Overview
Neonatal Ward Manager role at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust. Base site: Royal Lancaster Infirmary. The role involves leading and developing nursing staff and services to provide high quality, safe, cost-effective care for babies and families, under the supervision of the Neonatal Matron.
The post holder will sustain clinical credibility and visibility, participate in a clinical rota with the Matron to maintain skills, and contribute to delivering excellent care through a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
* Provide professional and managerial leadership in the delivery of high quality, safe, cost-effective neonatal care for babies and families.
* Manage and develop nursing staff and services within the Local Neonatal Unit.
* Ensure clinical standards and professional practice are maintained within the unit and coordinate staff resources and the environment.
* Support the Matron for Neonatal Services and help shape the future of the service.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of safe and effective care and a positive experience for families.
Qualifications
* A qualified specialist neonatal nurse with experience at band 6 or above.
* Specialist clinical knowledge, strong communication and leadership skills.
Additional Information
* The Trust operates from multiple sites: Furness General Hospital (Barrow), Royal Lancaster Infirmary (Lancaster), and Westmorland General Hospital (Kendal), plus community premises.
* The Trust is committed to inclusion and diversity, eliminating discrimination, reducing health inequalities, promoting equal opportunities, and respecting all colleagues and patients.
* Flourish at Work is part of the workforce wellbeing initiative.
* The successful applicant may be entitled to assistance with removal and other expenses for relocation.
* For informal discussions, contact: Helen Wallace, Matron for Neonatal Services, helen.wallace@mbht.nhs.uk, 01229 403990.
Note: This description omits boilerplate job board text and non-essential postings while preserving the role’s core responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations.
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