Neonatal Staff Nurse

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

Minimum 35 days paid holiday (pro rata

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Neonatal Staff Nurse - QIS to join the NICU at Princess Anne Hospital in Southampton. You will provide care to the region’s most complex neonates within a supportive, multidisciplinary team and enjoy extensive induction and ongoing education.

This permanent role offers opportunities to advance in neonatal care, flexible working options, and a strong focus on family-centered care within a leading NHS Trust.

Qualifications

• NMC registration as a Registered Nurse (Adult or Child) with a post qualifying Neonatal QIS course.
• Commitment to delivering safe and compassionate care.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to undertake neonatal-specific training.

Responsibilities

• Support families and babies in the NICU as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Collaborate with the SONET regional transport, family support and psychology teams.
• Deliver high-quality neonatal care and participate in ongoing education and training.

Skills

NMC registration

Neonatal QIS course

Teamwork

Communication

Education

NMC Registered Nurse (Adult or Child)

Job description

Hours: Full time, Part time - 37.5 hours per week

Job ref: 188-NM080826

Site: Princess Anne Hospital

Town: Southampton

Closing: 19/10/2026

Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Neonatal Staff Nurse - QIS

Contract Type: Permanent

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in the Neonatal intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust are delighted to be able to offer an exciting opportunity to a Qualified in Speciality Neonatal Nurse. The NICU has recently undergone an exciting expansion, so it is an exciting time to join the team. You will be a motivated and enthusiastic person who embraces change and welcomes new opportunities.

You will work as part of a team looking after the Wessex Region's most complex neonates and will be supported to do this by working alongside a highly skilled team whilst working collaboratively with families encompassing Family Integrated Care.

You will need to have undertaken the post registration Qualified in Speciality (QIS) Neonatal course and feel able to look after ITU level babies. There will be an extensive induction programme to orientate you into UHS NICU and will then be provided with ongoing teaching and training by our in-house education team. UHS NICU is a cardiac and surgical centre which takes referrals from across the Wessex Region and works collaboratively with regional maternity services to ensure NHS England's 'Better Birth's' agenda is adhered to.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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The successful candidate will be responsible for helping support families and babies within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. We are fortunate to have many exciting teams within NICU including the regional transport service (SONET), family support and psychology team, surgical specialist nurses amongst many other expert sub teams. This ensures the bedside nurses are well supported to be able to facilitate the best patient care to our vulnerable neonatal.

Join our friendly and forward-thinking Neonatal Unit at Southampton University Hospital, where you will make a real difference in the lives of premature and sick newborns and their families.

We are looking for enthusiastic Band 5 Nurses to join our Neonatal Unit. You will provide high-quality, evidence-based care for neonates, working closely with an experienced multidisciplinary team.

We can offer you:

• A supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities for continuing professional development
• Staff wellbeing support and flexible working options

Requirements:

• NMC registration as a Registered Nurse (Adult or Child) with a post qualifying Neonatal qualified in speciality course
• Commitment to delivering safe and compassionate care
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to undertake neonatal-specific training

Southampton University Hospital is committed to delivering high-quality neonatal care and is proud of its family-centred approach. We promote professional growth and aim to help every member of our team reach their full potential

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