Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) on the Luton site for a Band 5 Registered Nurse.
Our NICU is a Level 3 tertiary unit in the East of England Network and has a cot capacity of 37 divided into 3 areas of care:
- 11 Intensive Care Cots
- 8 High Dependency Cots
- 18 Special Care Cots
The Luton and Dunstable University Hospital has ambitious plans to redevelop the hospital and its services to deliver cutting edge healthcare in the best environment possible. We are midway through the building of a new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit which will see an increase in cots to 44 with state of the art facilities including a new 8 cot transitional care area and new bereavement suite. This will be an exciting opportunity for an experienced neonatal nurse looking to continue development of their clinical and leadership capabilities.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide a high standard of nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of patient care. To work closely with the department / ward manager and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining policies, standards of nursing care, staff and service development within the department / ward environment.To carry out all relevant forms of care under supervision and when proficient demonstrate procedures of care; supervise junior qualified and / or unqualified staff including student nurses whilst maintaining a safe working environment.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional Responsibilities:
- Assess patient care needs and the development and implementation of programmes of patient care and participate in the evaluation of these.
- To ensure a high standard of nursing care is performed at all times and assist in the review and regular update of these standards.
- Ability to recognise and respond appropriately to changes in the patients condition and safety.
- Adhere to all Trust Policies to maintain professional, clinical and patient safety.
- Ability to administer oral drugs safely and independently and that they are administered in line with the NMC and Trust Policy guidelines.
- Be aware of the principles of infection control and the prevention of cross infection in relation to patient care and the clinical environment.
- Be able to communicate basic care information and answer queries to patients, their relatives/carers and the multidisciplinary team members.
- To undertake intravenous drug therapy administration following a training programme which will assess the competencies and practical levels required to achieve safe working within the Trust policies and procedures.
- Care and control of medication and controlled drugs used for patient care, being aware of the systems used for safe administration and the ordering and maintenance of stock.
This list is not exhaustive, please check the Job Description for more details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional Responsibilities:
- Assess patient care needs and the development and implementation of programmes of patient care and participate in the evaluation of these.
- To ensure a high standard of nursing care is performed at all times and assist in the review and regular update of these standards.
- Ability to recognise and respond appropriately to changes in the patients condition and safety.
- Adhere to all Trust Policies to maintain professional, clinical and patient safety.
- Ability to administer oral drugs safely and independently and that they are administered in line with the NMC and Trust Policy guidelines.
- Be aware of the principles of infection control and the prevention of cross infection in relation to patient care and the clinical environment.
- Be able to communicate basic care information and answer queries to patients, their relatives/carers and the multidisciplinary team members.
- To undertake intravenous drug therapy administration following a training programme which will assess the competencies and practical levels required to achieve safe working within the Trust policies and procedures.
- Care and control of medication and controlled drugs used for patient care, being aware of the systems used for safe administration and the ordering and maintenance of stock.
This list is not exhaustive, please check the Job Description for more details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Neonatal Special Care course
- Neonatal intensive care course
- NLS provider
- Educated to degree level
Experience
Essential
- Planning and prioritising care
- Managing patients with complex health needs
Desirable
- Previous neonatal experience
- Critical care experience
- Paediatric nursing experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of current legislation around care of children and families
- Basic IT skills
Skills
Essential
- Ability to undertake complex drug and fluid calculations
- Ability to prioritise care in stressful situations
- Be able to communicate effectively with parents and the MDT
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
- Able to administer neonatal intravenous medication
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Neonatal Special Care course
- Neonatal intensive care course
- NLS provider
- Educated to degree level
Experience
Essential
- Planning and prioritising care
- Managing patients with complex health needs
Desirable
- Previous neonatal experience
- Critical care experience
- Paediatric nursing experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of current legislation around care of children and families
- Basic IT skills
Skills
Essential
- Ability to undertake complex drug and fluid calculations
- Ability to prioritise care in stressful situations
- Be able to communicate effectively with parents and the MDT
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
- Able to administer neonatal intravenous medication
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).
