Job summary
Job overview
We have a number of positions available for registered nurses (Adult or Paediatric trained) and Midwives within our Neonatal team at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. No previous experience will be required as we will provide full support to work through local induction and the QIS modules (Qualified in Speciality) in conjunction with the University of South Wales
We are a dedicated team of Neonatal Nurses, Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, Consultants, Practice Development Team and Outreach team working in a busy environment with a family like ethos. It's a great team to be part of!
As part of the All-Wales Neonatal Network Transport Service, we care not only for babies and their families born in our Health Board, but from the whole of Wales, therefore, you will gain an enormous amount of experience, knowledge and skills from working with us at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
As part of the support provided, we facilitate and deliver the Qualified in Speciality (QIS) neonatal courses in conjunction with the University of South Wales.
You will be expected to undertake both courses when they commence in April/May and will run for 15 weeks. Following this, there will be a 6 to 8 week break before the second course commences. This will be in September/October for a further 15 weeks.
You will be fully supported during your induction and you will work supernumerary with a buddy throughout.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Motivated and flexible approach to work
- Professional manner
- Good team player
Desirable
- Enthusiasm for own professional development
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Basic leadership and management skills
Desirable
- Demonstrates self-awareness
- Awareness of importance of good time management
- Ability to speak Welsh
Work Experience
Essential
- Relevant neonatal experience
Desirable
Knowledge & Understanding
Essential
- Evidence based practice
- Multidisciplinary team working
- Good clinical / organisational skills
- Awareness of professional issues
- Child Protection Policies and own role
Desirable
- Ability to develop specific areas of interest within neonatal nursing practice
Education & Training
Essential
- RGN/RM/RSCN/RN (Child/Adult)
Desirable
- Post basic Neonatal course (998 or equivalent)
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Motivated and flexible approach to work
- Professional manner
- Good team player
Desirable
- Enthusiasm for own professional development
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Basic leadership and management skills
Desirable
- Demonstrates self-awareness
- Awareness of importance of good time management
- Ability to speak Welsh
Work Experience
Essential
- Relevant neonatal experience
Desirable
Knowledge & Understanding
Essential
- Evidence based practice
- Multidisciplinary team working
- Good clinical / organisational skills
- Awareness of professional issues
- Child Protection Policies and own role
Desirable
- Ability to develop specific areas of interest within neonatal nursing practice
Education & Training
Essential
- RGN/RM/RSCN/RN (Child/Adult)
Desirable
- Post basic Neonatal course (998 or equivalent)
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).
