Deputy Sister Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

3 months ago

Peterborough, United Kingdom North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Neonatal Services at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.

We are looking for Band 6 Sisters for our busy Level 2 (LNU) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Peterborough City Hospital.

Our Neonatal Unit has 20 cots and cares for babies born at 27 weeks gestation or greater.

We are seeking to appoint experienced and motivated nurses to join our team of highly skilled and knowledgeable professionals, who are passionate about delivering a high quality service to babies and their families. You must be an experienced B5 QIS nurse, interested in furthering your leadership skills and should demonstrate expert communication skills and a caring manner.

Please note that we can only consider applications from individuals with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN, as we are currently unable to support OSCE.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support the Ward Manager, working closely with all disciplines to ensure the promotion of a high standard of care for babies and families and to encourage teamwork within a multidisciplinary setting. The post holder will take charge of the ward in the absence of the ward manager and provide leadership to junior colleagues and students within their area of work.

About us

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff); Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme: Flexible working opportunities; Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours night shifts, weekends, bank holidays; Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role; Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment; Access to our in-house physiotherapy service; On-site canteens offering subsidised meals; Subsidised staff parking (currently free); Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see detailed job description and person specification for further information regarding this post.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

Registered nurse Adult or Child Qualified in Speciality (Neonates), ENB 405 or equivalent Minimum 2 years post registration experience on a neonatal unit at Band 5 Evidence of Neonatal Advanced Life support training Experience of mentorship/teaching for trained and untrained staff Experience of supporting and teaching junior colleagues

Desirable

ENB 997/8 or relevant teaching qualification Participation in leadership programme eg Leo or Chrysalis Experience of project work as lead or active participant

Knowledge

Essential

Excellent theoretical and practical knowledge of nursing within this clinical area Knowledge of NMC Codes of Conduct and/or guidance of professional practice Awareness of Health and Safety and Risk Management Strategies Ability to demonstrate knowledge of child protection issues Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and carers' cultural and emotional needs Knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Ability manage own time effectively and that of junior colleagues Ability to work flexibly as part of a team.

Desirable

Awareness of broader issues within the Trust and NHS Experience of Clinical Supervision Awareness of Trust and Department policies and philosophies Awareness of budget management

Key Skills

Essential

Excellent verbal communication skills with all members of the health care team, colleagues, parents and carers Demonstrate awareness of the need for confidentiality at all times Good multi -disciplinary skills (liaison) Good written presentation skills and maintenance of accurate records Has a positive approach to patient and family centred care Effectively prioritises and coordinates own work and that of others Ability to motivate others Willingness to promote and adapt to change as the team/organisation develops Shows good leadership qualities - ability to assess situations, problem solve, identify solutions, support and challenge Demonstrates understanding of safeguarding issues Appreciates the significance of safeguarding and interprets this accurately for all individua Can demonstrate an ability to contribute towards a safe environment

Desirable

Willingness to actively participate in mechanisms to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the team through audit Is up -to -date with legislation and current events

Other

Essential

Recognises the limits of own authority within the role Seeks and uses professional support appropriately Understands the principle of confidentiality Demonstrates professional curiosity Flexibility to work over seven days per week, to support the delivery of a 24hr service Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives cultural, religious and emotional needs and beliefs

Experience

Essential

Experience of supporting and teaching student/junior colleagues Experience of mentorship/teaching for trained and untrained staff Evidence of Neonatal Advanced Life support training Experience of managing ward and leading the shift in absence of senior colleagues. A team player able to work well with others and demonstrate commitment to team objectives Ability to work effectively in a busy environment Ability to remain calm and work effectively in pressure situations

Desirable

Experience of project work as lead or active participant

Emotional Awareness

Essential

Aware of the range of emotions in self and others Demonstrates empathy for the concerns of others Listens to and understands directly and indirectly expressed feelings Encourages others to express themselves openly Manages strong emotions and responds constructively to the source of problems Shows respect for others' feelings, views and circumstances n highly stressful situations keeps own feelings in check, takes constructive action and calms others down

Desirable

Has a range of mechanisms for dealing with stress, can recognise when to use them and does so Listens to personal comments without becoming defensive

Self -awareness

Essential

Has a balanced understanding of self and others Has a realistic knowledge of personal strengths and areas for development Can demonstrate flexibility of approach Shows a realistic appreciation of the challenges of working with children Self-awareness - can identify own strengths and weaknesses and use reflection

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