Job summary
We are delighted to be recruiting for an Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (ANNP) to join our dedicated Neonatal Service. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced neonatal nurse with advanced practice qualifications to contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care for neonates requiring both Level 2 and Level 3 support.
Our neonatal unit is committed to delivering the highest standards of family-centred care, supported by a highly skilled and collaborative multidisciplinary team. As an ANNP, you will play a pivotal role in providing advanced clinical expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of neonates with a wide range of complex needs. You will work both independently and in partnership with colleagues to ensure that every baby receives the very best start in life, while supporting families during what is often a challenging and emotional journey.
The post offers excellent opportunities for professional development, with access to regular supervision, ongoing training, and the chance to be actively involved in service development, research, and education. You will also contribute to the teaching, training, and mentoring of junior staff, sharing your knowledge and expertise to strengthen the skills of the wider team.
Joining our Trust means becoming part of an organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care. We value our staff and are dedicated to supporting their wellbeing, career progression and professional ambitions.
If you are passionate about neonatal care and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would be delighted to receive your application.
Main duties of the job
Working independently on the medical rota (TIER 1/TIER 2 depending on level of expertise and clinical area) to provide 24 hour care as required, with clinical supervision provided by a Consultant Neonatologist.
Holding the emergency bleep for labour ward calls, attending at risk deliveries and carrying out basic and advanced newborn resuscitation where necessary.
Carrying out the examination of the newborn prior to discharge, making appropriate referrals and instigating treatment when required.
Independently prescribing medications within legal requirements.
Utilising contact opportunities with babies and their families for health education and health promotion.
Collaborating with other agencies in determining specific service requirements and working to improve health outcomes
Maintaining competencies in the procedures relevant to neonates
Coordinate, lead and manage the activities of clinical environment on a day to day basis.
To use excellent prioritising and time management skills to meet the unpredictable and conflicting needs of the service
To develop own managerial and administrative functions in conjunction with role developments
About us
We have 10000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.
Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.
You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.
You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, you will be an integral part of the neonatal medical team, delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to neonates requiring Level 2 and Level 3 support. You will work autonomously and collaboratively with consultants, junior doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals to ensure optimal outcomes for neonates and their families.
- Act as a clinical leader and role model within the neonatal team.
- Support the development and implementation of clinical guidelines and protocols.
- Participate in service development, quality improvement initiatives, and audits.
- Contribute to workforce planning and rota coordination where appropriate.
- Provide mentorship and clinical supervision to junior staff, students, and trainee ANNPs.
- Deliver teaching sessions and contribute to the ongoing education of the neonatal team.
- Maintain own professional development and revalidation requirements.
- Communicate sensitively and effectively with families, providing updates and involving them in care decisions.
- Liaise with multidisciplinary teams including midwives, obstetricians, paediatricians, and allied health professionals.
- Support families emotionally and practically, signposting to relevant services when needed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, you will be an integral part of the neonatal medical team, delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to neonates requiring Level 2 and Level 3 support. You will work autonomously and collaboratively with consultants, junior doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals to ensure optimal outcomes for neonates and their families.
- Act as a clinical leader and role model within the neonatal team.
- Support the development and implementation of clinical guidelines and protocols.
- Participate in service development, quality improvement initiatives, and audits.
- Contribute to workforce planning and rota coordination where appropriate.
- Provide mentorship and clinical supervision to junior staff, students, and trainee ANNPs.
- Deliver teaching sessions and contribute to the ongoing education of the neonatal team.
- Maintain own professional development and revalidation requirements.
- Communicate sensitively and effectively with families, providing updates and involving them in care decisions.
- Liaise with multidisciplinary teams including midwives, obstetricians, paediatricians, and allied health professionals.
- Support families emotionally and practically, signposting to relevant services when needed.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Midwife
- MSc in Advanced Neonatal Practice
- Mentorship course or equivalent
Desirable
- NLS Instructor
- Advanced Communication qualification
- Independent non-medical prescribing qualification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Extensive neonatal nursing experience
Desirable
- Previous ANNP experience
- Membership of special interest and professional groups.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Midwife
- MSc in Advanced Neonatal Practice
- Mentorship course or equivalent
Desirable
- NLS Instructor
- Advanced Communication qualification
- Independent non-medical prescribing qualification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Extensive neonatal nursing experience
Desirable
- Previous ANNP experience
- Membership of special interest and professional groups.
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).
