About this role
Job summary
The role is to deputise in absence of the lead nurse, including managing daily staffing and skill mix. To support junior staff and coordinating clinics ensuring quality and safety within the department. They will manage appraisal and training and ensuring audits are completed. They will liaise with other members of the MDT and manage complaints and feedback from patients.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will:
Perform visual acuity testing,
Administer prescribed ophthalmic medications and treatments.
Provide education on eye conditions and treatments.
Support patients in managing chronic eye diseases.
Promote eye health and preventative care.
Communicate complex clinical information clearly and compassionately.
Work collaboratively with ophthalmologists, optometrists, orthoptists, and other healthcare professionals.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation using Openeyes
Ensure compliance with professional standards (e.g., NMC Code).
Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain infection control and safeguarding standards.
Supervise and mentor junior nursing staff.
Participate in staff training and development.
Contribute to service development and protocol updates.
Maintain continuing professional development (CPD).
About us
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work
We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
We reserve the right to close positions early
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Job Description for Sister/Charge Nurse
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Supporting Documents
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
1st level registered Non Medical Prescribing Qualification Specialist post registration qualification in Ophthalmology e.g. Ophthalmic Diploma Teaching, Assessing and Mentoring Qualification/998 equivalent D32/33 NVQ Btec Mentoring
Desirable
Willing to undertake further postgraduate qualifications. Recognised leadership development programme attendance
Skills and Abilities Essential
Relevant specialist skills and abilities in Ophthalmology.Expert technician in the use of specialist ophthalmic equipment.Proven track record of working independently.Ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of nurses.Responsible for the development of protocols and procedures to facilitate development of the service.Change management.Administration of medication under patient group direction. Appraisal skills Ability to delegate and prioritise.Interviewing skills.Excellent teaching, training and preceptorship skills.Effective interpersonal/communication skills Effective decision making skills Demonstrable team working skills Ability to provide written material e.g. Reports.Previous experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Vales based Questions Essential
Please describe in around 100 words: How do you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within a team?, Please describe in around 100 words: How do you lead/manage a well functioning team?
Experience Essential
Extensive post registration experience with significant experience in a dedicated Ophthalmic service Recent evidence of continuing, post registration education and development
Knowledge and Awareness Essential
Current healthcare issues Quality benchmarking Quality, audit and its application Clinical Governance Healthcare Commission Standards for Better Health Risk management and NHSLA Health and Safety Confidentiality Statutory and professional requirements NHS policy Essence of Care
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)