Neonatal Clinical Support Worker

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 03 December 2024

Job summary

Exciting opportunities are currently available within our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and we are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated clinical support workers to join our friendly, well-established, and experienced team! ??

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NICU is one of the Level 3 Centres within the Lancashire and South Cumbria Neonatal Network and part of the North West Neonatal Operational Delivery Network. ??

As a supportive team, we believe you will gain many new specialized skills to further your career. This role can be demanding at times, but it is incredibly rewarding and worthwhile. ??

You will need to be highly motivated with excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently as a lone worker and within a multi-disciplinary team setting. ??

Our unit comprises 28 cots - providing intensive, high dependency, special care, and transitional care for babies in the Preston and South Ribble area, as well as premature and sick babies from other parts of the Lancashire and South Cumbria region. ??

You must have a commitment to delivering high-quality, safe care in partnership with families. As a member of our friendly and professional team, you will be reliable, flexible, and motivated. ? You will be active in fostering a positive working environment that allows staff to show initiative and thrive! ?

Main duties of the job

Responsible for the provision of care for a cohort of patients under the delegation and supervision of the nurse in charge, including assisting with the continuous assessment and evaluation of care, performing care risk assessments, assisting with admission and discharge processes, and providing a range of clinical duties under the guidance and supervision of the team leader/nurse in charge, such as: personal hygiene and comfort ??, vital signs monitoring ??, early recognition and escalation of acutely ill patients ?, fluid balance monitoring ?, enteral feeding/meeting nutritional needs ?, oxygen therapy ?, and providing support and advice to families ???????.

To provide support and advice for other staff and students to help them reach their full potential ??.

To support the productive operation of the ward environment by undertaking a range of activities that contribute to the maintenance of a safe and clean environment ??.

To always act in a manner that upholds the Trust's values and Nursing & Midwifery Professional Framework goals, working as part of a team to ensure that patients and relatives receive excellent care with compassion ??.

About us

We are proud to have a team of 10,000 incredible individuals dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare services. Whether you're a nurse, doctor, administrator, or support staff member, your contribution matters. With every action you take, you're making a real difference in the lives of our service users. ??

**Community Impact:** With your help, we care for 370,000 people in our local area and provide specialist care to 1.5 million individuals across Lancashire and Cumbria. Your dedication ensures that no one in our community is left without the care they need and deserve. ??

**Sense of Purpose:** Working with us isn't just a job - it's a calling. You'll experience a profound sense of pride knowing that every task you undertake directly impacts the well-being of our patients and staff. Together, we thrive, ensuring that outstanding healthcare is accessible to all in our local towns. ??

**Professional Growth:** Joining our team means unlocking a world of opportunities for personal and professional development. From specialized training to networking with exceptional individuals, you'll broaden your skill set and expand your career horizons. ??

**Innovation and Excellence:** We encourage boldness and innovation. You'll be challenged to think differently, push boundaries, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. ??

Join us and Be Part of Something Truly Meaningful! ???

Date posted

19 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year Per annum/Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

438-PB2351

Job locations

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Care of Babies and Families:** Provide compassionate care to babies and their families across the neonatal service, with a focus on **transitional care** and **special care** settings.

**Promote Family Integrated Care:** Support and encourage Family Integrated Care and work towards achieving accreditation with the **Breastfeeding Friendly Initiative** to enhance family-centered support.

**Collaborative Teamwork:** Work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of the **highest quality care** and positive outcomes for our young patients and their families.

Please refer to attached Job Description for more information.

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Care of Babies and Families:** Provide compassionate care to babies and their families across the neonatal service, with a focus on **transitional care** and **special care** settings.

**Collaborative Teamwork:** Work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of the **highest quality care** and positive outcomes for our young patients and their families.

Please refer to attached Job Description for more information.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

Maths & English grade 4-9 or grade C or above OR Functional Skills Maths & English Level 2
Completed Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care OR Nursery Nurse qualification

Desirable

Basic Life Support
ECDL or equivalent IT skills
Evidence of Higher Education

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Experience of working with AHPs in MDT
Experience of assisting with clinical procedures
Knowledge of Health & safety processes
Knowledge of infection control and decontamination processes

Desirable

Experience of working as an assistant practitioner
Significant / recent experience of working in a Child Health or Maternity setting

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

Maths & English grade 4-9 or grade C or above OR Functional Skills Maths & English Level 2
Completed Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care OR Nursery Nurse qualification

Desirable

Basic Life Support
ECDL or equivalent IT skills
Evidence of Higher Education

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Experience of working with AHPs in MDT
Experience of assisting with clinical procedures
Knowledge of Health & safety processes
Knowledge of infection control and decontamination processes

Desirable

Experience of working as an assistant practitioner
Significant / recent experience of working in a Child Health or Maternity setting

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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