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Staff Nurse - Ward 20, Cataract Suite

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

The closing date is 29 April 2025

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Due to the expansion of the workforce we have an exciting opportunity that has arisen for a full-time motivated Staff Nurse to work within our brand new state of the art Cataract Theatre Suite which has recently opened at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

The fixed term post offered is for 37.5 hours per week, working for four variable days Monday- Friday. Some weekend working may be necessary depending on the demands & needs of the ophthalmic service.

Suitable newly qualified staff will be considered.

Main duties of the job

You will be primarily based within the Theatre Suite assisting the ophthalmic clinician to undertake cataract surgery under local anaesthetic. With the expectation to cross site work in The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, Ophthalmology Dept. The role will include scrubbing, escorting, admission and discharge of theatre patients, testing visual acuity as well as any other diagnostic tests that may be necessary.

In addition to working within the Theatre Suite, there will also be the opportunity to rotate into Ophthalmology Outpatients in The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital that deals with several ophthalmic sub-specialities, making this a diverse, exciting opportunity for the right applicant.

Experience within a Theatre setting would be extremely desirable, but training would be given for the right applicant who has the desire to make a difference and endeavour to maintain a high standard of care for our patients.

Ongoing support will be offered & there will be a training package in place.

About us

Each person, patient or visitor, visiting Ward 20 will be met with courtesy and respect. The individual will be treated confidentially with dignity maintained at all times.

Each patient will be allowed maximum consultation time with further help and information offered as necessary. In applying our philosophy of care we aim to deliver a high standard of care to all patients within the department ensuring that each person leaves understanding the information needed to make an informed decision regarding their care and that all their needs are met.

Date posted

15 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum/ pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-SNC-258

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

Evidence of attainment of skills
Experience of supporting staff

Desirable

Experience of working in a theatre setting
Considerable post qualification experience general medical / surgical

Personal qualities

Essential

Good communication/organisational skills
Professional manner

Aptitude & skills

Essential

Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Able to adapt to varying workload
Use of evidence-based approach to care

Qualifications

Essential

NMC Qualification

Desirable

Teaching and assessing qualification
Ability to support NVQ trainees

Person Specification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

Evidence of attainment of skills
Experience of supporting staff

Desirable

Experience of working in a theatre setting
Considerable post qualification experience general medical / surgical

Personal qualities

Essential

Good communication/organisational skills
Professional manner

Aptitude & skills

Essential

Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Able to adapt to varying workload
Use of evidence-based approach to care

Qualifications

Essential

NMC Qualification

Desirable

Teaching and assessing qualification
Ability to support NVQ trainees

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

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).