Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Nurse) Neonatal Transport

NHS Jobs; West of England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Nurse) in Neonatal Transport to lead and participate in stabilisation, retrieval and transport of critically ill newborns across the South West Neonatal Network.

The post involves advanced clinical assessment and autonomous decision-making within ACP scope, delivering family‑centred care and contributing to education, governance and research across the transport service.

Responsibilities

• Stabilise, retrieve and transport critically ill and vulnerable newborn infants across the South West Neonatal Network.
• Provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis and management within the ACP scope of practice.
• Deliver high-quality, family-centred care throughout the retrieval and transport journey.
• Provide clinical leadership within the transport team during neonatal retrieval missions.
• Contribute to service planning, education, governance and research within neonatal transport services.

Job description

Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Nurse) Neonatal Transport

Clinical Practice Lead and participate in the stabilisation, retrieval and transport of critically ill and vulnerable newborn infants across the South West Neonatal Network. Undertake advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis and management of complex neonatal patients. Practise autonomously within the ACP scope of practice, making independent clinical decisions in dynamic and challenging environments. Deliver high-quality, family-centred care throughout the retrieval and transport journey.

Leadership and Service Delivery

Provide clinical leadership within the transport team during neonatal retrieval missions. Support the ongoing development of neonatal transport services across the region. Contribute to service planning, innovation and the implementation of evidence-based practice.

Education and Workforce Development

Support the education and development of transport team colleagues and network staff. Act as a clinical role model and contribute to training programmes, simulation and clinical supervision activities. Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Quality Improvement and Governance

Participate in clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives. Contribute to incident review, learning processes and service evaluation. Support compliance with national standards, local policies and professional frameworks.

Research and Evidence Based Practice

Contribute to research, service evaluation and the implementation of emerging evidence. Promote the use of best available evidence to improve patient outcomes and service delivery.

Working for SoNAR

Work collaboratively with neonatal units, maternity services, ambulance services and other healthcare partners across the South West. Represent SoNAR professionally and contribute to the delivery of a safe, responsive and effective neonatal transport service.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust