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Senior Charge Nurse - Women & Children's Neonatology B7
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Senior Charge Neonatal Nurse (Band 7) – Princess Royal Maternity, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, plus regional and national services for 2.2 million when inclusive.
About the Role
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The award-winning Neonatal Nursing team at Princess Royal Maternity invites experienced Neonatal Nurses to apply for a Band 7 position. We provide a friendly and progressive neonatal service featuring:
- Level 3 intensive care
- High dependency.
- Special care cots
- A 4-bedded rooming-in suite
- A fully developed community liaison service
We are a Baby-Friendly Unit and remain committed to high national performance standards. Seeking a Skilled Charge Nurse (SCN) with relevant experience to lead, develop and enhance our service, you will be instrumental in:
- Driving quality improvement.
- Supporting staff development.
- Collaborating in shaping the future of neonatal care.
Duration, Location & Working Pattern
- Princess Royal Maternity
- Permanent, full-time (part-time options will be considered)
- Rotational shifts, 7-day working, 11.5-hour shifts (day and night)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical leadership and ensure safe, effective patient care across the department
- Lead, develop, and support the nursing and midwifery team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care
- Maintain compliance with clinical governance, patient safety, infection prevention and quality standards
- Coordinate patient journeys, ensuring discharge planning and multidisciplinary working
- Manage workforce planning, resource allocation, recruitment and staff performance
- Champion continuous quality improvement via:
- Audit
- Patient feedback
- Evidence-based practice
- Collaborate in service development, supporting local and national health priorities
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Requirements
Qualifications & Competencies
- Registered Nurse or Midwife with a current NMC registration relevant to neonatal practice
- Neonatal-specific qualification and evidence of professional development to degree level or equivalent
- Substantial post-registration experience in neonatal or relevant clinical settings
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to:
- Motivate teams
- Provide staff development solutions
- Strong knowledge of:
- Clinical governance
- Patient safety protocols
- Infection prevention & control
- Quality improvement methodologies
- Exceptional communication, organisational and decision-making skills, with ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
- Proficient IT and information management skills
- Commitment to delivering outstanding patient experiences
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GENERAL BENEFITS
- 27 days annual leave (pro-rata scale with service length)
- 4 days paid public holidays
- NHS Pension Scheme with life insurance coverage
- Salary sacrifice car benefit
- Development opportunities including:
- Study bursaries
- e-learning modules
- Classroom-based courses
EMPLOYEE WELLBEING
- ** NHS discounts** on goods and services
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- Bursary Scheme (for professional development)
- Confidential employee counselling and psychological support
FLEXIBLE WORKING
NHSGGC recognises work-life balance and offers flexible working arrangements where possible, including for part-time roles.
Equality & Diversity Commitment
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde firmly believes in:
- A diverse workforce.
- Equal opportunities.
- Intangibility considerations for:
- Armed Forces Community (aligned to the Armed Forces Covenant).
- Military skills recognition during recruitment.
Interested?
For more information, contact Designated Senior Charge Nurse Susan Heron for an informal discussion:
📩 Email: susan.heron@nhs.scot 📞 Phone: 0141 211 6349 or 0141 451 5223
Please submit applications promptly. This vacancy may close early due to applicant volume.
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