Description
Are you a compassionate, highly skilled, and dedicated Band 6 Neonatal Nurse (Qualified in Specialty – QIS)? Evolve Staffing Ltd. is actively seeking an exceptional clinical practitioner to join specialist neonatal intensive care (NICU), high dependency (HDU), and special care baby units (SCBU) across a flagship major NHS acute hospital trust based in Cheshire.
Operating within one of Cheshire’s primary major NHS acute hospital facilities—a high-acuity, specialized tertiary neonatal environment compared to general pediatric or community settings—this is a rewarding locum opportunity for an experienced NMC-registered neonatal nurse to make a profound difference in the care of premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborn infants and their families. Whether you are an experienced Band 6 QIS practitioner seeking flexible agency shifts or looking for consistent locum placements across neonatal intensive care bays, stabilization units, and transitional care wards, Evolve Staffing Ltd. provides a supportive clinical framework where clinical excellence, advanced neonatal safety, and family-centered developmental care are paramount.
Key Responsibilities
As a Band 6 Neonatal Nurse representing Evolve Staffing Ltd. within a major Cheshire NHS acute hospital, you will provide advanced, specialized, and evidence-based neonatal nursing care across high-acuity units. Your core duties will include:
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Care Planning: Formulating and executing complex, individualized neonatal care plans for premature and critically ill neonates.
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Medication Management: Calculating, preparing, and administering complex neonatal medications, TPN infusions, and IV therapies per NMC guidelines.
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MDT Collaboration: Working alongside consultant neonatologists, pediatric surgeons, advanced neonatal nurse practitioners (ANNPs), and allied health teams.
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Advanced Ventilation: Managing invasive mechanical ventilation, CPAP, High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), and oxygen therapy monitoring.
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Clinical Skills: Executing advanced neonatal clinical skills, including arterial line management, central line care (UVC/UAC/PICC), and blood sampling.
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Family Support: Delivering compassionate, family-integrated care, guiding parents through developmental care, feeding support, and complex unit stays.
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Clinical Leadership: Providing clinical supervision, shift leadership, and mentorship to Band 5 nurses, student nurses, and support staff.
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Emergency Stabilization: Leading and assisting in neonatal resuscitation, clinical stabilization, and emergency transport prep within the unit.
Requirements & Qualifications
To be successful in this Band 6 Neonatal Nurse (QIS) application via Evolve Staffing Ltd. in Cheshire, you must demonstrate:
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Valid NMC PIN: Active registration as a Registered Nurse (RGN / RSCN / RN Child / RM) on the NMC register with no restrictions.
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Specialty Qualification: Post-registration Qualified in Specialty (QIS) Neonatal Nursing qualification (e.g., ENB 405 or equivalent).
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Hospital Experience: Minimum 12–18 months post-QIS clinical experience within an NHS acute Level 2 (LNU) or Level 3 (NICU) Neonatal Unit.
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Communication Skills: Meticulous clinical recording capability on electronic patient record systems (EHR/BadgerNet).
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Neonatal Life Support: Valid certification in Neonatal Life Support (NLS) or Advanced Resuscitation of the Newborn Infant (ARNI).
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Compliance & Vetting: Valid UK Right to Work, Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, and complete occupational health clearance.
Benefits & Rewards
At Evolve Staffing Ltd., we value our specialist neonatal nursing workforce and offer a comprehensive rewards package to support your work-life balance and career progression:
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Ultimate Flexibility: Choose your preferred rota—Day shifts, Night shifts, Weekends, or Long Days to suit your schedule.
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Competitive Pay: Top-tier hourly locum rates with generous enhanced pay structures for unsocial hours, nights, and Bank Holidays.
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Major NHS Postings: Secure high-demand shifts across major NHS acute hospital sites and specialist neonatal units throughout Cheshire.
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Career Support: Access to ongoing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) modules and dedicated guidance with your NMC Revalidation portfolio.
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Bespoke Recruitment: Fast-track compliance onboarding led by an experienced recruitment consultant offering 24/7 support.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your specialist neonatal nursing career across major NHS acute units in Cheshire, submit your CV today by clicking “Apply Now” for a confidential discussion with our specialist healthcare recruitment team.
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