Job Description

Join Our Supportive Team as a Band 5 Staff Nurse on the Neonatal Unit



We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 staff nurse to become a vital part of our friendly, experienced, and supportive Neonatal Unit team. As one of three Tertiary Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Units, we provide specialised care for sick term and preterm babies.

About Our Unit:

Facilities:

Our unit boasts 37 cots, including 9 Intensive Care, 9 High Dependency, and 19 Special Care cots, ensuring that we cater to the diverse needs of our smallest patients

Advanced Therapies:

We offer cutting-edge treatments, including cooling therapy, high-frequency oscillation, and nitric therapy, to support the complex care of our newborns

Transitional Care Services:

We prioritise minimising separation for babies and their families through our Transitional Care services, fostering a nurturing environment for both

Research and Outreach:

Be part of our well-established outreach and research team, committed to advancing neonatal care and improving outcomes for our patients

Accreditations:

We are proud to have achieved a Green accreditation in Family Integrated Care. Our commitment to high standards of care is complemented by our Stage One Baby Friendly Accreditation, reflecting our dedication to working collaboratively with families



We're seeking a dedicated healthcare professional to care for critically ill and preterm babies on our Neonatal Unit. As part of our team, you'll be supported to be flexible, reliable, and motivated, fostering a positive work environment.

Family-Centered Care:

We prioritise partnership with families, empowering them to care for their baby and promote a seamless transition from hospital to home. We're working towards accreditation for the Baby Friendly Initiative.

Responsibilities:

Care for critically ill newborns



Collaborate with families to educate and support them in caring for their baby



Contribute to a positive work environment, fostering teamwork and initiative



As a Band 5 staff nurse on our Neonatal Unit, you will receive ongoing support and development opportunities, enabling you to grow within a fulfilling and meaningful career.



If you are passionate about providing exceptional care to critically ill newborns and are looking to join a dynamic and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.



The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.



As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care , appreciate and inspire - to join our team.



In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.



To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk



This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.



The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/