Ophthalmology Charge Nurse: Lead Care & Pathways
King's College Hospital
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Job summary
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Sidcup is seeking a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse to lead ophthalmology services across Queen Mary’s Hospital and Orpington Hospital. The role combines senior clinical duties with staff development to deliver high-quality, patient-centered ophthalmic care.
The post requires an active UK NMC registration, nursing degree, and teaching qualification, with intravitreal injection experience advantageous.
Qualifications
- 1st level Registered General Nurse with active UK NMC registration.
- Mentorship programme or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Degree in Nursing or Equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient-centred nursing care for ophthalmic patients.
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care.
- Act as a senior clinical nurse and role model for staff and patients.
- Support delivery of high-quality care through governance and safety initiatives.
- Contribute to workforce development through supervision and teaching.
- Coordinate clinical activity and patient flow to support efficient service delivery.
- Undertake delegated leadership and management responsibilities.
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Job description
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Sidcup is seeking a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse to lead ophthalmology services across Queen Mary’s Hospital and Orpington Hospital. The role combines senior clinical duties with staff development to deliver high-quality, patient-centered ophthalmic care.
The post requires an active UK NMC registration, nursing degree, and teaching qualification, with intravitreal injection experience advantageous.
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