Neonatal Sister/Charge Nurse (Band 6)
Mid Yorkshire NHS Trust Neonatal Unit The Neonatal Unit, Mid Yorkshire NHS Trust has a 22 cot, Level Two Local Neonatal Unit (including 3 intensive care cots, 5 high dependency cots, 15 special care cots, and a 5 cot transitional care unit). We admit approximately 450 babies annually and are dedicated to delivering high-quality, family-centered care to sick and pre-term infants. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Neonatal Sister/Charge Nurse to join our dynamic Neonatal Unit. We are a busy, high-volume unit, admitting around 450 babies. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, family-centred care to sick and pre-term infants, ensuring that we meet the needs of our diverse population. We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Neonatal Sister/Charge Nurse to provide compassionate care in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You'll play a key role in ensuring exceptional care standards, embracing innovation, and working collaboratively with our supportive team. We offer a friendly and supportive environment, welcoming new ideas and innovative approaches. The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive preceptorship package. Friendly, inclusive work environment Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in neonatal care Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities: Lead and support a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional neonatal care to infants and their families. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Neonatal Unit, ensuring that patient care standards and safety protocols are maintained. Act as a role model for clinical practice, providing guidance and support to junior nurses, allied health professionals, and other team members. Contribute to service development and transformation within the unit, ensuring continuous improvement and adapting to the changing needs of the population. Participate in training and development activities, including providing supervision and mentoring to staff. Collaborate with Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, Neonatal Community Outreach Nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a seamless care experience for babies and families. Ensure that all care provided aligns with local and national guidelines, policies, and best practices. Qualifications Essential Professional Qualification. Registered Nurse/Registered Childrens Nurse. Post graduate qualification in relevant area of practice / commitment to undertake degree programme. Recognised Teaching and assessing qualification or willingness to undertake. Evidence of continuing professional development. Newborn Life Support Qualification. Desirable Preparation for Mentorship/Support Learning in Practice qualification or equivalent. Evidence of MSc level study or working towards. First degree in health-related subject. Experience Essential Significant post registration experience. Evidence of clinical and professional expertise underpinned by knowledge acquired through CPD. Ability to apply audit and evidence-based nursing practice. Experience of leading innovation and change. Experience of clinical teaching and/or supporting students in practice. Desirable Experience of classroom based teaching. Other Essential Ability to work in clinical environments where exposure to heat and body fluids are encountered. Ability to satisfy Occupational Health Screening. Desirable May be required to support patient moving and handling and manoeuvres. Knowledge and Awareness Essential A comprehensive understanding of own development and training needs. Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory. A clear understanding and application of the principles of professional accountability and confidentiality. Awareness of limitations. Desirable Awareness of ward and educational budgets and resources. Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to assess competency in others. Ability to recognise and analyse complex situations and or deviation from normal and act upon it. Ability to deal with issues of risk management within the clinical context. Ability to organise, prioritise and coordinate own work. Experience of teaching and mentoring learners. Demonstrates good presentation skills. Able to produce reports and written materials to support role as required/requested. Evidence of planning, implementing, and evaluating education and development programmes. Evidence of planning, implementing, and delivering teaching and training clinical staff. Evidence of working to agreed timescales. Commitment to evidence-based practice. Self-directed, self-motivated, innovative, and dynamic. Adopts a flexible approach to work and service delivery. Desirable European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) or equivalent computer skills. Record of efficiency, Good communication and positive contributions to previous employment. Proven record of excellent filing and organisational skills. Personal Attributes Essential Enthusiasm and motivation. Reliability, flexibility. Approachable. Committed to high professional standards. Able to motivate others. Able to make decisions and lead effectively. Excellent listening skills. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Able to effectively prioritise. Excellent writing skills. Flexible and positive style and approach to work. Commitment to quality initiatives, research, and its application to practice. Good team member. Always puts patients first. Customer service focus. Willing and able to take personal responsibility. Demonstrates passion for education and excellence. Takes pride in their work and their team. Flexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives. Respects, values, and cares for others. Supports learning and development of self and others. Supports and promotes equality and diversity.
