Neonatal Unit manager
- Employer
- Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
- Location
- Reading
- Salary
- £46,148 to £52,809 per annum
- Closing date
- 14 Jan 2025
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- Profession
- Other Health Profession
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
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We are looking for a dynamic Senior QIS Neonatal nurse to join us at the Royal Berkshire hospital as a Unit Manager, to help drive change and support in the forward planning of the neonatal service.
This is an exciting opportunity for a professional role model who will be able to lead and co-ordinate the nursing team whilst being accountable for the overall provision for excellent nursing care.
We are a busy local neonatal unit supporting a maternity unit that has 5,000 deliveries per year. We have 2 intensive care, 6 high dependency and 8 special care cots and support a 5 bedded Transitional care unit.
Arranging an informal visit is highly recommended, please contact Kate Hand on 01183226998 or Kate Egginton 0118 322 8528
Main duties of the job
To be clinically and managerially responsible for the provision of appropriate staffing levels and skill mix
To ensure effective management of the 16 cots and 5 Transitional care cots within our LNU.
To be competent in the delivery and supervision of a high quality nursing care across all areas of the neonatal service.
To be an excellent leader, communicator, educator and innovator to progress the development of the team and the neonatal service.
To provide senior nurse leadership and deputise in the absence of the Lead Nurse/Matron.
To provide a safe and supportive environment for staff, babies and relatives.
To ensure all staff work towards the trust vision and personally uphold the trust values.
Demonstrate kindness and respect to all members of the MDT and role model the leadership behavioural framework.
About us
The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is the main provider of hospital services for the population of Reading, Newbury, Wokingham and the towns and villages of west Berkshire.
At our heart we are a local hospital that works with NHS and social care partners to provide excellent healthcare services for over 500,000 people who currently live in our catchment area. We also provide specialist hospital services beyond the county's borders.
Diversity is what makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Values
Essential
Desirable
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Craven Road
Reading
RG15AN
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
193-6829091UCGB7-NEOMNGR
This is an exciting opportunity for a professional role model who will be able to lead and co-ordinate the nursing team whilst being accountable for the overall provision for excellent nursing care.
We are a busy local neonatal unit supporting a maternity unit that has 5,000 deliveries per year. We have 2 intensive care, 6 high dependency and 8 special care cots and support a 5 bedded Transitional care unit.
Arranging an informal visit is highly recommended, please contact Kate Hand on 01183226998 or Kate Egginton 0118 322 8528
Main duties of the job
To be clinically and managerially responsible for the provision of appropriate staffing levels and skill mix
To ensure effective management of the 16 cots and 5 Transitional care cots within our LNU.
To be competent in the delivery and supervision of a high quality nursing care across all areas of the neonatal service.
To be an excellent leader, communicator, educator and innovator to progress the development of the team and the neonatal service.
To provide senior nurse leadership and deputise in the absence of the Lead Nurse/Matron.
To provide a safe and supportive environment for staff, babies and relatives.
To ensure all staff work towards the trust vision and personally uphold the trust values.
Demonstrate kindness and respect to all members of the MDT and role model the leadership behavioural framework.
About us
The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is the main provider of hospital services for the population of Reading, Newbury, Wokingham and the towns and villages of west Berkshire.
At our heart we are a local hospital that works with NHS and social care partners to provide excellent healthcare services for over 500,000 people who currently live in our catchment area. We also provide specialist hospital services beyond the county's borders.
Diversity is what makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To act as the professional role model, leading and co-ordinating the nursing team.
- To have continuous responsibility for the management and organisation of the ward/department within the available resources.
- To be accountable for the overall provision of excellent nursing care and to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.
- To act as advocate for the child and family.
- Deputise for Lead Nurse as required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- QIS trained
- Evidence of Leadership/management
- Previous clinical experience in neonatal care
Desirable
- Evidence of Degree level education
Values
Essential
- Demonstrating excellent communication
- demonstrates understanding of Compassion
- Identifies trust values
Desirable
- Values based course
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Craven Road
Reading
RG15AN
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
193-6829091UCGB7-NEOMNGR
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