Charge Nurse – Ophthalmology Outpatients

Job Description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role

A fantastic opportunity has risen for an enthusiastic experienced Registered Nurse working within the Ophthalmology Outpatients/Day ward area in Inverclyde Royal Hospital.

The successful candidate will be expected to work as part of the Ophthalmology team, deputising in the absence of the SCN, supervising and supporting an experienced team of RNs and HCSWs. You will have the responsibility of the assessment delivery and supervision of all care needs within the outpatient/Day Ward setting. You will be required to work within a busy clinical area, working collaboratively with both nursing and medical teams.

You will be expected to deliver a high standard of evidence based care utilising your clinical skills to assess patient needs, implement and evaluate care. You are required to be flexible, forward thinking and able to work effectively within a changing and dynamic environment. You will be an effective leader with evidence that you have the skills to manage a successful team, have excellent communication and sound decision making skills with evidence of ongoing professional development.

Experience within the speciality is essential. If you have the desired skills and motivations to successfully fulfil this position, we will welcome your application.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post. Experience within the speciality is essential.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• Location based Inverclyde Royal Hospital
• Permanent Contract
• Full time position (36 hours per week)
• Shift pattern for this post are Monday to Friday

Key responsibilities

• Be responsible for the assessment of patient needs, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, which are evidence based. Utilising all available resources taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background and ensure involvement with the patient, family, carers and significant others.
• Participate in development and leading of Nurse Led clinics.
• Competently perform the necessary technical/invasive/physical aspects of care for this defined patient group.
• Demonstrate competency in professional skills and expand those skills to meet patient need.
• Establish, maintain and develop effective communication with all disciplines, patients and relatives to ensure the appropriate information is shared and patient needs are met.
• Practice within the legal & Ethical framework as established by Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) and National Legislation to ensure patient interests and well being are met.
• Work within the National Health Service (NHS), NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Health & Safety Executive (HSE) Legislation, Policy, Guidelines and Procedures.
• Ensure completion of clinical appraisals for pre and post registration nurses.
• Assist the Senior Charge Nurse to lead, motivate and retain the nursing team, enabling educational needs of nurses to be met reflecting service requirements and developments within the department.
• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

• Registered Nurses on the NMC Register (Part 1 & 12) with a minimum of 3 years post registration experience.
• Demonstrable experience in Ophthalmology.
• Relevant managerial and clinical skills.
• Evidence of continued professional development in Ophthalmology.
• Educated to, or working towards degree level or equivalent level of experience.
• Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description.

What we offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays.
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme.
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e learning and classroom based courses.
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays.
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services.
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies.

Equal Opportunities

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as various, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.