Role Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated nurse to join the Neonatal Unit at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
Would you value the opportunity to create the perfect work/life balance, while developing your career within a progressive Neonatal Unit based in the beautiful Cathedral City of Exeter? With excellent transport links, easy access to the M5, proximity to Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks, and the stunning beaches of the South Devon coast, this is an exciting opportunity to combine professional development with quality of life.
Our purpose-built Neonatal Unit is a spacious 26-cot unit, providing care across Intensive Care, High Dependency, Special Care and Transitional Care. You will join a highly skilled, motivated and supportive multidisciplinary team, committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate, family-centred care.
We are proud to be UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative Gold accredited, reflecting our strong commitment to infant feeding, parental involvement and compassionate care.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
As a Band 5 Nurse or Midwife, you will:
Deliver safe, evidence-based neonatal care in line with national and local guidelines
Support babies and families across a range of neonatal care settings
Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team
Communicate effectively with parents and carers, actively involving them in care
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to quality improvement and governance
Participate in education, training and service development
We are committed to your professional development and offer:
A structured Neonatal Foundation Programme
A comprehensive preceptorship programme for newly qualified staff
Ongoing training and development opportunities to support both personal and professional growthAs part of your role, you will be expected to undertake the Qualified in Specialty (Neonatal) course within 12 months of appointment, supported by the Trust.
We welcome applications from:
Registered Nurses (Child or Adult) or Registered Midwives, with a valid NMC registration (or due to qualify)
Individuals with experience of working with families who are keen to explore the dynamic environment of neonatal care
Newly qualified or experienced Band 5 practitioners with a passion for neonatal and family-centred care
Staff willing to work a rotational shift pattern including nights and weekends
Previous neonatal experience is welcomed but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.
Why join the Royal Devon?
This is an exciting time to join our Trust and play a key role in the continued development of neonatal services in Exeter, making a real difference to babies and families in our care.
Working Pattern: Long shifts, days, nights and weekends
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Clinical Nurse Managers, Tracey Perry on Tracey.perry1@nhs.net. Donna Rowe, Donna.rowe@nhs.net on 01392 406644
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
