Community Neonatal Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; Dundee; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare service in Dundee seeks a Community Neonatal Nurse to deliver specialist care to neonates and their families. The role involves providing emotional support, coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring effective transitions from hospital to home. Applicants must be registered children's nurses with post-registration experience. The position offers full-time hours and the chance to contribute to service development.

Qualifications

• Registered Children’s Nurse eligible for practice in the UK.
• Previous post-registration experience is needed.
• Experience in acute and/or community settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist nursing care to neonates in their homes.
• Support families through education, health promotion, and emotional care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care.

Skills

Specialist nursing care

Emotional support

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Registered Children’s Nurse (UK NMC Part 1, 8 or 12)

Job description

Overview

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Are you a passionate and experienced Registered Children’s Nurse looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of babies and their families? We are excited to invite applications for a Community Neonatal Nurse to join our dedicated Neonatal Community Liaison Team based at Ninewells Hospital.

This is a unique and fulfilling role where you’ll support neonates and their families in the community, helping to ensure safe and effective transitions from hospital to home. You’ll work closely with the wider neonatal team to deliver high-quality, compassionate care tailored to each family’s needs.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver specialist nursing care to neonates in their homes across Tayside


• Support families through education, health promotion, and emotional care


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans


• Contribute to service development and quality improvement


• Take responsibility for a defined caseload and support junior staff

What We’re Looking For:

• Registered Children’s Nurse (UK NMC Part 1, 8 or 12)


• Previous post-registration experience


• Experience in acute and/or community settings is desirable


• Neonatal QIS qualification is advantageous


• Commitment to professional development and community nursing

Working Hours:

Full-time

Informal Enquiries:

Hayley McDonald
Senior Nurse, Neonatal Unit
01382 633840
[e-mail]

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