Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced,
motivated and compassionate Neonatal Sister / Charge Nurse to join the Special
Care Baby Unit at Darlington Memorial Hospital within County Durham and
Darlington NHS Foundation Trust.
Our Special Care Baby Units at CDDFT provide high-quality
family-centred neonatal care for babies requiring special care and high
dependency support. Working closely with maternity, paediatric and regional
neonatal network colleagues, we are committed to delivering safe, effective and
responsive care for babies and their families.
We are seeking an enthusiastic Band 6 Neonatal Sister / Charge
Nurse who will combine excellent clinical expertise with strong leadership
skills to support the day-to-day management of the special care baby unit at
Darlington Memorial Hospital. The successful candidate will act as a clinical
role model, provide professional support to colleagues, contribute to service
development and quality improvement initiatives, and ensure the delivery of
high standards of care at all times.
Applicants must be a Registered
Nurse with a current UK NMC registration and have significant post registration
neonatal experience. The Qualification in Specialty (QIS) in Neonatal Care is
essential for this role.
Main duties of the job
The Neonatal Sister / Charge Nurse will provide visible
clinical leadership and coordinate the delivery of safe, effective and
high-quality neonatal care across the service. They will support the Ward
Manager in the operational management of the special care baby unit and act as the
nurse in charge throughout their shift.
The post holder will be responsible for assessing,
planning, implementing and evaluating complex care for babies requiring special
care and high dependency support, ensuring care is evidence-based and
family-centred. They will provide clinical expertise during emergency
situations, support the stabilisation of sick and preterm infants, and work
collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to promote excellent patient
outcomes.
The successful candidate will supervise, support and
develop junior staff, students and newly appointed team members, fostering a
positive learning environment and promoting professional development. They will
contribute to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement initiatives and
service development projects, ensuring that national standards and best
practice are consistently achieved.
This role requires
excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills, together with
the ability to manage workload pressures, support colleagues and champion high
standards of neonatal care.
About us
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You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a
Band 6 Neonatal Sister / Charge Nurse to join our established Special Care Baby
Unit at Darlington Memorial Hospital within County Durham and Darlington NHS
Foundation Trust.
This leadership role is ideal for an experienced neonatal
nurse who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care while
supporting the development of staff and services. Working within our special
care baby unit at Darlington Memorial Hospital, you will provide expert
clinical care and operational leadership within a supportive and progressive
neonatal environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for
coordinating clinical activity, managing patient flow and acuity, supporting
safe staffing, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care.
As a senior member of the nursing team, you will act as nurse in charge on a
regular basis and provide professional leadership, guidance and support to
colleagues across the neonatal service.
You will play a key role in supporting Family Integrated
Care, promoting infant feeding, encouraging parental involvement and ensuring
families receive compassionate support throughout their neonatal journey. You
will work closely with medical, nursing and allied health professional
colleagues to ensure effective multidisciplinary care and positive patient
outcomes.
The post holder will contribute to education and workforce
development by supporting preceptorship, mentorship and the ongoing training of
nursing staff and students. There will be opportunities to participate in
clinical audit, quality improvement programmes, governance activities, research
and service development initiatives that enhance standards of care.
We are committed to supporting career progression and
professional development. The successful applicant will have access to
leadership development programmes, clinical supervision, specialist neonatal
education and opportunities to participate in Trust-wide and network-based
projects.
This role requires a dynamic and adaptable individual with
excellent communication skills, strong clinical credibility and a commitment to
continuous improvement. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability
to lead by example, influence practice positively and maintain high standards
of professional conduct in accordance with the NMC Code.
If you are an
experienced neonatal nurse looking to take the next step in your career and
make a meaningful contribution to neonatal services, we would welcome your
application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a
Band 6 Neonatal Sister / Charge Nurse to join our established Special Care Baby
Unit at Darlington Memorial Hospital within County Durham and Darlington NHS
Foundation Trust.
