About this role
Job summary
The Ophthalmic Theatres at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital are recruiting for a challenging, yet highly rewarding position of Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse.
As the Ophthalmic Theatres Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse you will work as part of the Ophthalmology Team providing care to those will undergo a range of surgical eye procedures. You will also form part of the Ophthalmology Leadership Team and support the Clinical Lead in line managing the nursing team. You should therefore demonstrate a calm, composed and caring approach whilst working under pressure.
We are looking to recruit a motivated and dynamic leader who can bring enthusiasm and ophthalmic experience to our busy department.
Main duties of the job
The successful post holder will support the Clinical Lead in the effective day-to-day management of the Ophthalmic Theatres, ensuring the delivery of safe, high quality , and patient centered ophthalmic care. They will provide clinical leadership and supervision to the nursing team, acting as a role model and promoting best practice in all aspects of patient care.
In addition, they will assist in the coordination and delivery of care for patients undergoing ophthalmic surgical and diagnostic procedures, ensuring adherence to local and national guidelines. They will contribute to the monitoring and maintenance of clinical standards, infection prevention and health and safety within the unit.
The successful candidate will be a main point of contact to the Ophthalmic Theatres and will deputise for the Clinical Lead as required, ensuring continuity of leadership and operational effectiveness within the unit.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery On-site cafes offering staff discounts Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description Job responsibilities
To exercise leadership by personal example, fostering good interpersonal relationships and encouraging high staff morale Co-ordinate and communicate the placement of appropriate personnel/skills across the department Participate in the management of resources in the clinical area within the agreed budget. Implement Trust and directorate evidence based policies and guidelines Work closely with own team, Team leader and Senior Nurse Manager to promote good working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team Foster and maintain effective communication and professional relationships with all areas of the Trust and with other hospitals/practices. Manage staff performance and development through a process of appraisal, which should include a cycle of constructive performance review and the establishment of a relevant personal development plan Act as a resource for the support and guidance of staff, patients and relatives Participate in the monitoring and management of staff sickness and absence
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Please note due to high volume of applications for some posts, this post may close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner on the appropriate part of the NMC/ Health Care Professions Council register
Experience Essential
Experience of managing and leading a clinical area
Skills Essential
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Attitude, aptitude Essential
Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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.
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Employer details Employer name Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Colney Lane
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)