Neonatal sister

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Neonatal Nurse to join our dedicated neonatal team. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based, family-centred care to babies requiring neonatal support, while working closely with parents and the wider multidisciplinary team.The successful candidate will:Provide safe, effective and individualised care to neonates and their families.Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care to meet the changing needs of babies within the neonatal environment.Promote and deliver family-centred care, supporting parents to develop the skills and confidence to care for their baby.Work collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for babies and families.Support, supervise and act as a role model for newly qualified nurses, students and support staff.Contribute to quality improvement, service development and the delivery of evidence-based practice.Assist in maintaining a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for babies, families and staff.This is an exciting opportunity to join a caring and supportive team committed to providing outstanding neonatal care and continuously improving the experience of babies and their families.
Main duties of the job

To contribute and lead with regard to setting and monitoring of nursing standards, procedures and guidelines.To maintain safe custody and use of drugs according to local policy.To be aware of all the Trust policies/procedures/local guidelines with special emphasis on fire, major incidents and child protection policies/guidelinesTo have working knowledge of the Health & Safety Regulations and implications in the neonatal unit and personal role/responsibilities.To attend annual mandatory updates training including in service training and professional education sessionsMaintaining an area of personal interest and expertise in a nursing topic relevant to neonatal and family care.Maintaining cardio pulmonary resuscitation skills both adult and neonatal.Maintaining skills in intravenous injections techniques and central line careParticipating in ward meetings to agree local practice.Acting up for the senior staff where appropriate and with support.
About us

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Neonatal Nurse to join our dedicated neonatal team. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based, family-centred care to babies requiring neonatal support, while working closely with parents and the wider multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide safe, effective and individualised care to neonates and their families.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care to meet the changing needs of babies within the neonatal environment.
• Promote and deliver family-centred care, supporting parents to develop the skills and confidence to care for their baby.
• Work collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for babies and families.
• Support, supervise and act as a role model for newly qualified nurses, students and support staff.
• Contribute to quality improvement, service development and the delivery of evidence-based practice.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for babies, families and staff.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a caring and supportive team committed to providing outstanding neonatal care and continuously improving the experience of babies and their families.

Main duties of the job

As a Neonatal Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality, family-centred care to babies requiring neonatal support. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for neonates and their families.

Please refer to the attached Job description under : Key responsibilities

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical, leadership and teaching skills within a supportive neonatal team committed to delivering exceptional care for babies and their families.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave-a national programme that's changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we're working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We're a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Refer to the attached Job description for a full list

Job description
Job responsibilities

Job overview

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Neonatal Nurse to join our dedicated neonatal team. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based, family-centred care to babies requiring neonatal support, while working closely with parents and the wider multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide safe, effective and individualised care to neonates and their families.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care to meet the changing needs of babies within the neonatal environment.
• Promote and deliver family-centred care, supporting parents to develop the skills and confidence to care for their baby.
• Work collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for babies and families.
• Support, supervise and act as a role model for newly qualified nurses, students and support staff.
• Contribute to quality improvement, service development and the delivery of evidence-based practice.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for babies, families and staff.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a caring and supportive team committed to providing outstanding neonatal care and continuously improving the experience of babies and their families.

Main duties of the job

As a Neonatal Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality, family-centred care to babies requiring neonatal support. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for neonates and their families.

Please refer to the attached Job description under : Key responsibilities

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical, leadership and teaching skills within a supportive neonatal team committed to delivering exceptional care for babies and their families.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave-a national programme that's changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we're working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We're a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Refer to the attached Job description for a full list

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Child or Adult
• Mentorship qualification
• Degree in nursing or able to demonstrate academic learning at Degree level
• Neonatal Nursing Qualification
• NLS trained

Desirable

• Leadership course or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration neonatal experience
• Experience caring for special care, high dependency and intensive care neonates
• Experience taking charge of a neonatal shift/clinical area
• Experience of supporting individuals and the team to achieve objectives

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Child or Adult
• Mentorship qualification
• Degree in nursing or able to demonstrate academic learning at Degree level
• Neonatal Nursing Qualification
• NLS trained

Desirable

• Leadership course or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration neonatal experience
• Experience caring for special care, high dependency and intensive care neonates
• Experience taking charge of a neonatal shift/clinical area
• Experience of supporting individuals and the team to achieve objectives

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

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