University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Sister/Charge Nurse
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Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Sister/Charge Nurse
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Fixed Term Contract End Date: April 2027
Purpose for Fixed Term: Secondment
Main Duties of the Job
This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our eye emergency team.
- You may not be an expert in ophthalmology but we are looking for a dynamic and motivated senior band 5 or 6 nurse who would like the opportunity for a leadership role within the Eye Emergency department.
This postholder will work alongside another junior sister and the senior sister of the department providing leadership, operational coordination and clinical support to our nursing, administrative and multidisciplinary team.
- You will be liaising with other departments within ophthalmology as well as the wider UHS organisation and surrounding partners.
As a type 2 emergency department we have to adhere to the 4-hour waiting time for treatment target and the band 6 sister supports the team and service to deliver this.
Working for Our Organisation
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
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- We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service.
- UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operational effectiveness in eye emergency. You will be supported by the senior sister and your band 6 sister colleague.
- You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, be able to delegate effectively and work confidently within a high-functioning team.
We are a 7-day service, open to patients 8 am to 7 pm and the usual shift patterns are 7.30 am to 8 pm, to include weekends and bank holidays but not nights.
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For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.
Person Specification
Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential criteria:
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience
Essential criteria:
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on the appropriate part of the register
- Significant post-registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within the relevant specialty
- Ward management experience
- Knowledge of current issues within the acute Health Service
- Experience in an acute hospital setting
- Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
- Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
Desirable criteria:
- Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
- Appraisal skills
- Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
- Some insight into budget management
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