Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Neonatal Services at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.
We are looking for Band 4 Nursery Nurse for our busy Level 2 (LNU) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Peterborough City Hospital.
The post holder is expected to work closely with all disciplines to ensure the delivery of a high standard of care for babies and their families in the ward/department.
Main duties of the job
- Provide individualised holistic nursing care in a sensitive manner, under the supervision of registered nursing staff.
- To have an understanding of the importance of the family's contribution to care, support them during their baby's admission and involve them in the care as appropriate.
- To act as an advocate for babies within the ward/department.
- Understand the importance of the need for confidentiality and information sharing.
- Play an active role in health promotion and parent craft teaching.
- To adhere to policies laid down by the Trust and inform the nurse in charge of shift on matters that affect implementation of the agreed policies.
- Ensure due regard to given customs, values and spiritual beliefs of families.
- Ensure accurate and clear records are kept according to NMC guidelines for Records and Record Keeping and ensure all written records are countersigned by a registered nurse.
- Participate in a clinical supervision group and contribute to regular ward meetings.
- Maintain knowledge base by attending relevant training.
- Actively participate in Service Development Projects and Initiatives such as undertaking Link Nurse Roles, within sphere of knowledge and practice, and membership of ward project groups/working parties with the support and supervision of senior staff.
- Work cross site within neonatal services if required. Orientation will be provided.
About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
- Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
- Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
- On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Management
- Ensure that all contacts with neonates and visitors to the ward are handled in a sensitive and competent manner.
- Act as a host to visitors to the ward and promote the profile of the ward/department.
- Support new staff and participate in their orientation.
- Ensure effective communications within the multidisciplinary team.
- Maintain a happy and friendly atmosphere for patients in accordance with the unit philosophy of Family Centred Care and a positive environment for staff.
Educational Role
- Acting as a member of the ward team, contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of the ward as a learning environment for students.
- Assist in the mentoring process of Learner Nurses, liaising with the Clinical Educator / Ward Manager as appropriate.
- Assist in the induction and supervision of new colleagues.
- Participate in the teaching programme for learner nurses and parents/carers.
- Attend mandatory training and complete online training as per Trust Policy.
Human Resources
- Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and KSF process
- Complete all competency documentation as required subject to local guidelines
Clinical and Practice Governance
- Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
- Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies.
- The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes
- The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures
- Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust.
- Participate in clinical supervision on a regular basis
- The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.
- Take part in highlighting potential risks through the clinical governance and critical incident reporting system.
- Participate in audit for clinical practice and assist with data collection for research and actively participate in ward developments under the supervision of senior nursing staff.
- Assist in maintaining ward stores, equipment and requisitioning with due economy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Management
- Ensure that all contacts with neonates and visitors to the ward are handled in a sensitive and competent manner.
- Act as a host to visitors to the ward and promote the profile of the ward/department.
- Support new staff and participate in their orientation.
- Ensure effective communications within the multidisciplinary team.
- Maintain a happy and friendly atmosphere for patients in accordance with the unit philosophy of Family Centred Care and a positive environment for staff.
Educational Role
- Acting as a member of the ward team, contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of the ward as a learning environment for students.
- Assist in the mentoring process of Learner Nurses, liaising with the Clinical Educator / Ward Manager as appropriate.
- Assist in the induction and supervision of new colleagues.
- Participate in the teaching programme for learner nurses and parents/carers.
- Attend mandatory training and complete online training as per Trust Policy.
Human Resources
- Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and KSF process
- Complete all competency documentation as required subject to local guidelines
Clinical and Practice Governance
- Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
- Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies.
- The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes
- The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures
- Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust.
- Participate in clinical supervision on a regular basis
- The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.
- Take part in highlighting potential risks through the clinical governance and critical incident reporting system.
- Participate in audit for clinical practice and assist with data collection for research and actively participate in ward developments under the supervision of senior nursing staff.
- Assist in maintaining ward stores, equipment and requisitioning with due economy.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NNEB or equivalent
- Previous experience in a care setting of newborns
Desirable
- Experience of nursery nursing in a hospital setting
Experience
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team and parents/carers
- Ability to deliver written or verbal reports with the awareness of the need for confidentiality
Desirable
- Ability to advise and teach parenting skills
Skills/Knowledge/Attributes
Essential
- Acquired knowledge and understanding of Child Protection and Safeguarding agenda
- Ability to prioritise own workload and work as part of a team
- Good written communication skills
- Ability to identify problems and recognise when further advice is needed
- Contributes to department by attending team meetings, clinical supervision etc.
- Willingness to attend study days
- Awareness of own strengths and weaknesses and how these can be developed/ utilised to benefit staff and patients
- Can demonstrate flexible approach to work pattern in line with service requirements
Desirable
- Knowledge of professional issues within Trust and NHS
- Ability to develop IT skills required
- Ability to develop in line with dimensions of KSF outline
- Interest in teaching and supervising students/new staff
- Ability to work in a busy and pressurised environment
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NNEB or equivalent
- Previous experience in a care setting of newborns
Desirable
- Experience of nursery nursing in a hospital setting
Experience
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team and parents/carers
- Ability to deliver written or verbal reports with the awareness of the need for confidentiality
Desirable
- Ability to advise and teach parenting skills
Skills/Knowledge/Attributes
Essential
- Acquired knowledge and understanding of Child Protection and Safeguarding agenda
- Ability to prioritise own workload and work as part of a team
- Good written communication skills
- Ability to identify problems and recognise when further advice is needed
- Contributes to department by attending team meetings, clinical supervision etc.
- Willingness to attend study days
- Awareness of own strengths and weaknesses and how these can be developed/ utilised to benefit staff and patients
- Can demonstrate flexible approach to work pattern in line with service requirements
Desirable
- Knowledge of professional issues within Trust and NHS
- Ability to develop IT skills required
- Ability to develop in line with dimensions of KSF outline
- Interest in teaching and supervising students/new staff
- Ability to work in a busy and pressurised environment
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.
