South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Staff Nurse

The closing date is 16 June 2025

Job summary

There are many reasons to join our team at Sunderland Eye Infirmary. Our plans for ourEye Hospital in Sunderland are taking shape and will be our new home in 2026. The new eye 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.

We 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!

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated band 5 staff nurse to work within the Cataract Treatment Centre. The role is interesting, varied and includes duties and responsibilities across both theatre and outpatient settings. In house training will be given to achieve the competencies required for the role. The service is presently Monday to Friday with variable shift patterns from 8.00am to 17.30. There are opportunities for development including pre-assessment and the role of primary and scrub nurse. With the development of the new hospital planned for 2026, this poses an exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

Main duties of the job

Within the Cataract Treatment Centre, the Role of a Band 5 Staff Nurse is quite diverse and varied dealing with patients attending for Cataract Surgery. We currently have funding for a 37.5 hour post or two part time staff (minimum 22 hours). The role involves working across Theatre and Outpatients with many responsibilities and duties throughout the patient journey. In house training will be given and Competency based assessments undertaken to learn all aspects of the role including pre-assessment, Primary Nursing and Scrub nursing to name a few.

The Cataract Treatment Centre currently covers a Monday-Friday service with usual shift patterns between the hours of 8am-5.30pm.

Good communication and organisational skills are essential for this role and you will be required to work as part of our Multi-disciplinary team to deliver a high standard of patient care in a fast paced environment.

About us

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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 STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,600 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, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.

Date posted

02 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year 2025/26 pay award pending (£31,049-£37,796)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

C9155-OPNM-0625-09

Job locations

Sunderland Eye Infirmary

Queen Alexandra Road

Sunderland

SR2 9HP

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

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in an acute hospital or community healthcare setting.

Desirable

Recent experience of working as a registered nurse.

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.

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.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in an acute hospital or community healthcare setting.

Desirable

Recent experience of working as a registered nurse.

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.

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.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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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).