This leadership role is ideal for an experienced neonatal
nurse who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care while
supporting the development of staff and services. Working within our special
care baby unit at Darlington Memorial Hospital, you will provide expert
clinical care and operational leadership within a supportive and progressive
neonatal environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for
coordinating clinical activity, managing patient flow and acuity, supporting
safe staffing, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care.
As a senior member of the nursing team, you will act as nurse in charge on a
regular basis and provide professional leadership, guidance and support to
colleagues across the neonatal service.
You will play a key role in supporting Family Integrated
Care, promoting infant feeding, encouraging parental involvement and ensuring
families receive compassionate support throughout their neonatal journey. You
will work closely with medical, nursing and allied health professional
colleagues to ensure effective multidisciplinary care and positive patient
outcomes.
The post holder will contribute to education and workforce
development by supporting preceptorship, mentorship and the ongoing training of
nursing staff and students. There will be opportunities to participate in
clinical audit, quality improvement programmes, governance activities, research
and service development initiatives that enhance standards of care.
We are committed to supporting career progression and
professional development. The successful applicant will have access to
leadership development programmes, clinical supervision, specialist neonatal
education and opportunities to participate in Trust-wide and network-based
projects.
This role requires a dynamic and adaptable individual with
excellent communication skills, strong clinical credibility and a commitment to
continuous improvement. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability
to lead by example, influence practice positively and maintain high standards
of professional conduct in accordance with the NMC Code.
If you are an
experienced neonatal nurse looking to take the next step in your career and
make a meaningful contribution to neonatal services, we would welcome your
application.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration neonatal nursing experience
- Experience of caring for babies requiring special care and high dependency support
- Experience of coordinating shifts and managing clinical workload
- Experience supporting junior staff, students and new team members
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team environment
Desirable
- Experience acting as nurse in charge
- Experience participating in audit, quality improvement or service development work
- Experience in neonatal stabilisation and emergency care
- Experience contributing to governance activities
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced neonatal clinical knowledge and skills
- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to coordinate and prioritise complex workloads
- Knowledge of neonatal clinical governance and patient safety principles
- Ability to lead and motivate staff
- Understanding of Family Integrated Care principles
- Ability to recognise and escalate deterioration appropriately
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement
Desirable
- Understanding of workforce planning and resource management
- Knowledge of neonatal network standards and national guidance
- Experience undertaking audit, research or quality improvement activities
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
- Ability to work across Trust neonatal sites
- Commitment to professional development and leadership responsibilities
- Demonstrates Trust values and behaviours
Desirable
- Participation in Trust-wide or regional neonatal projects
- Involvement in teaching, education or practice development programmes
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Sick Children's Nurse (RSCN)
- Current NMC registration
- Qualification in Specialty (QIS) in Neonatal Care
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing/Mentorship qualification
- Leadership or management qualification
- Degree level study or working towards degree / masters level qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration neonatal nursing experience
- Experience of caring for babies requiring special care and high dependency support
- Experience of coordinating shifts and managing clinical workload
- Experience supporting junior staff, students and new team members
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team environment
Desirable
- Experience acting as nurse in charge
- Experience participating in audit, quality improvement or service development work
- Experience in neonatal stabilisation and emergency care
- Experience contributing to governance activities
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced neonatal clinical knowledge and skills
- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to coordinate and prioritise complex workloads
- Knowledge of neonatal clinical governance and patient safety principles
- Ability to lead and motivate staff
- Understanding of Family Integrated Care principles
- Ability to recognise and escalate deterioration appropriately
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement
Desirable
- Understanding of workforce planning and resource management
- Knowledge of neonatal network standards and national guidance
- Experience undertaking audit, research or quality improvement activities
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
- Ability to work across Trust neonatal sites
- Commitment to professional development and leadership responsibilities
- Demonstrates Trust values and behaviours
Desirable
- Participation in Trust-wide or regional neonatal projects
- Involvement in teaching, education or practice development programmes
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Sick Children's Nurse (RSCN)
- Current NMC registration
- Qualification in Specialty (QIS) in Neonatal Care
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing/Mentorship qualification
- Leadership or management qualification
- Degree level study or working towards degree / masters level 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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
