Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, passionate,
enthusiastic and caring neonatal nurse to become part of the County Durham and
Darlington NHS Foundation Trust. CDDFT
provides care for babies and their families, at both the University Hospital of
North Durham and Darlington Memorial Hospital, in dedicated neonatal units that
work closely with the Midwifery and Paediatric departments. With 12 cots at
UHND and 8 cots at DMH, we provide care for babies and their families from 30
weeks gestation, but also provide stabilistion for critically ill babies prior
to retrieval by the regional transport team. Both sites have a well developed
transitional care service that is primarily supported by baby support workers
which enables babies and their mothers to stay together when reuiring
additional support.
We are currently looking for a nurse, who can work
effectively within our team of dedicated neonatal nurses. You should possess an
RN, RSCN, RN child or RM qualification and the Neonatal QIS qualification
essential.
Applicants without the QIS qualification will
not be considered through this application.
Main duties of the job
We
are delighted to advertise the Neonatal Staff Nurse post within County Durham
and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity for
dynamic and experienced QIS qualified neonatal nurses to join our the team of
experinced neonatal nurses. The postholder will form part of the neonatal team
and care for special care and high dependency babies. They will plan the care
of the babies, promoting family integrated care and be able to provide a
supportive environment for the families within the neonatal service. The
appointed nurse will be able to attend emergency situations in the maternity
department, as well as the emergency department, of the hospital and be part of
the team able to stabilise and care for a preterm, and or sick neonate. They
should be able to work autonomously, under the support of the band 6 nurse on
duty.
About us
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You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
To
be eligible for Health and Care Worker visa sponsorship you will usually need
to be paid at least £25,600 per year
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
At County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust our aim is to always deliver excellent care with compassion to deliver the highest quality of care our patients deserve. We value the personal skills, experiences and qualities that individuals bring to the Trust; creating an inclusive working environment to attract talented people who feel motivated, involved and able to influence the future direction of our services.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY
Working as a neonatal nurse caring for the neonates on the
unit and their families. As a neonatal nurse, able to plan the care of the
neonate, and delivery all aspects of care. To be trained in speciality and able
to provide nasogastric tube feeding, able to perform neonatal procedures. The
ability to care for high dependence, intensive care and special care babies.
Communication is a vital part of neonatal care, to ensure the family are
involved in all aspects of care and that the nurse can teach the parent s to
enable them to actively involved in their babies care.
Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and able
support the medical team in their role. The neonatal nurse is able to work in
each neontal unit, ensuring awareness of all emergency equipment for the
department
The neonatal nurse will have a teaching role, to
junior members of the team and also to the junior medical staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY
Working as a neonatal nurse caring for the neonates on the
unit and their families. As a neonatal nurse, able to plan the care of the
neonate, and delivery all aspects of care. To be trained in speciality and able
to provide nasogastric tube feeding, able to perform neonatal procedures. The
ability to care for high dependence, intensive care and special care babies.
Communication is a vital part of neonatal care, to ensure the family are
involved in all aspects of care and that the nurse can teach the parent s to
enable them to actively involved in their babies care.
Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and able
support the medical team in their role. The neonatal nurse is able to work in
each neontal unit, ensuring awareness of all emergency equipment for the
department
The neonatal nurse will have a teaching role, to
junior members of the team and also to the junior medical staff.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Nursing experience post QIS training
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleagues
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Current NMC Registered Nurse - Adult or Child Branch
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding and knowledge of common birth problems and subsequent management
- Sound knowledge of national and local networks / guidelines
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Experience of developing and delivering training / education to staff
- IT skills
- Ability to use initiative
- Committed to professional and personal development
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
Desirable
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experiences with others
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Nursing Studies or Health related subject
- Post graduate certificate in neonatal nursing (QIS/405)
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing or health related subject.
- NLS/APLS/EPLS or equivalent
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Nursing experience post QIS training
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleagues
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Current NMC Registered Nurse - Adult or Child Branch
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding and knowledge of common birth problems and subsequent management
- Sound knowledge of national and local networks / guidelines
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Experience of developing and delivering training / education to staff
- IT skills
- Ability to use initiative
- Committed to professional and personal development
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
Desirable
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experiences with others
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Nursing Studies or Health related subject
- Post graduate certificate in neonatal nursing (QIS/405)
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing or health related subject.
- NLS/APLS/EPLS or equivalent
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
