Registered Childrens Nurse

Registered Childrens Nurse

The closing date is 26 February 2026.

Join our Ophthalmology team and be part of something exciting! We are preparing to move into our brand-new Eye Hospital in Sunderland in Spring 2026, ensuring the region continues to have the only dedicated standalone eye hospital. This state‑of-the-art facility will strengthen our reputation as a centre of excellence for ophthalmology care across the NHS. As one of the few specialist eye hospitals in the country, research and innovation are at the heart of what we do.

We embrace new technology and encourage staff to get involved in projects that shape the future of eye care. If you share our vision for Excellence in all that we do, we would love to hear from you. We’re looking for an enthusiastic NMC‑registered Childrens Nurse to join Haygarth Ward 24/7, a 22‑bed service delivering holistic care for patients with a wide range of ophthalmic conditions.

Our multidisciplinary team includes nurses, healthcare assistants, ophthalmologists, ward doctors, and admin staff. When we move to the new hospital, we will manage an 8‑bed inpatient ward, a 10‑bed day surgery admissions unit, a treatment and investigations unit, and an outpatient pre‑assessment area. As a childrens nurse, you’ll support young patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings, working closely with clinicians to deliver outstanding care.

STSFT's Ophthalmology Directorate is nationally and internationally recognised for excellence in ophthalmology, offering specialities in Cataract, Medical Retina, Glaucoma, Ocular Motility, Paediatrics, and Oculoplastic Surgery. We are seeking a dynamic, motivated Band5 NMC‑registered Childrens Nurse to join our team. You will deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based care to children undergoing ophthalmic assessment, treatment, and surgery. Duties include comprehensive nursing assessments, monitoring pre‑ and post‑operatively, safe medication administration, and recognising clinical deterioration.

You’ll support paediatric clinics with visual acuity testing, instilling drops, assisting minor procedures, and managing patient flow. Day‑case responsibilities include pre‑op preparation, post‑op recovery, discharge planning, and family education. Safeguarding and family‑centred care are key, ensuring cultural and emotional needs are met while escalating concerns appropriately. You’ll work collaboratively with ophthalmologists, orthoptists, anaesthetists, and the wider MDT, participating in handovers and ward rounds.

Professional development is encouraged through training, supervision, and supporting students. Adherence to infection control, safety standards, and governance processes is essential, alongside promoting dignity, compassion, and our Trust values.

One Team One Trust – there are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award‑winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture/working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of people’s race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under‑represented groups. Looking after our workforce health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits – Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co‑ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Registered Childrens Nurse – 27 Hours Per Week

To be responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, effective and…