Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Band 8B

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

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Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner who are ready to progress to operate at the level of a middle grade doctor working within agreed protocols and guidelines.

This role is a full time post with 70% split for clinical care and 30% for Education/SIM Lead role with opportunities to undertake research Quality Improvement work.

As part of this role we will offer the funding and support for post graduate study for a simulation course.

Please feel free to contact us to organise an informal visit to meet our amazing teams.

Main duties of the job

The ANNP crosses the clinical boundaries between nursing and medical care enabling them to take on the role and responsibilities formerly undertaken by junior medical staff and works independently with clinical supervision provided by a Consultant Neonatologist. This includes working single-handedly out of hours with telephone support from a Paediatric Consultant.

The 8b postholder will operate at the level of a middle grade doctor.

The ANNP works within the multidisciplinary team to deliver advanced clinical neonatal nursing and medical practice, education, audits, supports quality improvement projects and clinical leadership.

The post holder will use collaborative and independent judgement to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan, implement, manage and evaluate clinical nursing and medical care and management of babies.

The post holder will work within agreed UHSussex Trust / Unit protocols and guidelines, which include resuscitation, initiation of treatment including mechanical ventilation, ordering and administration of drugs and intravenous fluids.

The post holder will provide expert professional advice to junior medical and nursing staff, less experienced ANNPs and parents/carers in respect of the management of their sick baby.

About us

Join us atUHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

Date posted

07 June 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£58,972 to £68,525 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-W5244135-MAY22-A

Job locations

St Richard's Hospital, Tertiary experience at Trevor Mann Baby Unit, Brighton

Spitalfield Lane,

Chichester

PO19 6SE

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see main the Job description and Personal Specification for more information on the essential and desirable criteria for this exciting role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see main the Job description and Personal Specification for more information on the essential and desirable criteria for this exciting role.

Person Specification

Application form and Interview

Essential

RN or RSCN with ENBA19 or Specialist ANNP Course
BSc or equivalent qualification
ENB 405 or equivalent Neonatal Pathway
ENB 997/998 or equivalent teaching and Mentorship course
Neonatal Advanced Life Support Course
Previous experience as a Qualified ANNP on a Tertiary Centre with advanced clinical skills
Proven competency in clinical skills
Ability to function autonomously and prioritise own workload
Evidence of continuous professional development
Excellent communication and organitional skills

Desirable

Masters Degree
Management/Leadership Training
Child Protection Training
Skills in Simulation Delivery and Training

Person Specification

Application form and Interview

Essential

RN or RSCN with ENBA19 or Specialist ANNP Course
BSc or equivalent qualification
ENB 405 or equivalent Neonatal Pathway
ENB 997/998 or equivalent teaching and Mentorship course
Neonatal Advanced Life Support Course
Previous experience as a Qualified ANNP on a Tertiary Centre with advanced clinical skills
Proven competency in clinical skills
Ability to function autonomously and prioritise own workload
Evidence of continuous professional development
Excellent communication and organitional skills

Desirable

Masters Degree
Management/Leadership Training
Child Protection Training
Skills in Simulation Delivery and Training

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).