Neonatal Community Outreach Nurse

7 days ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom North Bristol NHS Trust Full time

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Job Overview

The post holder will be a qualified neonatal nurse competent to provide a high standard of professional practice within the Neonatal Community Outreach Team.

You will participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of babies and their families following discharge from the Neonatal Unit at Southmead Hospital who meet the referral criteria to the service, including those with complex neonatal conditions.

Main Duties of the Job

  • Independently participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of babies and their families following discharge from the Neonatal unit.
  • Work with other members of the outreach team to ensure a high quality of care is maintained.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Act as a resource of specialist knowledge and expertise to ensure optimum and appropriate care delivery to babies and their families in the community and when discharge planning.
  • Work alongside parents and caregivers in the assessment of needs and how they may be met within the home including providing instruction, demonstration, and written information in Basic Life Support and Safe sleeping in accordance with recognised body once relevant training is obtained.
  • Participate in the identification and delivery of Palivizumab immunisation clinic during the specified period once necessary training is obtained.
  • Lead and support staff and student nurses in the absence of more senior nursing grades.
  • Participate in teaching, supervision, and mentorship of students and other staff.
  • Act as team leader for advice, expertise, and support in the absence of senior nursing staff.
  • Demonstrate effective time management and leadership skills.

Working for Our Organisation

Come and join our friendly team of experienced Neonatal Outreach Nurses who are committed to facilitating early discharge for our babies and their families at our Level 3 NICU at Southmead Hospital.

We provide a wealth of experience and knowledge, supporting our families within the home setting and empowering parents to care for their babies.

We are a supportive team and work closely with the nursing and medical team on the Neonatal Unit.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

Bristol is consistently voted the best place to live in the UK, with vibrant local music, arts, and gastronomic scenes, a wide range of modern and state-of-the-art shopping, recreation, and leisure facilities, a wealth of great local family days out, fantastic transport links for local, national, and international holidays, and it has a rich history.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of main responsibilities, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential Criteria

  • Registered Paediatric nurse (Part 8) or RN with current NMC registration to practice.
  • Recognised Neonatal Course, ENB 405/QIS.
  • Driving Licence.

Desirable Criteria

  • Qualification in Teaching and Assessing/Mentor qualification.

Work Experience

Essential Criteria

  • Post-registration experience in Neonatal Nursing.
  • Teaching experience.
  • Experience within the NHS.

Desirable Criteria

  • Community nursing experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential Criteria

  • Basic computer skills and competent to use Windows-based programs.
  • Good problem-solving ability and skills.
  • Evidence of ability to use initiative, lead a team, and manage change.
  • Ability to plan, organise, and prioritise own and work of others.
  • Possess a high level of skill and competency in relevant area of practice.
  • Ability to work autonomously and have an awareness of own safety as a lone worker in accordance with NBT Trust Lone Worker policy.

Desirable Criteria

  • Demonstrate leadership skills and knowledge.

Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances

Essential Criteria

  • Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
  • Ability to manage when under both individual and/or work pressures.
  • Good interpersonal communication and time management skills.
  • Assertive and Proactive.
  • Car owner.
  • Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard.


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