* Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
£29,970 to £36,483 a year Pro-Rata (22.5 hours per week)
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