Job summary
Neonatal Networks were formed following recommendations from the Department of Health in 2003 and their objective is to ensure that babies and their families receive high quality care which is equitable and accessible for all. Neonatal Networks are the key central point for clinicians and nursing staff to communicate and collaborate.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Network Care Coordinator is to work with nursing and medical staff in the neonatal units across the East Midlands region to support and monitor the implementation of Family Integrated Care.
The individual will also work alongside the EMNODN units supporting their journey towards achieving UNICEF-UK's Neonatal Baby Friendly Standards, and Bliss' Baby Charter standards.
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder must be a registered nurse or midwife, educated to, or working towards, degree level. Recent neonatal experience is essential, alongside a demonstrable passion for Family Integrated Care.
Experience of developing, implementing and managing change in neonatal services is desirable. A full current driving licence is required as the role involves travelling between neonatal units across the East Midlands.
There are 11 neonatal units within the East Midlands Neonatal Operational Delivery Network (EMNODN) which spans Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, and Lincolnshire.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated neonatal nurse, with experience in Family Integrated Care, to join the Network team. The post is for 12 months to cover maternity leave.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder must be a registered nurse or midwife, educated to, or working towards, degree level. Recent neonatal experience is essential, alongside a demonstrable passion for Family Integrated Care.
Experience of developing, implementing and managing change in neonatal services is desirable. A full current driving licence is required as the role involves travelling between neonatal units across the East Midlands.
There are 11 neonatal units within the East Midlands Neonatal Operational Delivery Network (EMNODN) which spans Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, and Lincolnshire.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated neonatal nurse, with experience in Family Integrated Care, to join the Network team. The post is for 12 months to cover maternity leave.
Person Specification
Education, training and qualification
Essential
- Current first level NMC registration as a nurse/midwife
- Educated to / working towards 1st Degree in nursing or other health related topic.
- Master's degree or ability/commitment to undertake a health care related higher degree (MA/MSc) and complete within 4-5 years
- Qualified in Specialty - recognised qualification in neonatal care, e.g. ENB 405 or equivalent OR similar appropriate professional experience
- Minimum of two years recent neonatal experience
- Minimum of two-year recent experience at a Band 6 level or above OR similar appropriate senior professional experience
- Demonstrable knowledge of Developmental Care/Family Centred/Family Integrated Care
- Experience in parental support
- Evidence of commitment to teaching staff/students/parents
- Teaching and assessing qualification, e.g. ENB 998/997 or equivalent
Desirable
- Leadership course/module or recognised qualification
- Experience of leading/developing family centred care
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Good knowledge of current neonatal nursing practice and professional nursing issues or associated professional attributes
- Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of practice development and evidence based practice
- Evidence of specific work with parents and families
- Teaching, mentoring and assessing experience
- Evidence of up to date skills and is clinically competent in current role
Desirable
- Experience in developing, implementing and managing change
- Research/audit experience
Skills
Essential
- Project Management Skills
- Good IT skills
- Clear and concise presentation skills including PowerPoint
- Ability to produce written reports
- Ability to work unsupervised/independently
- Ability to implement and effect change
- Able to demonstrate good multidisciplinary team working
Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our staff, patients and service users
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development and maintenance of a Personal, Professional Profile
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
- Highly developed organisational skills Motivated to professional development of self as well as others
- Evidence of an enthusiasm for developing practice in current role
- Excellent role model and high standards of conduct and behaviour
- Ability to adapt to changing needs of the service
- Calm and objective
- Positive and proactive approach to problem solving
- Good time management skills and attendance record
- Willingness to further develop knowledge and skills
- Clean driving licence and flexible approach to work - the role will entail significant travel and a high degree of autonomy
- Able to carry IT equipment
Desirable
- Evidence of developing neonatal nursing practice or other professional area
Person Specification
Education, training and qualification
Essential
- Current first level NMC registration as a nurse/midwife
- Educated to / working towards 1st Degree in nursing or other health related topic.
- Master's degree or ability/commitment to undertake a health care related higher degree (MA/MSc) and complete within 4-5 years
- Qualified in Specialty - recognised qualification in neonatal care, e.g. ENB 405 or equivalent OR similar appropriate professional experience
- Minimum of two years recent neonatal experience
- Minimum of two-year recent experience at a Band 6 level or above OR similar appropriate senior professional experience
- Demonstrable knowledge of Developmental Care/Family Centred/Family Integrated Care
- Experience in parental support
- Evidence of commitment to teaching staff/students/parents
- Teaching and assessing qualification, e.g. ENB 998/997 or equivalent
Desirable
- Leadership course/module or recognised qualification
- Experience of leading/developing family centred care
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Good knowledge of current neonatal nursing practice and professional nursing issues or associated professional attributes
- Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of practice development and evidence based practice
- Evidence of specific work with parents and families
- Teaching, mentoring and assessing experience
- Evidence of up to date skills and is clinically competent in current role
Desirable
- Experience in developing, implementing and managing change
- Research/audit experience
Skills
Essential
- Project Management Skills
- Good IT skills
- Clear and concise presentation skills including PowerPoint
- Ability to produce written reports
- Ability to work unsupervised/independently
- Ability to implement and effect change
- Able to demonstrate good multidisciplinary team working
Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our staff, patients and service users
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development and maintenance of a Personal, Professional Profile
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
- Highly developed organisational skills Motivated to professional development of self as well as others
- Evidence of an enthusiasm for developing practice in current role
- Excellent role model and high standards of conduct and behaviour
- Ability to adapt to changing needs of the service
- Calm and objective
- Positive and proactive approach to problem solving
- Good time management skills and attendance record
- Willingness to further develop knowledge and skills
- Clean driving licence and flexible approach to work - the role will entail significant travel and a high degree of autonomy
- Able to carry IT equipment
Desirable
- Evidence of developing neonatal nursing practice or other professional area
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).
