Registered Nurse
4 weeks ago
Job summary
Are you looking for a neonatal nursing challenge? We are seeking dynamic neonatal nurses at Band 5 to complement our Nursing team in advancing neonatal practice.
Walnut is a busy level one neonatal unit with twenty two cots, three of which are currently designated as high dependency and four as transitional care. Our birth rate is rising with around 5000 deliveries per year.
Main duties of the job
You will be well supported in your role by a senior nursing team of seven clinically based Band 7 Senior Sisters, two of whom undertake a Practice Development role for part of their clinical time to support ward staff. The Band 7 Senior Sisters lead a team of qualified Neonatal Nurses, Registered Children's Nurses, Registered Nurses, Nursery Nurses, Neonatal Support Workers and Neonatal Ward Administrators in caring for neonates.
We have eighteen Paediatric Consultants in post, two of whom take the lead for the Neonatal Unit. In addition the service is supported by a Neonatal Outreach service.
The successful candidate will need to have:
Ist level registration with the NMC as a Children's Nurse An interest and passion for working within the neonatal environment A commitment to continuing their professional development with regards to completing a post graduate Neonatal courseThis post will suit those practitioners who have gained some post registered neonatal experience, however if you are less experienced or newly qualified we would still love to hear from you and offer you an opportunity to develop your career further. Rotation into Neonatal Outreach can be considered for the right applicant.
In return we are committed to continuing your personal professional development within our supportive team environment. We have close links with the University Of Greenwich and level three units within our neonatal network.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. Due to the government regulations for mandatory vaccinations for COVID-19 for NHS employees, it has been necessary to take significant steps to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients. In order to comply with our duty of care, we require all of our staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Your vaccination status will be a condition of your employment and evidence of vaccination will be obtained during the recruitment process, unless you are medically exempt.
Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for the evidence based assessment ofcare needs, the development of programmes of care, the implementationand evaluation of those programmes of care. The post holder isexpected to carry out all relevant forms of care without supervision, andto assist with training, supervision and mentorship of qualified andunqualified staff, under the guidance of senior colleagues.
To communicate effectively with all members of the multi professionalteam, children and their families at all times. Deal with all enquiriesappropriately, referring on to the nurse in charge or other professionalsas appropriate:Internal RelationshipsColleagues and Co-WorkersSenior ManagersOther Trust departmentsExternal RelationshipsPatients & ClientsCarersFamiliesVisitorsCommunities and Community RepresentativesWorkers from other agencies
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
NMC PIN as adult or childrens register Committed to personal professional development Diploma or degree
Desirable
Mentorship course Cannulation skills Evidence of further study
Experience
Essential
Knowledge of child protection Experience of paediatric/ neonatal nursing
Desirable
Experience of working in a neonatal environment QIS or willing to undertake-
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