Job overview
Please Note:
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK independently, with a visa or immigration status that allows them to fulfil the full duration and type of contract offered. The Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Do you want to be a part of an exciting and dynamic Neonatal Team? We are looking for an enthusiastic, self motivated and forward thinking experienced Neonatal Nurse for our Special Care Baby Unit. We are an exeptionally busy SCU with 22 cots, including 3 HDU and 4 Transitional Care. We support one of the busiest delivery suites in the ODN. We have a supportive Neonatal Matron and a Team of Band 7 Senior Sisters including PDN's, Research nurse and Infant Feeding Lead. We are part of a large Neonatal workforce which includes Neonatal Outreach, Neonatal/Paediatric Consultants and AHP's. We have had excellent feedback from GIRFT and PEER review, we have also been awarded Silver Bliss accreditation and have received BFI stage 1.
We are seeking a QIS experienced Neonatal nurse to work alongside our band 6 team. The ideal applicant must have achieved neonatal QIS. They will have at least 2 years’ neonatal experience at band 5 and one year post QIS experience.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for coordinating the evidence based assessment of care needs, and carrying out these tasks. The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without supervision, and to coordinate training, supervision and mentorship of qualified and unqualified staff, under the guidance of the Senior Sister/Charge nurse. As the designated deputy the post holder is expected to deputise for, manage and coordinate the ward in the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge nurse.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities include assessment of care needs and ensuring these are implemented whilst working in partnership with babies and their families. To be a support to families, carers, siblings and colleagues, ensuring any spiritual, psychological and emotional needs are met.
Post holder will ensure the smooth running of the ward, liaising with all members of the multidisciplinary teams to provide adequate discharge planning and support for families.
Follows and adheres to the NMC code of conduct, promotes and maintains a professional appearance and manner at all times in accordance with Trust policy.
Completes all mandatory training as outlined on Engage and by the Senior nursing team, encourages colleagues complete mandatory training and when needed help to deliver training.
Identifies in partnership with the Senior nurse/Charge nurse areas of practice where their role can be extended, to enhance the service provided for babies and their families. Participates in and co-ordinates teaching, research and audit projects.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years neonatal experience at band 5 and one year post QIS experience
- Experience of using evidence based practice
Desirable
- Experience of being in charge in a neonatal setting
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Able to demonstrate clinical knowledge, skills and expertise
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Strong leadership, decision-making, and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage complex situations
- Competent in IV administration, cannulation and phlebotomy
- Knowledge of safeguarding children
- Knowledge of infection control.
- Digital Literacy and ability to use NHS IT systems.
- Competent to attend preterm deliveries
Desirable
- Experience in mentoring and training junior staff.
- Knowledge of NHS policies, procedures, and clinical governance frameworks.
- In-depth understanding of FI care
Education and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse with professional registration and NMC pin
- Educated to degree level in nursing or equivalent experience
- Practice Assessor qualification
- Completion of a Practice Supervisor programme
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Neonatal QIS
- Newborn Life Support qualification
Desirable
- BFI Training
- Leadership and management
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This advert is for Registered Nurse Neonatal B6 with Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust in Darent Valley Hospital. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse (neonatal) role. The advertised salary is Dependant on experience. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 01 Sep 2026.
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