Junior Sister/Charge Nurse

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The Ophthalmology Directorate at STSFT is nationally and internationally recognised for excellence in Ophthalmology, providing specialist services in Cataract, Medical Retina, Glaucoma, Ocular Motility, Paediatrics and Oculoplastic Surgery. We are seeking a dynamic, motivated Band 6 NMC Registered Adult Nurse to join our team.

You will be an excellent communicator with proven leadership skills, able to motivate and support nursing staff. Primarily based in our Day of Surgery Unit (DOSA), you will oversee patient flow from admission through discharge, allocate staff based on acuity and skill mix, and ensure compliance with safety standards, checklists and infection control.

Clinical duties include patient assessment, pre-op preparation, medication support, discharge planning and acting as clinical lead in emergencies. You will supervise and mentor Band 5 nurses, HCAs and students, lead handovers and address skill gaps. Key responsibilities include adherence to WHO checklists, LocSSIPs, fasting protocols, risk assessments and incident reporting. You will coordinate with theatres, anaesthetics, surgical teams and pharmacy to maintain safe, efficient care. When holding the senior nurse bleep, you will respond to clinical queries, support rapid decision-making and attend emergencies. Weekday working is standard, with occasional weekend cover for senior duties.

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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.