Neonatal Sister Coordinator | Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Isleworth; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Band 7 neonatal Sister/Charge Nurse to join their Level 2 Neonatal Unit. This role involves providing clinical leadership, mentoring staff, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards of neonatal care. Candidates should have a registered nurse qualification and experience in a neonatal environment. This position offers a chance to significantly impact the lives of newborns and their families. Weekend shifts and cross-site cover may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a neonatal unit and ability to provide leadership.
• Knowledge of clinical protocols for neonatal care.
• Strong communication skills to support families.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and supervision in the neonatal unit.
• Mentor and support nursing staff through training and evaluations.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in developing clinical protocols.
• Respond to emergency situations with advanced skills.

Skills

Expert clinical leadership

Mentoring and staff development

Neonatal resuscitation

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Band 7 neonatal Sister/Charge Nurse in our newly redesignated Level 2 Neonatal Unit. We are committed to providing high quality care to our neonatal patients and their families. This exciting opportunity is perfect for dedicated and experienced nurses looking to make significant impact on lives of newborns.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical leadership and supervision to the nursing team in the neonatal unit, ensuring high standards of care are delivered at all times.
• Oversee the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualised care for neonates, ensuring safe and effective treatment.
• Mentor and support nursing staff through ongoing education, training, and performance evaluations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including doctors, allied health professionals, and families, to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in the development and implementation of clinical protocols and policies, ensuring compliance with local and national standards.
• Provide emotional support and education to families, helping them understand their infant’s condition and care plan.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations, demonstrating advanced knowledge and skills in neonatal resuscitation and critical care.
• Lead and manage a team of nurses, including absence management, identifying training and development needs, and completing appraisals.
• Ensure all incidents are reported and documented as per the Trust’s Risk Management Policy.
• Support the Neonatal Matron in recruitment and retention where required and directed.
• Develop ward/unit policies and guidelines and ensure these are implemented and audited to ensure compliance and best practice.
• Be flexible in the work schedule to provide cross cover where and when needed.
• Cross-site cover at the Chelsea and Westminster NICU site may be required.
• Weekend shifts at multiple sites may be required.
• Identify and investigate issues of conduct, discipline and performance within the team and liaise with HR.

About the Trust

Our Trust is one of England’s top-performing and safest trusts operating two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—and award-winning clinics across North West London. We care for a diverse population of 1.5m and provide full clinical services including maternity, A&E, children’s services, specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use. We invest continually in facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

Additional Information

Employment is subject to a six-month probation.

If you haven’t heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful.

The advert closes on Tuesday 25 Nov 2025.