Job summary We are seeking a highly motivated Registered Nurse who is qualified in Neonatal speciality (QIS) to complement our neonatal team. This post offers the opportunity to work as a clinical QIS Band 6 in a level 1 Special Care Baby Unit which was the first in the country to be accredited GOLD as part of the Baby Friendly Initiative. As part of the team, you will assess, plan, evaluate and implement care for a group of babies within our 7 cot unit. You will also be responsible for maintaining standards on the unit alongside your senior nursing colleagues in the team and supporting our junior nurses, nursery nurse and student nurses. Part of your role will include taking charge of the ward regularly which will provide you the opportunity to develop your operational management skills. Main duties of the job Strong, professional leadership qualities are needed at this level. It is critical to the quality of care, staff morale, and the learning environment. In liaison with the Ward Manager and Unit Sisters/Charge nurses, the post holder will be responsible for leading and co-ordinating a dedicated team of nursing and support staff to ensure the highest standards or care for patients on SCBU to incorporate the 6 C's. To provide specialist knowledge to ensure practical and safe working environment acting as a resource for nursing and medical staff to ensure appropriate Neonatal nursing care. To act as a role model and provide professional, clinical and managerial leadership to nursing staff within the Unit. Positively influences the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care. Contribute to managing the nursing and material resources of the ward in a flexible and cost effective way. The post holder will adhere to NMC Code of Practice at all times and ensure ward compliance with and application of hospital policies and procedures. Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of Governance systems in the ward/department relating to Risk Management, Health and Safety and Controls Assurance. About us We believe all colleagues have a part to play in reflecting our values. These have been developed by teams across the Trust and provide a framework for our behaviours: we aim to show Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality in everything we do. Staff members are entitled to 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays. This entitlement increases to 29 days after 5 years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service. We believe that flexible working should be offered wherever possible in order to provide a seven day service to our patients and to accommodate a work/life balance for our staff. Flexible working can be used in many different ways to meet the needs of staff and services. Opportunities may include: Part-time roles Job sharing Flexi-time Compressed hours Career breaks Home/agile work We aim to show our staff recognition on a day-to-day basis by providing supportive and encouraging working environments. We also hold several events during the year to formally demonstrate our appreciation of our staff members' hard work and commitment to the Trust. Long Service Awards: staff who have worked for the Trust for 25, 35, and 40 years are presented with a gift at an annual ceremony; Celebrating Success Awards: this annual ceremony recognises staff's contribution to the delivery of outstanding care. Please note that the Trust is unfortunately not able to offer relocation packages for this position. Date posted 11 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum (pro rata) Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 421-PSC-1885R Job locations Harrogate District Hospital Lancaster Park Rd Harrogate HG2 7SX Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Nina Kapur on 01423 557735 nina.kapur1nhs.net Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Nina Kapur on 01423 557735 nina.kapur1nhs.net Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the NMC Register. Qualification in Speciality (QIS) - Neonatal Educated to post graduate level/ diploma in nursing or related field or equivalent experience. Desirable Evidence of post registration education Experience Essential Registered nurse -considerable post registration experience in Neonates Experience of providing professional, clinical and managerial leadership to nursing staff Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the NMC Register. Qualification in Speciality (QIS) - Neonatal Educated to post graduate level/ diploma in nursing or related field or equivalent experience. Desirable Evidence of post registration education Experience Essential Registered nurse -considerable post registration experience in Neonates Experience of providing professional, clinical and managerial leadership to nursing staff 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Address Harrogate District Hospital Lancaster Park Rd Harrogate HG2 7SX Employer's website https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)