Childrens registered nurse

Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust; Harlow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Flexible working

Wellbeing focus

Job summary

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Registered Band 5 Neonatal Nurse for a fixed-term maternity leave cover in the Neonatal Unit. You will provide compassionate, family-centred care to premature and ill newborns in Special Care, High Dependency, and Intensive Care.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, maintain high professional standards, and develop leadership and clinical skills throughout the fixed-term period.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with NMC registration and current nursing pin.
• Specialist neonatal care knowledge advantageous.
• Commitment to family-centred care and collaborative practice.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for premature and ill newborns.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and support families in the unit.
• Uphold NMC Code and Trust policies while developing clinical leadership skills.

Skills

NMC registration

Neonatal nursing

Family-centred care

Clinical leadership

Evidence-based practice

Education

NMC registered nurse qualification

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Overview

This is a fixed-term maternity leave cover position. The post holder will work as a Registered Band 5 Neonatal Nurse within the Neonatal Unit, providing high-quality, compassionate, and family-centred care to premature, sick, and vulnerable newborn infants requiring Special Care, High Dependency Care, and Intensive Care.

Job Overview

This is a fixed-term maternity leave cover position. The post holder will work as a Registered Band 5 Neonatal Nurse within the Neonatal Unit, providing high-quality, compassionate, and family-centred care to premature, sick, and vulnerable newborn infants requiring Special Care, High Dependency Care, and Intensive Care.

Main duties of the job

As a skilled member of the nursing team, the post holder will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based care, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve the best possible outcomes for infants and their families. They will promote family-integrated care, ensuring parents and carers are supported, informed, and actively involved in their baby's care journey. The post holder will contribute to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment that upholds the Trust's values and standards of care. They will work under the supervision of senior neonatal nursing staff, developing clinical, leadership, and management skills while maintaining professional practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code and Trust policies. The post is offered on a fixed-term basis to provide maternity leave cover and is expected to maintain the full range of responsibilities associated with a Band 5 Neonatal Nurse throughout the period of employment.

Please See The Attached Job Description

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wavea national programme that's changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means we're working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. We're a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

• We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

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