Job summary
- Main area
- Neonatology
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 279-6634146-SEP24
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £26,530 - £29,114 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 01/10/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Neonatal Nurse Associate
Band 4
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join the neonatal team based at The Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton
This is a 27 Cot level 3 Surgical NICU, comprising of 3 nurseries, ITU, HDU and Special Care.
You will be expected to work alongside the nursing team to provide excellent care to our families.
There is an expectation that some cross site working at SCBU at Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath will take place to meet the needs of the service.
You should be a qualified or near to qualifying nurse associate who is keen to work with families and neonates.
We will offer ongoing training and support for professional development, and have previously supported Nurse Associates to become registered Nurses, both Adult and Children's.
Main duties of the job
Summary of detail include:
Effective communication
Work within your NMC Code of Professional Conduct
Participate in discussions with the multidisciplinary team
Follow Health and safety targets and Infection Prevention procedures.
Maintain an awareness of evidence base and best practice in nursing care
Keep accurate and clear documentation.
To continue with learning and development.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centered, compassionate care under the leadership and direction of a registered nurse (or other registered care professional)
Work within all aspects of the nursing process, providing high quality holistic and person centered care.
Support the registered nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of care with focus on promoting health, independence and family integrated care.
Carry out specific clinical and care tasks to a high standard and competency, under the leadership and direction of a registered nurse.
Be an accountable professional
Have the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role.
Please see our detailed job description for the main duties and responsibilities.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Qualified Nursing Associate on the NMC register
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria
- Previous experience working with babies or children
- Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable criteria
- Ability to access computerised data
- Care planning skills
Knowledge & skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work under own initiative
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Zoe Hall
- Job title
- Neonatal Matron
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273696955
- Additional information
For further information, please contact either Zoe Hall Neonatal Matron on extension 67742.
Or Neonatal management sister on extension 67620
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