Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse- Neonatal

The post holder will act as a role model for junior team members in the delivery of consistent high standards of nursing practice, promoting a Family Integrated Care model.

They will deputise for the Senior Sister and will support the leadership and management of the department with particular emphasis on quality and clinical standards.

They will have clinical responsibility for managing the Neonatal service when on shift, ensuring patient flow and capacity is managed safely, they will have an active involvement in safeguarding and supporting safe discharge.

The band 6 will coordinate and allocate staff each shift, considering safety, competence and skill mix. They will be a visible presence for staff, families and visitors.

The individual will be required to work closely with the internal and external MDT.

The post holder will take on designated duties that support the development of staff and promote evidenced based care.

In the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse during nights and weekends the individual will be required to make decisions with the MDT, solve problems and escalate concerns via appropriate channels.

The post holder will be required to continually develop to enhance their professional knowledge and skills. They will be supported to grow their confidence with leadership.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Qualifications

Essential: - * Registered Child Branch Nurse, Adult Nurse or Midwife on the NMC register; - * Qualification in speciality. Neonatal Critical Care/ Intensive Care

Desirable: - * Health care management / leadership qualification

Experience