Job summary
We are seeking an experienced neonatal nurse to join our team at Warrington Neonatal Unit for a fixed term contract of 12 months.
Our candidate will have at least 6 months neonatal experience and will have completed the Foundation in Neonates course or have an equivalent qualification.
We are seeking an enthusiastic neonatal nurse with a passion for delivering safe and effective care to families on the neonatal unit.
Warrington Neonatal Unit is a level 2 facility catering to babies from 27 weeks' gestation. Our unit consists of 2 intensive care cots, 4 high dependency cots and 8 special care cots.
Main duties of the job
To assist the Senior nursing team in creating and maintaining an environment in which members of the ward/department team can contribute to the maximum of their ability in providing a high standard of care, staff welfare and staff training.
The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development of programmes of care, and/or the implementation and evaluation of these programmes. He/she is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and may be required to demonstrate procedures to and supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff.
About us
Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a caring and compassionate organisation that is both ambitious and innovative. We are committed to delivering the best outcomes for our patients and providing a positive experience of our staff. We aspire to be outstanding for our patients, our communities and our staff and are committed to being a great place to receive healthcare, work and learn.
Straddling the neighbouring boroughs of Warrington and Halton we are part of the Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care system. Our hospitals are ideally situated to meet the growing healthcare needs of the 330,000 population of these boroughs.
Warrington Hospital is home to our emergency, critical care and maternity services, Halton Hospital is focused on elective procedures and the Runcorn Urgent Treatment Centre, although many services are offered at both sites and in community hubs.
A CQC-rated 'good' organisation with 'outstanding' features, we are working towards university hospital status, having achieved teaching hospital status in 2019.
We employ nearly 5,000 people from over 80 nationalities, striving to be a diverse, inclusive employer and recognised leader in equality. We support flexible working, welcoming flexible applications. Proud of our many accreditations, we are embedding an anti-racist approach in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a full list of duties and responsibilities please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a full list of duties and responsibilities please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 6 months experience working with infants in a neonatal unit
- Foundation in Neonates qualification
Desirable
- 6 months paediatric experience
Qualifications
Essential
- RN(C)/RN(A)
- Willing to undertake administration of intravenous drugs within 6 months
- Commitment to continuing education
Desirable
- Post-registration qualification in neonatal specialist area
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate in a variety of settings with families of varying levels of understanding
- Ability to communicate sensitive and unpleasant information
- Basic IT skills
- Awareness of professional accountabiltiy
Desirable
- Participated in service development and implementation of change
Specific role requirements
Essential
- Understanding of FiCare
- Understanding of the Baby Friendly Initiative
Skills
Essential
- Able to work weekdays, nights and weekends
Physical effort
Essential
- Able to work under pressure
- Good communicator
Emotional effort
Essential
- Enthusiastic, motivated and committed to neonatal nursing
- Flexible and responsive to change
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 6 months experience working with infants in a neonatal unit
- Foundation in Neonates qualification
Desirable
- 6 months paediatric experience
Qualifications
Essential
- RN(C)/RN(A)
- Willing to undertake administration of intravenous drugs within 6 months
- Commitment to continuing education
Desirable
- Post-registration qualification in neonatal specialist area
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate in a variety of settings with families of varying levels of understanding
- Ability to communicate sensitive and unpleasant information
- Basic IT skills
- Awareness of professional accountabiltiy
Desirable
- Participated in service development and implementation of change
Specific role requirements
Essential
- Understanding of FiCare
- Understanding of the Baby Friendly Initiative
Skills
Essential
- Able to work weekdays, nights and weekends
Physical effort
Essential
- Able to work under pressure
- Good communicator
Emotional effort
Essential
- Enthusiastic, motivated and committed to neonatal nursing
- Flexible and responsive to change
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHSFT
Address
Neonatal Unit Warrington Hospital
Lovely Lane
Warrington
WA5 1QG
Employer's website
https://whh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
