Job summary
Act as an advocate for babies and their families, providing them with information and directing them to the relevant support services where appropriate.
Responsible for the safeguarding and welfare of all babies and their families within their care and contact. While being aware of and complying with all safeguarding policies and procedures.
Ensure that all neonatal care is documented, and that all relevant documentation is completed accurately and within agreed timescales in line with NMC/HCPC and Health & Community Services standards. As well as be aware and compliant with of all relevant Health & Community Services policies, procedures and clinical guidelines and escalate any concerns/breaches.
Responsible for taking a pro-active approach to risk management, raising learning points through DATIX, working with colleagues to reduce risk in all areas of service delivery in line with clinical governance.
Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to carers, and other staff, overcoming any barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events.
Main duties of the job
Maintain up to date awareness of developments within neonatal practice, by acquiring knowledge and skills in reading, interpreting, and evaluating research to pursue continuous professional development.
Coordinate the overall multi-disciplinary team to identify, report and escalate issues of concern to the Ward (Unit) Manager/Lead Nurse relating to clinical safety, identified risks and compromise in care.
They will be highly visible in their clinical area, being responsible for effectively prioritising, delegating, co-ordinating and managing all aspects of their shift within their clinical area, while offering support and guidance to colleagues.
Preform clinical tasks & risk assessment on neonates which includes but is not limited to urinalysis, physiological measurements, blood sugar testing, infant feeding, venepuncture, cannulation, swabs, stool samples, sputum specimens and record accurately on EPR/PEWS and escalate concerns as appropriate.
About us
Just 14 miles (20km) from the west coast of France and 85 miles (137km) from the south coast of England, youll find the island of Jersey. The island is easy to get to from the UK and mainland Europe. There are up to 40 daily flights in and out of the island
For a small island, Jersey packs in some vastly diverse scenic landscapes. From white sandy beaches to dramatic clifftop views and caves, from lush green woodlands to rolling farmland, and from modern marinas to historic fishing harbours theres a piece of paradise to suit you. And the best part 48 miles of unspoilt breath-taking coastline are never more than minutes from your door!
Jersey is a Crown Dependency which means its not part of the UK but a self-governing possession of The Crown. Jersey has been a Crown Dependency since 1290 and has its own democratically elected parliament, government, tax system, and laws. However, the island does have a close historic relationship with France and the UK and relies on the UK for defence and international relations. It is also part of the Common Travel Area (CTA) which allows British citizens to move freely between the UK, Republic of Ireland, and the Channel Islands without a passport.
As well as the temperate weather, Jersey also boasts the highest number of sunshine hours in the British Isles. The sea temperature in the summer can reach 18 degrees C!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Have a comprehensive understanding of medication safety principles, including the principles of administration, storage, and handling of medicines. They will also engage in discussions with families, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and up to date information regarding medicines.
Accountable for establishing, maintaining, and respectfully challenging/taking appropriate action when care falls below the expected standards. Ensuring that appropriate models of effective clinical supervision are established, maintained, and embedded into clinical practice for all staff.
Exhibit professional behaviour and attitude being a positive role model for colleagues, children/young people, and their families, acting in a manner which illustrates respect for privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
Work alongside the Ward (Unit) Manager in the continual review, development, and improvement of neonatal services by leading in quality auditing processes as well as the development of future policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines.
Contribute to all relevant human resources procedures fairly and effectively. This will include assurance around developing practice through performance, review and appraisal and managing poor performance, in line with HCS policies.
In the absence of the Ward Manager take responsibility for deploying staff in line with the roster policy which will be reflective of the skill mix and acuity levels. This includes full compliance with the roster calendar and effective coordination of planned absences to enable proactive coordination of staffing shortfalls and the ability to take corrective actions as appropriate.
Undertake scheduled and emergency flight transfers with babies needing off-island treatment at UK tertiary centres with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Have a comprehensive understanding of medication safety principles, including the principles of administration, storage, and handling of medicines. They will also engage in discussions with families, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and up to date information regarding medicines.
Accountable for establishing, maintaining, and respectfully challenging/taking appropriate action when care falls below the expected standards. Ensuring that appropriate models of effective clinical supervision are established, maintained, and embedded into clinical practice for all staff.
Exhibit professional behaviour and attitude being a positive role model for colleagues, children/young people, and their families, acting in a manner which illustrates respect for privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
Work alongside the Ward (Unit) Manager in the continual review, development, and improvement of neonatal services by leading in quality auditing processes as well as the development of future policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines.
Contribute to all relevant human resources procedures fairly and effectively. This will include assurance around developing practice through performance, review and appraisal and managing poor performance, in line with HCS policies.
In the absence of the Ward Manager take responsibility for deploying staff in line with the roster policy which will be reflective of the skill mix and acuity levels. This includes full compliance with the roster calendar and effective coordination of planned absences to enable proactive coordination of staffing shortfalls and the ability to take corrective actions as appropriate.
Undertake scheduled and emergency flight transfers with babies needing off-island treatment at UK tertiary centres with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications Essential
- NMC/HCPC RegisteredHealthcare Degree/equivalent
- Neonatal Life Support
- Neonatal Specialty Qualification
- Safeguarding Level 3 Qualification
- Qualifications Desired
- Clinical Skills qualifications e.g., BFI, cannulation & venepuncture.
- Teaching and assessing qualification.
- Leadership course.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications Essential
- NMC/HCPC RegisteredHealthcare Degree/equivalent
- Neonatal Life Support
- Neonatal Specialty Qualification
- Safeguarding Level 3 Qualification
- Qualifications Desired
- Clinical Skills qualifications e.g., BFI, cannulation & venepuncture.
- Teaching and assessing qualification.
- Leadership course.
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).