Role Summary This is a level 1 unit with 8 designated special care cots, but with some degree of flexibility in providing intensive care and high dependency Cots when needed.
Ideally, we are looking for someone with experience as a Band 6 in Neonatal Unit LNU/NICU The post holder will be responsible for providing effective care to special care, high dependency and intensive care Neonates without direct supervision in any situation.
Deputise in the absence of the Ward manager.
In charge of the ward and to support Junior members of the team as well as student Nurses.
Take part in regular performance appraisal.
The post holder will require resilience to deliver specialist Nursing care in at times, stressful and emotionally demanding environments.
About the Role For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role: We are looking for a motivated and experienced Senior Neonatal Staff Nurse to join our Special care baby unit in Barnstaple.
The role is to promote high standards of care and acts as a role model providing clinical leadership to the Nursing and wider multidisciplinary team.
The post holder will also demonstrate continuing professional development that reflects individual needs, the needs of the team and the needs of the organisation.
Come and join a small friendly team who will provide you with support to fulfil your maximum potential.
Informal visits can be arranged with prospective candidates by contacting the ward directly to speak to the Senior Nurses or Ward manager.
Working Pattern: hours per week, : to :.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
For further information please contact: Ade Agoro, SCBU Ward Manager,on an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.
We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over , staff, making us the largest employer in Devon.
Our core services, which we provide to more than , people, cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes.
We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you'll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications.
Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills.
Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.