Childrens registered nurse

Princess Alexandra Hospital; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

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. The post involves delivering high-quality, family-centred care to premature and sick newborns across Special Care, High Dependency, and Intensive Care settings, under supervision of senior staff.

You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based care, promote family-integrated care, and work within the multidisciplinary team to support

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based care in the Neonatal Unit.

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.

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.

Main duties of the job

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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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