Walnut is a busy SCU which is currently business planning to become a LNU. We have twenty two cots, three of which are currently designated as high dependency. Our birth rate is rising, with around 5000 deliveries a year.

The successful candidate will need to have:

Ist level registration with the NMC as a Registered Nurse, or Children's Nurse

Neonatal QIS

Mentorship qualification

Substantial post registration neonatal experience in an acute hospital setting

Main duties of the job

The post holder carries continuing responsibility throughout the 24-hour period for the evidence based assessment of care needs, the development of programmes of care and the setting of standards of care on Walnut Ward (SCBU).

They also have continuing responsibility for the management of the ward as a total resource, including deployment, teaching and supervision of staff

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We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Registration on the NMC register as a Children's or Adult Nurse
• Diploma or degree in relevant subject, or working towards
• Neonatal QIS
• Mentorship qualification
• Committed to personal professional development
• Current NLS certificate
• In depth knowledge child of protection
• Teaching skills

Desirable

• Masters
• Management qualification
• Cannulation /phlebotomy skills
• Evidence of further study
• Experience of other care settings

Experience

Essential

• At least five years neonatal nursing experience, of which three years should be at band 6, working in an acute neonatal care environment
• Previous management experience
• Previous management experience
• In depth knowledge of child protection

Desirable

• Experience of other care settings
• Previous band 7 experience

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth wood road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

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252-6599378