Job summary
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 regions
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.
As a
result, an exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic, 1st level NMC
registered adult band 5 Nurses to join our team in the new eye hospital. We
have several new posts which span our ophthalmology services which include our
Retinal Outpatients unit, an 8 bedded inpatient ward, Day of Surgery Admission
unit, Preadmission assessment unit and the Treatment and investigation unit
Allocation
to these areas will be offered following a successful interview and discussion
involving areas of interest and previous experience. So, If you share our
vision for 'excellence in all that we do', wed love you to join us!
Main duties of the job
Core
duties of the role are:
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 trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.
For
more information about the main duties of this role, please see attached Job
Description and Person Specification.
About us
Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required.
One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,
and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we
may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
-
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 trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
-
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 trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- 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.
Desirable
- Venepuncture and cannulation competency.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse) or evidence of qualification if newly qualified.
Desirable
- Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject (UK equivalent).
- Mentorship certificate/ Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute hospital or community healthcare setting.
Desirable
- Recent experience of working as a registered nurse.
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- 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.
Desirable
- Venepuncture and cannulation competency.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse) or evidence of qualification if newly qualified.
Desirable
- Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject (UK equivalent).
- Mentorship certificate/ Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute hospital or community healthcare setting.
Desirable
- Recent experience of working as a registered nurse.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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