South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation TrustNeonatal CoordinatorThe closing date is 29 July 2026Job summaryApplications for this vacancy are restricted to current Trust Neonatal employees only.Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey within an innovative and supportive environment? We are seeking a Neonatal nurse to take on the role of Band 7 Neonatal Co-ordinator.
Are you someone with extensive neonatal experience, with proven leadership skills and the vision and passion to help develop the Neonatal Unit? You will need to be pro-active in decision making, with a forward-focused approach and good collaborative skills to deliver high-quality care to our Neonatal patients and their families. We are seeking Applications from nurses who are innovative.
This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the safe and effective co-ordination of the Neonatal Unit on a shift-by-shift basis, ensuring optimal patient flow, staffing oversight, and delivery of high-quality care in-line with national standards and local frameworks.
Main duties of the jobWe are a compassionate team, who are committed to ensuring babies have the best outcomes and quality care. Family Integrated Care (FiCare) is at the heart of everything we do, working in partnership with families to ensure they are fully involved at every stage of their babys journey.
You'll be fully-supported by our Neonatal Ward Manager and Neonatal Matron, to give you the structure and mentorship to flourish in this exciting leadership position.
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
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DetailsDate posted: 15 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year pro-rata for part-time
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: C9155-FCNM-0726-33
Job locations: Trust Headquarters, Sunderland Royal Hospital, Sunderland, SR4 7TP, United Kingdom
Job descriptionTo be responsible and accountable for the safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for all patients in ward / department area.
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Person SpecificationSkills and KnowledgeEssential- Evidence of leadership qualities.
- Knowledge of best practice in area of specialism.
- Thorough understanding of expanded roles / professional practice issues.
- Evidence of competency in relation to nursing practices appropriate to Post.
- Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information, where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathetic or reassurance skills are required.
- Able to work without supervision.
- Proven skills in teaching and assessment.
- Proven interpersonal skills.
- Appraisal skills.
- Presentation skills.
- Policy / guidelines / writing and briefing skills.
- Report writing.
- Competent in the use of IT packages.
- Ability to set and achieve objectives and priorities.
- Awareness of national Health and Social Care policy.
Desirable- Understanding of budget and financial control systems.
- Research skills.
ExperienceEssential- Extensive post-Registration experience, some of which will be at a senior level within the required specialist area of practice.
- Thorough understanding of contemporary neonatal nursing issues.
- Substantial experience of use of IT systems in clinical practice.
- Evidence of in-depth knowledge of hospital information systems and IT packages.
- Experience of facilitating change.
- Evidence of innovation in practice.
- Experience of leading a team.
- Experience of shift co-ordinating.
- Familiar with inter-hospital transfer.
- Experience with complex discharge planning including safeguarding.
- Experience of auditing.
- Participation in recruitment and selection process.
Desirable- Experience of line management of staff.
- Experience of working at Band 6 and / or Band 7.
- Experience of service redesign.
QualificationsEssential- First level NMC Registered Nurse (Adult or Child).
- Degree in Nursing studies or relevant clinical Degree.
- Recognised management or leadership qualification or relevant experience.
- Post-Qualifying Specialist Neonatal Course (QIS).
- Recognised Neonatal Resuscitation and / or stabilization Course / Neonatal Life Support (NLS).
- Mentorship Certificate / Practice Assessor training.
- Management and leadership training / ILM qualification (or equivalent) or evidence of currently working towards this.
DesirablePhysical SkillsEssential- Ability to walk / stand for long periods.
- Ability to sit at workstation as necessary, with substantial use of VDU. Requirement for keyboard skills.
- Highly-developed physical skills and dexterity.
- Ability to move patients and equipment as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Trust Headquarters, Sunderland Royal Hospital, Sunderland, SR4 7TP, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Emily Cameron
emily.cameron2@nhs.net
01915656256
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