Job summary
Are you a highly motivated registered nurse and have the drive, ambition and commitment to deliver the highest standards of patient care?

Sulis Hospital Bath, a leading healthcare provider in Somerset, is looking for an Ophthalmology Specialist Nurse to work in our Outpatient Department.

Main duties of the job
You will be providing the highest standards of care for our ophthalmology patients, while considering the specialist clinical needs of each patient. The ability to undertake the following are essential for the role:

• Visual Acuity tests.
• Biometry measurements.
• OCT Macular & Glaucoma scans.
• Pentacam scans.
• Visual Field tests.
• Assist with Intravitreal Injections.
• Assist with minor eyelid procedures.

About us
An award-winning hospital, Sulis Hospital is widely recognised as one of the finest in the country. Sulis became a part of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust in June 2021, making it one of the first independent hospitals owned by an NHS Trust, offering private, insured, and NHS healthcare services. We empower our teams to be the best they can be, fostering a culture that enhances the quality of people's lives through exceptional care. We are proud to have received an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission for 'Caring,' reflecting the compassionate nature of our people. With modern facilities and strong clinical leadership, Sulis Hospital in Bath provides an opportunity for a fulfilling career where you can make a meaningful difference and gain a diverse range of experiences.

We welcome both inpatients and outpatients across a variety of specialisms from Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, General surgery, ENT, Urology, Vascular and many others.

Details
Date posted: 09 July 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £39,105 to £47,855 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: SUL1219108
Job locations: Sulis Hospital, Foxcote Avenue, Peasedown St John, BANES, BA2 8SQ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Permanent 37.5 hours

The Outpatient Department is open 8am until 8pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 5pm on Saturdays

Shifts are variable according to the needs of the Ophthalmology service

This role requires DBS clearance

If you feel you have the skills and ambition to fulfill this role, we would like to hear from you.

Applications will be assessed and responded to as they are received. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if sufficient applications are received

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Post registration qualification in Ophthalmology or at least 2 years recent post-registration experience with completion of ratified competencies
• Extensive experience of working autonomously at an advanced level within the specialist area delivering effective patient focused care.
• Demonstrable record of Continuing Professional Development.
• Sound knowledge of current issues in the profession and practice of ophthalmology nursing.

Desirable

• Degree in relevant speciality
• Teaching/Assessing qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Sulis Hospital Bath
Address: Sulis Hospital, Foxcote Avenue, Peasedown St John, BANES, BA2 8SQ, United Kingdom

For questions about the job, contact:
HR Recruitment Manager
Amy Gardner
amy.gardner@sulishospital.com
01761422210