Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse - Nelson Day Unit

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Colney; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in the UK is seeking a motivated Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse to join their Ophthalmology Team. The role involves providing exceptional care for patients undergoing eye procedures, supporting the Clinical Lead with team management, and ensuring high clinical standards. Ideal candidates should possess ophthalmic experience and show strong leadership skills. This position offers various benefits such as flexible working hours and professional development support within a collaborative hospital environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Free Park & Ride service

On-site Nursery

Support in career development

Qualifications

• Experience in ophthalmology or surgical nursing.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Ability to maintain calmness in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to the nursing team.
• Assist in the coordination of care for patients undergoing surgical procedures.
• Support the Clinical Lead in managing the unit effectively.

Skills

Ophthalmic experience

Leadership

Patient care

Calm under pressure

Job description

The Nelson Day Unit at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is recruiting for a challenging, yet highly rewarding position of Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse.

As the Nelson Day Unit Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse you will work part of the Ophthalmology Team providing care to those awaiting and recovering from surgical eye procedures. You will also form part of the Ophthalmology Leadership Team and support the Clinical Lead with 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 Nelson Day Unit.

The successful post holder will support the Clinical Lead in the effective day‑to‑day management of the Nelson Day Unit, ensuring the delivery of safe, high quality, and patient‑centred 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 Nelson Day Unit and will deputise for the Clinical Lead as required, ensuring continuity of leadership and operational effectiveness within the unit.

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.

Benefits

• 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

Contact

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Michele Rinaldi Job title: Clinical Lead Email address: [e-mail]

Please read through the job description to find out more or contact the Clinical Lead for further details or to arrange a visit.