Job overview

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated, professional Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse to join the Ophthalmology Outpatient Department. 

The applicant must have excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable Ophthalmology Knowledge and skills.

Have management and ophthalmology outpatient experience.

Be able to demonstrate good knowledge of ophthalmic nursing conditions and skills, supported by an understanding of current issues in NHS outpatient services. Willingness to undertake further professional development within this exciting speciality.

Informal visits are welcome.

Main duties of the job

Provide a high standard of individualised care to patients, acting as a role model to the wider ophthalmic multidisciplinary team.

Supporting the Matron in driving quality care provision forward.

Be responsible for standards of cleanliness/ Health and Safety in clinical areas.

Provide clear clinical leadership to staff, running a smooth, timely clinical activity, and deputising for the Matron her/his absence.

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year. 

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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