In our state-of-the-art unit, you will lead by example, supporting your colleagues to uphold our high standards of clinical excellence. Enjoy the benefits of working within a culture that values teamwork and continuous improvement, all while being backed by a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, including psychologists. With a focus on the wellbeing of both staff and families, you'll have the opportunity to develop your clinical and leadership skills in a nurturing environment. Plus, with potential relocation packages and the beauty of Bath on your doorstep, your work-life balance will be truly enviable. Don’t miss the chance to join us in shaping the future of neonatal care!
Would you like to be a part of something amazing?
Do you want to work in the award winning purpose built Dyson Centre for neonatal care?
Would you like to work within a dynamic ward accredited team who put Family integrated and developmental care, and safety at the centre of all we do? Well look no further!We are very excited to be looking for a motivated Junior Sister/Charge Nurse to join our friendly team in Bath. We want an enthusiastic practitioner with excellent assessment and communication skills, eager to develop their clinical neonatal and leadership skills. Passionate about improving neonatal care and improving the experience of babies and their families. You will support staff to enable them to maintain high standards of clinical care and act as a role model.
We have a purpose built unit designed for our family's and team needs. Family integrated care is our core focus. We are a UNICEF Neonatal Baby Friendly fully accredited unit which we're immensely proud of. We pride ourselves in our open and encouraging culture, for a team approach to quality improvement.
We have an embedded Transitional Care pathway, and an established Outreach service. We are actively involved in the South West Neonatal Network. We have a team of AHPs including a Psychologist who all offer fantastic added support.
Substantive and fixed term developmental roles considered with potential Relocation Packages available on appointment.
You will also have excellent management and communication skills and take charge of the unit. Able to demonstrate effective clinical skills of a high quality, looking after special, high dependency and Intensive care babies. Able to demonstrate professional expertise and knowledge acquired through post registration academic study and clinical, leadership and management development. Managerial responsibility and accountability in the absence of the Lead Nurse, for the Neonatal Unit for the twenty four hour care delivery and management of the ward/area of work, including the supervision of staff and students. Expected to maintain a visible presence in the ward/area of work and provide a clear focus for effective clinical leadership to the nursing team . In return you will be supported by our skilled senior nursing and medical team
Surrounded by vast green spaces the RUH is only a bus journey away from the main hustle and bustle of the City. Bath is exploding with cultural attractions and historical sights, a scene overflowing with places to eat and drink, with some of the finest independent shops in Britain.
There's plenty going on beyond the city, with stunning countryside to explore including the Cotswolds at less than an hour away, shopping Malls to visit in the City of Bristol and a trip over the Severn Bridge will take you straight into Wales.
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