Nurse Specialist, Ophthalmology

NHS Forth Valley; Falkirk; Presencial; GBP 43 000 - 53 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

NHS Forth Valley is seeking a Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse to join the Ophthalmology Service at Falkirk Community Hospital. The role focuses on leading the nursing team, delivering specialist ophthalmic care, and developing advanced clinical skills with support and training provided.

Strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team are essential. PVG clearance is required.

Qualificações

• Experience as an ophthalmic nurse is preferred or those working towards a post-registration ophthalmic qualification.
• Strong leadership and communication skills essential for senior nursing responsibilities.
• Commitment to developing advanced ophthalmic clinical skills.

Responsabilidades

• Delivering specialist ophthalmic nursing care, including intravitreal therapy
• Supporting the management and development of team performance with the Senior Charge Nurse
• Participating in telephone triage and directing patients to appropriate care
• Contributing to departmental objectives and patient care coordination
• Assisting in staff coordination within the ophthalmology service

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical nursing

Formação académica

Nurse registration (RN)

Post-registration ophthalmic qualification (preferred)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job reference: 255552
Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
Job closing date: 29/10/2026
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: up to 36
Location: Falkirk Community Hospital
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Forth Valley
Department: Ophthalmology

Job Advert

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse to join the senior nursing team within the Ophthalmology Service at Falkirk Community Hospital.
We welcome applications from experienced ophthalmic nurses who ideally hold, or are working towards, a post‑registration ophthalmic qualification however full support and training will be provided to the successful candidate.
You will play a key role in the day‑to‑day management and development of the service, working closely with the Senior Charge Nurse and supporting the wider multidisciplinary team. You will demonstrate strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. A commitment to developing advanced ophthalmic clinical skills is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering specialist ophthalmic nursing care, including intravitreal therapy
• Supporting the management and development of team performance in partnership with the Senior Charge Nurse
• Participating in telephone triage, directing patients to the appropriate care
• Contributing to the development and delivery of departmental objectives
• Assisting in the coordination of staff and patient care within the service

Working pattern

The usual shift pattern is Monday to Friday, with two shorter weekends shifts approximately every 7 weeks consisting of:

• Three shifts of 08:000–17:30, plus either:
  • One 09:000–18:30 or
  • Two 08:30–13:00 weekend shifts per week

Flexibility is essential to meet service needs.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop leadership and specialist skills within a supportive and forward‑thinking ophthalmology team.

Further information

Juliet Catlin, Senior Charge Nurse, 01324 673830/01324 673842
The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

Applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK are advised to review the eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed case‑by‑case. Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all application questions; the use of AI or automated tools to generate responses is strongly discouraged. NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and committed to offering an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce.