We are looking for an adaptable individual who has excellent interpersonal skills, works well as part of the multi-disciplinary team, and has an ability to work under pressure, whilst moving the services forward. If this sounds like you, we invite you to join our dynamic, friendly, and supportive team.
With the NHS Peoples Promise at the heart of our ethos we pride ourselves on being a small inclusive unit with a positive and compassionate culture.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking neonatal team. We are proud of our achievements at East Cheshire Trust, which set in the heart of the Cheshire countryside with easy access to the M6 motorway and Manchester. As a valued member of our neonatal unit you will be part of an innovative team that will help us to excel further to deliver our Trust objectives and values.
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Main duties of the job
The Neonatal Service at Macclesfield District General Hospital aims to provide a high quality, safe, family integrated care, which meets the holistic needs of infants and their families.
If you are passionate and committed to the development and application of high quality patient care, as we are, we want to hear from you.
We are looking for a Band 6 Nurse/Midwife to work on our 8 cot Neonatal Unit where we provide individualised care, delivering special/high dependency care and short term intensive care for sick and preterm newborns over 32 weeks gestation.
We also work in collaboration with the Maternity staff to care for babies requiring Transitional care on our Maternity ward.
The Neonatal Unit is integral to the Maternity Unit which delivers approx 1500 babies per year and is part of the pro‑active Cheshire and Mersey Operational Delivery Network.
To be successful, you will possess excellent organisational, communication and team working skills, and the ability to deliver high quality holistic care with an emphasis on working in partnership with children and their families.
The successful candidate will work as shift lead supporting the band 5 Nurse/Midwife on shift and participate in shifts over a 24hr rota.
Registered Nurse or Midwife
QIS (Qualified in Speciality)
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration as Midwife / Nurse
* QIS (Qualified in Specialty)
* Degree
* Leadership course
* Management training
Knowledge & Skills
* Extensive knowledge of neonatal nursing
* Ability to manage the unit as a shift leader
* Evidence of advanced clinical skills
Experience
* Experience in specialty
* Awareness of political issues affecting healthcare
Other Role Requirements
* Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
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.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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