Band 5 Registered Nurse

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Chester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Chester is offering an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 nurse specializing in neonatal care. This role involves assessing and caring for sick and preterm babies, as well as working closely with families to ensure integration and support. Candidates should be registered nurses or midwives with neonatal experience, or those looking to shift specialties. The position offers a supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse or midwife with neonatal experience or seeking to change specialty.
• Commitment to family bonding and Baby Friendly Initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assess and deliver care to sick and preterm babies.
• Promote family integration and actively support students.

Skills

Neonatal experience

Collaboration with parents and carers

Active supervision of students

Education

Registered nurse or midwife

Job description

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust values clinical excellence and a respectful work environment where all staff feel valued and appreciated. The Trust has adopted a new strategy centred on continuous improvement to better serve our community.

Role Overview

Exciting opportunity for a Band 5 nurse with an interest in neonatal care. Registered nurse or midwife with neonatal experience, or a professional looking for a change of specialty, is encouraged to apply. The service is supported by a Practice Educator and an Advanced Neonatal Nurse, providing a comprehensive induction programme and qualification in specialty.

Responsibilities

As a Band 5 Registered Nurse, under supervision you will assess and deliver care to sick and preterm babies, collaborate with parents and carers to promote family bonding, support the Baby Friendly Initiative, and actively supervise students in the neonatal unit.

Team & Work Environment

Work in a purpose‑built neonatal unit that promotes quality family‑integrated care. The team is friendly, supportive and focused on continuous improvement and career progression.

Trust & Locations

• The Countess of Chester Hospital: 438 general and acute beds
• Ellesmere Port Hospital: 56 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility
• Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: base for community services serving the local rural population

The Trust provides services to West Cheshire and Welsh patients covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, working within the Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership. It employs over 5,916 staff and serves a population of approximately 411,000.

Recruitment & DBS

Recruitment selection is based on competence and values. Applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check, with the cost deducted from salary over the first three months of employment. Enrollment for the DBS Update Service – a small annual fee of £16 – is encouraged. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the stated pay scale. Applicants are advised to apply early as the vacancy may close before the advertised date.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

If the role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, Disclosure to the DBS is required. Enhanced DBS check applications submitted with omitted or incorrect information will be withdrawn; if errors are identified, a new application will need to be submitted and the fee paid again.

Overseas Candidates

The Department of Health and Social Care has published a guide to support overseas candidates wishing to work in health and care in the UK.

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