Description
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.
Main duties of the job:
- Contribute and lead with regard to setting and monitoring of nursing standards, procedures and guidelines.
- Maintain safe custody and use of drugs according to local policy.
- Be aware of all the Trust policies/procedures/local guidelines with special emphasis on fire, major incidents and child protection policies/guidelines.
- Have working knowledge of the Health & Safety Regulations and implications in the neonatal unit and personal role/responsibilities.
- Attend annual mandatory updates training including in-service training and professional education sessions.
- Maintain an area of personal interest and expertise in a nursing topic relevant to neonatal and family care.
- Maintain cardio-pulmonary resuscitation skills both adult and neonatal.
- Maintain skills in intravenous injections techniques and central line care.
- Participate in ward meetings to agree local practice.
- Act up for the senior staff where appropriate and with support.
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.
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.
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.