We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 6 Junior Sister to join our dynamic clinical team. This role is pivotal in supporting the smooth operational running of the ophthalmic department, ensuring high standards of patient care, and providing clinical and managerial leadership to nursing staff.
As a Junior Sister, you will work closely with the Matron/Charge Nurse and multidisciplinary team to promote a safe, effective, and person-centred environment. You will be expected to act as a role model, support the development of junior staff, supervise clinical practice, and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ophthalmic nurse looking to expand their leadership responsibilities in a supportive and forward-thinking setting.
Main responsibilities include:
1. Providing highly specialist ophthalmic care to patients.
2. Assessing and providing treatments under the supervision of clinicians.
3. Developing extended roles within different specialties.
4. Educating and training junior staff, including band 5 nurses, healthcare assistants, and ophthalmic technicians.
5. Deputising for the nurse in charge.
The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon, offering a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics, and maternity services. The Trust’s services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit, and outpatient clinics.
The safety and well-being of our patients and staff are paramount. We are making urgent improvements to address this, particularly in infection prevention and control. We are progressing by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, local authorities, neighboring hospitals, and the wider North West London Integrated Care System. We are committed to listening and working in partnership with our local population to ensure high-quality, safe, and compassionate care, while progressing with the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.
We have over 3,500 staff members who are proud to care for nearly half a million people. Our vision is to be an outstanding healthcare provider through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, and providing the best care where needed.
For further details or informal visits, please contact:
* Name: Lucy Evans
* Job Title: Matron
* Email: lucy.evans12@nhs.net
* Telephone: 01895 279 027
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