Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Nurse Practitioner (Assistant Practitioner/Nursing Associate) to join our Transitional care team. Our team comprises of midwifes, nursery nurses and healthcare support workers to provide care for up to 10 babies nursed with their mothers on a dedicated Transitional Care ward.
The role is integral to keeping mothers and babies together, supporting resident mothers as primary care givers for their babies with care requirements in excess of normal newborn care. Transitional care prevents admissions to the neonatal unit whilst providing additional support for small/preterm babies. As a successful candidate you will provide the highest standard of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised care to babies being cared for on Transitional care.
Main duties of the job
- To promote a friendly and supportive atmosphere for parents and relatives in which they can learn to care for their babies
- To utilise a variety of strategies to communicate effectively, with the babies' family/carers, the multidisciplinary team, other departments within the the Trust and agencies outside the organisation.
- Perform observations on babies as required
- Providing breast feeding support
- Liaising with the neonatal team regarding transfers of babies to/from the unit or transitional care ward.
- Ensure parents/carers are updated on their baby's progress, being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity and privacy, and always ensuring a friendly environment.
- To be and advocate for the infant and to promote good liaisons and effective communication with all members of the multidisciplinary team.
- To work closely with the midwife as registered supervision
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust promotes health and well-being initiatives, devised by our dedicated staff wellbeing team, that encompasses lifestyle support, physical support and psychological support, and have been nationally recognised by REBA.
we value all staff feedback and actively promote the annual staff surveys, leading to response rates above the national average and the majority of our staff would recommend our organisation as a good place to work. We take responses seriously and have a good track record in making improvements throughout the organisation.
Our staff don't shy away from a challenge in aid of " Southmead Hospital Charity". They cycle, run, row and race in aid of a fantastic cause or sing in our staff choir and complete in "Southmead Does Strictly". Our NICU team have raced dragon boats, abseiled the Avon gorge, and our Brunel building, they have also trekked The Great Wall of China.
We're committed to supporting staff on their career journey with us offering individualised opportunities for development, robust pastoral support and specialised training including qualification in specialism.
Staff are consulted on equity issues across the trust within their staff equality and development groups, with mentoring and support to succeed. Our Trust is supporting the development of Bristol's LGBT+ manifesto and a case study of good practice has been reported in NHS England in response to a government review of public services and Trans people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
More details of the roles and responsibilities of this post can be found in the accompanying job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
More details of the roles and responsibilities of this post can be found in the accompanying job description.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qulaifications
Essential
- Higher Apprenticeship in Health Level 5 or Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care Practice or Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing or a Recognised equivalent course (e.g. City and Guilds Level 4).
- Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 or equivalent
- Evidence of full time education achievements
- IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills, data collection
- Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training
- Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development
Work Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with Children and/or evidence of transferable skills
- Experience of working in a hospital setting or appropriate transferable skills
- Experience of time management skills and prioritising work
Desirable
- Experience of teaching/training individuals
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Problem solving skills
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare policies and procedures
- Ability to use initiative appropriately
- Committed to providing high quality patient care
Personal Qulaities/Special Circumstances
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable to change, able to work a range of shifts and moving across wards, departments as the need arises
- Genuine interest in speciality with examples and rationale
- Able to meet the physical and educational demands of the role
- Enthusiasm and commitment to working within healthcare setting
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qulaifications
Essential
- Higher Apprenticeship in Health Level 5 or Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care Practice or Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing or a Recognised equivalent course (e.g. City and Guilds Level 4).
- Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 or equivalent
- Evidence of full time education achievements
- IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills, data collection
- Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training
- Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development
Work Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with Children and/or evidence of transferable skills
- Experience of working in a hospital setting or appropriate transferable skills
- Experience of time management skills and prioritising work
Desirable
- Experience of teaching/training individuals
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Problem solving skills
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare policies and procedures
- Ability to use initiative appropriately
- Committed to providing high quality patient care
Personal Qulaities/Special Circumstances
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable to change, able to work a range of shifts and moving across wards, departments as the need arises
- Genuine interest in speciality with examples and rationale
- Able to meet the physical and educational demands of the role
- Enthusiasm and commitment to working within healthcare setting
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
