Senior Staff Nurse - Neonatal Unit

Job overview

An opportunity has arisen for a band 6 post on the neonatal unit; both full and part time applications will be considered.

Applications are invited from nurses currently working as a Band 6 in a Neonatal Unit or suitably qualified band 5 nurses (QIS) with relevant experience on a neonatal unit.

Applicants will be required to attend an interview which will include a brief presentation on a topic which will be provided once shortlisting is completed.

Because it's a Great Place...

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an award winning district general hospital that's working hard to give the community it serves the best possible healthcare.   The Neonatal Unit works hard to provide excellent care to our babies and families.  We always strive to develop and improve and last year we achieved BFI (Stage 3) and FiCare Accreditations, and were the first Neonatal Unit in the North West to achieve both.

To achieve this we need the best possible people leading the ward as shift co-ordinators.

So come and join us, be proud of yourself.

Main duties of the job

An experienced and competent health care professional who supports the NNU Manager in the leadership and management of clinical excellence by making best use of the team, developing and implementing policy and guidelines, and by leading on improvements. The post holder will work collaboratively and cooperatively with others to meet the needs of neonates and their families and take an active part in line management, leadership and development of the team.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Band 6 staff nurse will act as a shift leader, ensuring the safe running of the ward.

See attached job description.