Job overview

niversity Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. 

Job Title: Staff nurse - Ophthalmology
Contract Type: Fixed term contract

Fixed Term Contract End Date: 31 October 2027
Purpose for Fixed Term: Maternity Cover

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join our  busy, fast paced Eye Outpatients department for a band 5 registered nurse position. 
We are looking for a highly motivated, trustworthy, professional & reliable band 5 Nurses with an interest in Ophthalmology.  Previous Ophthalmic experience is not an essential requirement; however a devotion to develop & learn is paramount.  There will be specific in house training to develop specialised Ophthalmic knowledge & skills
The right candidate will be integral to the growth of the team and the service.
This is a part time position, 30hrs/ week for 9 months (maternity cover).
Eye outpatients provides a positive work life balance with clinics currently running from Monday to Saturday.
Eye Outpatients is a dynamic department that continues to change & develop, this requires the successful applicant to be flexible, forward thinking and have the skills to motivate peers. As a large team with over 50 staff members, we stretch over 2 locations: Southampton and Lymington hospital and we see up to 200 patients per session. 
The successful candidate will need to be highly motivated, professional, flexible, trustworthy and positive role model.  The ability to teach, empower and coach staff it's essential for this role. 
If you think you are suitable for this role, we would highly recommend an informal visit to the department.

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. 

 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.

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