Health and Community Services

Neonatal Practitioner

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Job summary

Individuals at this level will be able to plan and deliver care for complex or high risk babies within their caseload and will give guidance and support to parents. Contribute to the development of a philosophy of care which encourages the creation of a therapeutic environment for patients. Committed to join the skilled neonatal team in the delivery of quality and evidenced based neonatal care. Will maintain a professional portfolio which demonstrates the continuing acquisition of skills, knowledge, attitudes, understanding and achievement. We value our staff and the successful candidates can expect support with your ongoing professional development through a range of opportunities, including access to a higher education programme. The candidate would be expected to complete the Neonatal course enabling them to be QIS.

Main duties of the job

Neonatal Practitioners (Nurses & Midwives) have professional accountability to efficiently assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of neonates with a range of conditions, ensuring high quality evidence-based care is consistently achieved. They will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide a friendly service for neonates and their families that is responsive, flexible and striving to deliver excellence.

Post will be required to undertake the Neonatal qualified in specialty course, if they don't already possess this qualification.

About us

Jersey is just 14 miles (20km) from the west coast of France and 85 miles (137km) from the south coast of England. The island is easy to get to from the UK and mainland Europe. There are up to 40 daily flights in and out of the island

Striking scenery, a safe and inclusive society, miles of sandy beaches, high performing schools, an enviable work-life balance, a heritage, political and economic stability, low personal taxes, warm summers and mild winters.

Find out more at gov.je/movingtoJersey

Jersey has been a Crown Dependency since 1290, which means its not part of the UK but a self-governing possession of The Crown. Jersey has its own democratically elected parliament, government, tax system, and laws. However, the island does have a close historic relationship with France and the UK and relies on the UK for defence and international relations. It is also part of the Common Travel Area (CTA) which allows British citizens to move freely between the UK, Republic of Ireland, and the Channel Islands without a passport.

Jersey offers extensive and quality healthcare services, with private and state supported options available. The NHS is not available in Jersey, healthcare services are delivered by Health and Community Services. For the first 6 months, health care services will be provided at an added cost.

Date posted

29 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£48,986 to £55,293 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

K0011-SOJ15454X2

Job locations

Government Of Jersey

19-21 Broad Street

St. Helier

Jersey

Channel Islands

JE2 3RR

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Maintain up to date awareness of developments within neonatal practice, by acquiring knowledge and skills in reading, interpreting, and evaluating research to pursue continuous professional development.

2. Attend the delivery of babies with predictable/complex needs and safely transport to the neonatal unit, with supervision if required.

3. Preform clinical tasks & risk assessment on neonates which includes but is not limited to urinalysis, physiological measurements, blood sugar testing, infant feeding, venepuncture, cannulation swabs, stool samples, sputum specimens and record accurately on EPR/PEWS and escalate concerns as appropriate.

4. Act as an advocate for babies and their families, providing them with information and directing them to the relevant support services where appropriate.

5. Responsible for the safeguarding and welfare of all babies and their families within their care and contact. While being aware of and complying with all safeguarding policies and procedures.

6. Ensure that all neonatal care is documented, and that all relevant documentation is completed accurately and within agreed timescales in line with NMC and Health & Community Services standards.

7. Take a pro-active approach to risk management, raising learning points through DATIX, working with colleagues to reduce risk in all areas of service delivery in line with clinical governance.

8. Provide care in partnership with doctors and other members of the multi-disciplinary team especially when deviations from the norm occur to promote a healthy outcome/discharge for children/young people and their families.

9. Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to carers, and other staff, overcoming any barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events.

10. Have a comprehensive understanding of medication safety principles, including the principles of administration, storage, and handling of medicines. They will also engage in discussions with families, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and up to date information regarding medicines.

11. Exhibit professional behaviour and attitude being a positive role model for colleagues, children/young people, and their families, acting in a manner which illustrates respect for privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.

12. Be aware and compliant with of all relevant Health & Community Services policies, procedures and clinical guidelines and escalate any concerns/breaches.

13. Participate in the continual review, development, and improvement of neonatal services by partaking in quality auditing processes and providing input into the development of future policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines.

14. Undertake scheduled and emergency flight transfers with babies needing off-island treatment at UK tertiary centres with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.