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Mid Yorkshire NHS Trust Neonatal Unit The Neonatal Unit, Mid Yorkshire NHS Trust has a 22 cot, Level Two Local Neonatal Unit (including 3 intensive care cots, 5 high dependency cots, 15 special care cots, and a 5 cot transitional care unit). We admit approximately 450 babies annually and are dedicated to delivering high-quality, family-centered care to sick and pre-term infants. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Neonatal Sister/Charge Nurse to join our dynamic Neonatal Unit. We are a busy, high-volume unit, admitting around 450 babies. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, family-centred care to sick and pre-term infants, ensuring that we meet the needs of our diverse population. We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Neonatal Sister/Charge Nurse to provide compassionate care in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You'll play a key role in ensuring exceptional care standards, embracing innovation, and working collaboratively with our supportive team. We offer a friendly and supportive environment, welcoming new ideas and innovative approaches. The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive preceptorship package. Friendly, inclusive work environment Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in neonatal care Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities: Lead and support a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional neonatal care to infants and their families. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Neonatal Unit, ensuring that patient care standards and safety protocols are maintained. Act as a role model for clinical practice, providing guidance and support to junior nurses, allied health professionals, and other team members. Contribute to service development and transformation within the unit, ensuring continuous improvement and adapting to the changing needs of the population. Participate in training and development activities, including providing supervision and mentoring to staff. Collaborate with Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, Neonatal Community Outreach Nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a seamless care experience for babies and families. Ensure that all care provided aligns with local and national guidelines, policies, and best practices. Qualifications Essential Professional Qualification. Registered Nurse/Registered Childrens Nurse. Post graduate qualification in relevant area of practice / commitment to undertake degree programme. Recognised Teaching and assessing qualification or willingness to undertake. Evidence of continuing professional development. Newborn Life Support Qualification. Desirable Preparation for Mentorship/Support Learning in Practice qualification or equivalent. Evidence of MSc level study or working towards. First degree in health-related subject. Experience Essential Significant post registration experience. Evidence of clinical and professional expertise underpinned by knowledge acquired through CPD. Ability to apply audit and evidence-based nursing practice. Experience of leading innovation and change. Experience of clinical teaching and/or supporting students in practice. Desirable Experience of classroom based teaching. Other Essential Ability to work in clinical environments where exposure to heat and body fluids are encountered. Ability to satisfy Occupational Health Screening. Desirable May be required to support patient moving and handling and manoeuvres. Knowledge and Awareness Essential A comprehensive understanding of own development and training needs. Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory. A clear understanding and application of the principles of professional accountability and confidentiality. Awareness of limitations. Desirable Awareness of ward and educational budgets and resources. Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to assess competency in others. Ability to recognise and analyse complex situations and or deviation from normal and act upon it. Ability to deal with issues of risk management within the clinical context. Ability to organise, prioritise and coordinate own work. Experience of teaching and mentoring learners. Demonstrates good presentation skills. Able to produce reports and written materials to support role as required/requested. Evidence of planning, implementing, and evaluating education and development programmes. Evidence of planning, implementing, and delivering teaching and training clinical staff. Evidence of working to agreed timescales. Commitment to evidence-based practice. Self-directed, self-motivated, innovative, and dynamic. Adopts a flexible approach to work and service delivery. Desirable European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) or equivalent computer skills. Record of efficiency, Good communication and positive contributions to previous employment. Proven record of excellent filing and organisational skills. Personal Attributes Essential Enthusiasm and motivation. Reliability, flexibility. Approachable. Committed to high professional standards. Able to motivate others. Able to make decisions and lead effectively. Excellent listening skills. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Able to effectively prioritise. Excellent writing skills. Flexible and positive style and approach to work. Commitment to quality initiatives, research, and its application to practice. Good team member. Always puts patients first. Customer service focus. Willing and able to take personal responsibility. Demonstrates passion for education and excellence. Takes pride in their work and their team. Flexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives. Respects, values, and cares for others. Supports learning and development of self and others. Supports and promotes equality and diversity.
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