Job summary
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is an 16 bedded Level 2 Unit within the Thames Valley Neonatal Network. Comprising of; 2 Intensive Care 4 High Dependency and 10 Special Care cots. We provide highly skilled neonatal care. We provide a 6 bedded Transitional care unit within the post-natal ward primarily run by the neonatal nursing team with a TC Lead and consultant support.We are a large and very friendly team which prides itself on offering excellent care to the vulnerable babies on the unit. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, innovative and highly skilled Neonatal Nurse to join our team in the capacity of Trainee Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practioner. Within the Neonatal team we provide expert clinical care whilst optimizing patient outcomes and contributing to a positive family experience. ANNP's currently work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to promote skilled excellence in neonatal care, training and education, unit initiatives, supporting the medical rota, developing staff and play a key part in service development. The successful candidate will be a dedicated clinical expert with evidence of competence in extended skills. They need to have a passion for high quality patient care within neonates, well-developed communication & relationship skills and a positive, mature and professional attitude. Furthermore the successful individual must be committed to the trust values and support our strategic objectives.
Main duties of the job
The Trainee ANNP would commence training in September 2026. They would not start their post until this time. If qualified, the post would be available for an immediate start.
The ANNP has a key working relationship with all members of nursing, midwifery, AHP, medical staff and members of the multidisciplinary team involved in the care of patients.The ANNP bridges the professional and clinical boundaries between nursing/midwifery/AHP and medical care often enabling them to take on the role and responsibilities formerly undertaken by medical practitioners. The ANNP practices both autonomously and in partnership with the multidisciplinary team under the clinical supervision provided by a Consultant and/or Team Leader. The post holder will use collaborative and independent judgement to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan, implement, manage and evaluate clinical nursing/midwifery/AHP and medical care and management of patients. The ANNP will take a lead in the on-going assessment, investigations, procedures, treatment and management of patients in their speciality area.The ANNP works within the multidisciplinary team to deliver advanced clinical skills, clinical leadership and provides clinical supervision/support and structured teaching and mentorship for multidisciplinary professionals (including medical staff) to facilitate on-going education, training and development.
About us
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ANNP post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which
Practice in compliance with the Nursing and Midwifery Code of Professional Conduct being responsible and accountable for their decisions, actions, or omissions at this level of advanced practice.
Act autonomously within the required scope of professional practice and in accordance with local and national guidelines, taking responsibility for decisions, actions and omissions.
Act as a clinical role model and advocate delivering high standards of neonatal care which are responsive to the needs of service provision and service users.
Demonstrate substantial knowledge and understanding of antenatal factors and disease processes that impact upon the embryological development of all systems, in order to formulate a comprehensive holistic management plan which optimises outcomes for neonates with common conditions.
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of physiology and pathophysiology in a range of clinical conditions and disease processes in order to plan and manage episodes of care from birth to discharge, utilising the neonatal team and allied health professionals appropriately.
Apply comprehensive knowledge, clinical reasoning and decision-making skills to instigate, evaluate and interpret pertinent routine investigations.
Perform a comprehensive assessment and initiate appropriate pharmacological therapies applying critical knowledge of pathophysiology, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics and polypharmacy.
For ANNPs authorised to prescribe therapeutic medications and treatments, and after approval from the Trusts Independent & Supplementary Prescribing Lead, the ANNP will prescribe medications safely and effectively in line with their scope of practice, utilising local or organisational guidelines, national guidelines, and adhering to the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Prescribing Standards, and those of the NMC.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ANNP post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which
Practice in compliance with the Nursing and Midwifery Code of Professional Conduct being responsible and accountable for their decisions, actions, or omissions at this level of advanced practice.
Act autonomously within the required scope of professional practice and in accordance with local and national guidelines, taking responsibility for decisions, actions and omissions.
Act as a clinical role model and advocate delivering high standards of neonatal care which are responsive to the needs of service provision and service users.
Demonstrate substantial knowledge and understanding of antenatal factors and disease processes that impact upon the embryological development of all systems, in order to formulate a comprehensive holistic management plan which optimises outcomes for neonates with common conditions.
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of physiology and pathophysiology in a range of clinical conditions and disease processes in order to plan and manage episodes of care from birth to discharge, utilising the neonatal team and allied health professionals appropriately.
Apply comprehensive knowledge, clinical reasoning and decision-making skills to instigate, evaluate and interpret pertinent routine investigations.
Perform a comprehensive assessment and initiate appropriate pharmacological therapies applying critical knowledge of pathophysiology, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics and polypharmacy.
For ANNPs authorised to prescribe therapeutic medications and treatments, and after approval from the Trusts Independent & Supplementary Prescribing Lead, the ANNP will prescribe medications safely and effectively in line with their scope of practice, utilising local or organisational guidelines, national guidelines, and adhering to the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Prescribing Standards, and those of the NMC.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Healthcare professional NMC
- Qualified in specialty
- Demonstratable evidance of ability to study at level 7
Desirable
- Mentoring, facilitating workplace learning or clinical supervision qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience and expertise within neonates for the tANNP role
- Recent experience of management ability and leadership
Desirable
- Evidence of exsisting clinical skills/procedures as per JD
- Experience of change management
Skills, knowledge and abilities
Essential
- Ability to recognise and analyse complex situations utilising decision making skills to take appropriate action
Desirable
- evidence of delivering educational teaching and associated evaluations
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Healthcare professional NMC
- Qualified in specialty
- Demonstratable evidance of ability to study at level 7
Desirable
- Mentoring, facilitating workplace learning or clinical supervision qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience and expertise within neonates for the tANNP role
- Recent experience of management ability and leadership
Desirable
- Evidence of exsisting clinical skills/procedures as per JD
- Experience of change management
Skills, knowledge and abilities
Essential
- Ability to recognise and analyse complex situations utilising decision making skills to take appropriate action
Desirable
- evidence of delivering educational teaching and associated evaluations
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).
