University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Junior Sister/ Charge Nurse
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Junior Sister/ Charge Nurse
Junior Sister / Charge Nurse – Eye Outpatient Department
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
Post Overview
This position is only open to internal applicants.
An exciting part-time (30 hours) opportunity has become available in the busy, fast-paced Eye Outpatients Department at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.
The successful candidate will contribute to the growth of the team and service, providing leadership, professionalism, and adaptability within a dynamic setting. Clinics run Monday to Saturday, and the department serves up to 300 patients per session across two locations (Southampton and Lymington hospitals).
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About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with strong leadership skills and a commitment to developing their professional expertise. Key attributes include:
- Professionalism and a positive role model mindset
- Ability to supervise, teach, motivate, and coach staff
- Flexibility, adaptability, and forward-thinking
- Teamm Though ambitious to be part of a large team (over 50 staff)
- Willingness to further develop leadership skills
Training & Requirements
- No prior ophthalmic experience required – comprehensive training will be provided.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
The role involves full responsibilities of supervising a team of nurses in a fast-paced Eye Outpatients Department. Key duties include:
Patient & Service Delivery
- Monitor and ensure the health, safety, and security of patients and staff.
- Support patients in meeting health and well-being needs.
- Provide clinical expertise as a role model.
- Input, store, and provide patient data and information efficiently.
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Team & Institutional Development
- Support and promote equality and diversity, addressing any inappropriate behaviour.
- Promote health and well-being within the team and service.
- Maintain quality standards in work and encourage peers to do the same.
- Support clinical decision-making and demonstrate good clinical judgement.
- Facilitate a supportive learning environment for staff and learners.
Leadership & Management Support
- Support the senior team in management tasks, including:
- Rostering and HR-related matters (e.g., probations, IPR – Individual Performance Review).
- Handling adverse events and complaints (desirable experience beneficial).
- Act as a Practice Assessor or support learners/progression (desirable).
- Basic budget oversight (desirable experience).
Technical & Administrative Tasks
- Ensure good IV (Intravenous) and ANTT (Antibiotic-Oriented Treatment – or potentially Automated Non-Timed Treatment trusteeship)-related skills.
- Strong IT literacy or willingness to learn for data management and communication.
- Understand and uphold current issues in the acute Health Service.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
- Qualified Nurse (degree/diploma).
- Registered on the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) register (must be active).
- Ward management experience (specifically in hospital settings).
- Significant post-registration experience/training in a relevant speciality.
- Proven commitment to continuing professional development.
- Stem experience supporting/managing learners in practice.
- Clear demonstration of clinical decision-making and judgement.
- Commitment to the role and Trust responsibilities.
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Desirable Criteria
- Experience in managing adverse events and complaints.
- Appraisal skills for staff/progression management.
- Previous experience in budget management or finance oversight.
- Ability to handle compliance or auditing tasks.
Our Working Culture
Trust Values & Behaviours
We are guided by three core values:
- Patients First – Focusing on delivering outstanding care.
- Always Improving – Continuously seeking ways to enhance services and patient experience.
- Working Together – Building a collaborative atmosphere where all staff feel included and empowered.
Why Work at UHS?
- Flexible working – Supporting family, study, or personal well-being alongside career progression.
- Dynamic environment – Continuous growth and development opportunities in a fast-paced NHS trust.
- Career support – Access to learning opportunities and advancement in a teaching Trust.
- Location benefits – Situated in Southampton, with links to London and nearby attractions (e.g., New Forest, South Downs, Jurassic Coast).
- Diversity & inclusion – We champion individuality, an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory work culture, and a welcoming environment for all backgrounds.
Join us to make a meaningful impact in patient care and be part of a thriving, inclusive support team!
Applications must be internal only. See internal promotion guidelines.
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