Neonatal Staff Nurse

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare facility in Southampton is seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse to join their expanding NICU team. The role focuses on providing exceptional care for premature and critically ill newborns while supporting a collaborative and inclusive environment. Candidates should be qualified nurses with relevant experience and a commitment to ongoing professional development. The position offers flexible working options and a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Structured induction programme

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Flexible working options

Staff wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register.
• Evidence of on-going personal development.
• Knowledge of infection control management.

Responsibilities

• Caring for premature and sick newborns.
• Working alongside a multidisciplinary team.
• Embracing change and welcoming new opportunities.

Skills

Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service

Understanding of personal accountability

Evidence of teaching and supporting learners

Ability to use initiative

Education

Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)

Job description

Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

Are you a passionate and motivated Nurse looking to make a real difference in the lives of premature and sick newborns and their families? We are looking for an experienced Neonatal Nurse with a Qualification in Specialty (QIS).

Our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at University Hospital Southampton has recently undergone an exciting expansion, making this a fantastic time to join our friendly and forward-thinking team. As a Level 1–3 unit and a regional centre for cardiac and surgical neonatal care, we take referrals from across the Wessex Region and work closely with regional maternity services.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive multidisciplinary team environment
• Access to a structured induction programme and in-house education
• Neonatal-specific training, including QIS training if required and after gaining suitable experience
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Staff wellbeing support and flexible working options

You will work alongside a highly skilled team, caring for the region’s most complex neonates. Our unit is proud to promote Family Integrated Care and includes a wide range of specialist services such as the regional transport team (SONET), a dedicated family support and psychology team, and surgical specialist Nurses – all ensuring excellent support at the bedside.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We are committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. We champion individuality and are committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the University Hospital Southampton has recently undergone an 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.

Person specification

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Understanding of personal accountability
• Knowledge of own role within the team
• Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
• Awareness of evidence-based practice
• Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
• Evidence of on-going personal development
• Able to use initiative

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of recent study
• Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
• Teaching experience

Trust Values

Essential criteria

• Patient First
• Working Together
• Always Improving