Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Band 6 £37,338 - £44,962 per annum, pro rata if part-time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (part-time hours also available), all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 staff nurse to join the dynamic and supportive team in our local neonatal unit at MKUH NHS Foundation Trust.
The Neonatal Unit is a 16-bedded neonatal unit caring for babies from 27 weeks gestation, providing 5 intensive care/high dependency cots and 11 special care cots. We are part of the Thames Valley and Wessex Neonatal Network and the Bedford, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK) Local Maternity and Neonatal System (LMNS) and work closely with our colleagues in neighbouring units to provide high-quality care.
Across the Neonatal Unit, we continually strive to offer high-quality, evidence-based, and holistic care to all of our patients. We believe that we have much to offer any candidate who joins our team.
Previous applicants that have applied in the last 3 months need not apply
Interview: w/c 06 January 2025
Main duties of the job
To work collaboratively with the MDT to provide the highest standard of clinical nursing care to premature infants through multidisciplinary working and evidence-based practice.
To deliver high-quality patient care daily. The post holder should be knowledgeable in all areas of nursing care including resuscitation and stabilisation, admission to discharge, which facilitates clinical practice development. They will actively support the Senior Sisters, ensuring the effective running of the unit daily.
We require enthusiastic, caring, and motivated individuals to join our team as staff nurses to provide dynamic, high-quality nursing care to our babies and their families. We work closely with our maternity and paediatric colleagues and offer the option to be part of a rotational programme between the neonatal, paediatric wards, and paediatric ED.
As a unit, we have an active preceptorship and an exciting education programme, and we encourage all staff to undertake internal and external courses to ensure their continued development.
Opportunities include internal and external study days and University-based courses such as Mentorship and Qualification in speciality, with opportunities to undertake research, audit, and governance projects.
About us
'Nurses and midwives lead the charge in acknowledging the significance of every voice, boasting an impressive score of 7.19/10 in the theme "We each have a voice that counts."' (NHS Staff Survey 2023)
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital; our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trust's values and behaviours. At MKUH, we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
* Free on-site parking
* Free tea and coffee
* Great flexible working opportunities
* Discounted gym membership
* Lease car scheme
* Generous annual leave and pension scheme
* Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job responsibilities
Professional
* To undertake managerial responsibility for a team of nurses and support staff, providing high-quality 24-hour patient care in the most efficient and safe manner in accordance with Divisional and Trust policies and guidelines, in the absence of Band 7/Matron.
* To undertake the supervision and direction of junior staff, nursing support workers, and learners.
Clinical
* To demonstrate an advanced level of knowledge and practice and act as a role model at all times.
* In the absence of the Lead Nurse, maintain clinical leadership, working closely with the multidisciplinary team.
Management
* To provide professional leadership of the nursing team on a shift-by-shift basis, ensuring appropriate staff allocation and skill-mix, managing cot availability, and service provision.
* To establish and maintain effective communication channels within and outside the department by promoting teamwork and inter-personal relationships and encouraging others in the decision-making process and attending regular unit meetings and participating in Divisional Directorate forums as required.
Education
* Demonstrate responsibility for professional development.
To be responsible for continuing assessment of performance and the identification of development needs of the team members.
Personnel
* To participate in the appointment of staff within the nursing team.
* To assist the Band 7 team in the staff personal development reviews and personal development (PD and PDP).
Please refer to the job description for more details.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
* RN, RSCN, RN Child Branch
* Evidence of development at degree level
* Qualified in Speciality
* Teaching/Mentorship qualification - evidence of teaching ability
Experience
* Evidence of management ability and leadership qualities
* Evidence of continuous professional development
* Able to work with parents and families
* Experience in the use of computers
* Ability to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others, and able to work as a team leader
* Ability to facilitate change within the clinical area
* An awareness of research and evidence-based practice in the clinical setting
* Interest and academic ability to undertake further training within the speciality of neonatal nursing
* Previous experience in a leadership role
Skills
* Evidence of continuous professional development
* Able to work with parents and families
* Experience in the use of computers
* Counselling skills
* Teaching and mentoring skills
* Evidence of sound decision-making skills
* Organisational and interpersonal skills
* An awareness of research and evidence-based practice in the clinical setting
* Interest and academic ability to undertake further training within the specialty of neonatal nursing
* Clinical supervision/Coaching skill.
* Effective influencing skills with peer group & senior healthcare professionals.
* Excellent clinical and practical skills
Personal and people development
* Positive and assertive manner
* Demonstrates personal commitment and enthusiasm
* Works in a calm and organised manner and works as part of a cohesive team
* Ability to cope with pressurised environment and able to use own initiative
* Ability to work independently
* Flexibility, able to work rotational shifts
Communication
* Good communication skills written and verbal, with the ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity, and effectiveness at all levels
* Excellent clinical and practical skills
* Ability to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others
* Organisational and interpersonal skills and able to work as a team leader
* Advocacy skills
Specific requirements
* Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Milton Keynes University Hospital, Standing Way
£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata if part-time
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
430-WC6415363-F B6
Job locations
Milton Keynes University Hospital, Standing Way
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