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Senior RGN Role – Maternity Support – ROYAL VICTORIA HOSPITAL
Branch: Belfast HSCT Location: Royal Victoria Hospital Salary: Band 6 (£38,682 – £46,580) Contract Type: Permanent Opening date: 25/06/26 Closing date: Thu, 09 July 2026 @ 4:30 PM Interview Dates: TBC
About the Role
We are seeking a Registered General Nurse (RGN) with specialist experience in maternity care to support our team at the Royal Victoria Hospital.
This role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, contributing to the healthcare of families during this vital time.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate and high-quality maternity care, ensuring the safe delivery of neonatal and obstetric services
- Work autonomously and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, including midwives, obstetricians, and other healthcare professionals
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, within legal and professional frameworks
- Adhere to NHS standards, protocols, and best practice guidelines in maternity and neonatal care
- Support women and their families through all stages of labour, birth, and the immediate postnatal period
- Implement patient safety practices, including infection control and multidisciplinary liaison
- Promote patient empowerment, offering advice, teaching, and support on maternal and neonatal health
- Maintain accurate and confidential documentation in line with regulatory requirements
- Participate in clinical audits, research, and clinical governance to improve service standards
- Foster a culture of continuous professional development, updating knowledge and skills in modern maternity practice
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Eligibility & Requirements
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Valid证明 (or equivalent) for practising in the UK, if applicable
- Specialist experience in maternity nursing is essential
- Proven ability to work in a pressure-proof environment with prioritisation skills
- Experience in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including obstetricians and midwives
- Commitment to professional development and maintaining up-to-date knowledge
- Willingness to adhere to NHS values and professional standards
Bonus Considerations
- Experience in delivering emergency and high-risk maternity care
- Familiarity with immediate postnatal and neonatal units
- Ability to support interdisciplinary training and education efforts
- Strong communication and cultural sensitivity to support diverse patient needs
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Fair Work & Benefits
We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are committed to supporting flexible working practices. Flexible working is welcomed from day one, including options such as:
- Part-time arrangements
- Compressed hours
- Hybrid working (where feasible for this role)
Benefits include:
- Competitive salary at Band 6 level
- Access to professional development and training programmes
- NVQ/PQ in Maternity or Neonatal Care opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Recognition of expertise in a specialised field
Further Information
Applicants must submit an online application only. A waiting list may be created for similar future opportunities, including part-time or temporary posts, managed as per updated HSC waiting list principles (active from 1 April 2026).
Important Notes
- A part-time waiting list covers all roles with fewer than 37.5 hours per week.
- Save or print this job description, as it will not be available after submission.
- For accessibility support or early assistance, applicants with disabilities should contact the relevant department.
Applicants are encouraged to review the HSC flexible working policy and application accessibility statement for more guidance.
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