Ophthalmology OPD Sister

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Ophthalmic OPD Sister/Charge Nurse. This role is a permanent role and is aimed at providing targeted training and leadership.

This role would be ideally suited to someone who has Ophthalmology and band 7 experience and has previously held a significant leadership role. Applicants need to be self-motivated and interested in Quality Improvement and staff development to support colleagues in achieving efficient utilisation

Main duties of the job

Key roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Day to day coordination of the unit
• Work collaboratively with the Consultants and Ophthalmology team
• Participate in the Quality Improvement work
• Management of the peripheral Ophthalmology Service
• Development and implantation of the Ophthalmic service
• Motivation and leadership of ophthalmic staff

About us

Benefits of working for us:

• Full NHS terms and conditions including a benefits package with competitive pay rates and increments, annual leave of 27 days increasing to 33 days after 10 years, Agenda for Change pay with enhancements
• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme to which you and the Trust contribute
• A wide and diverse range of training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training
• The Trust supports a healthy work life balance and all staff have access to an Occupational Health Service to support you at work
• Dedicated well-being services for all employees
• Flexible working where possible
• Onsite nursery

• Discounts for local and national retailers

If you would like to hear more, please get in touch: helen.satchell@SomersetFT.nhs.uk

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Our values are simple: Outstanding Care, Working Together, Listening and Leading. We recognise that our staff are our most valuable resource, we are proud of the excellent levels of service our Trust provides to our service users and the skills and dedication of our staff.