Neonatal Staff Nurse

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southampton is seeking a motivated Neonatal Staff Nurse to join their expanded Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This role involves caring for premature and sick newborns, providing evidence-based care in a supportive, multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a nursing qualification and experience in a relevant specialty. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities await.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Flexible working options

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Nurse with a Degree or Diploma required.
• Recent experience in relevant specialty preferred.
• Evidence of ongoing personal development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Caring for premature and sick newborns.
• Working in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Embracing change and new opportunities in practice.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of current issues within acute health service

Understanding of personal accountability

Ability to use initiative

Education

Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)

Registered nurse on the appropriate part of the register

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

Neonatal Staff Nurse

The closing date is 09 October 2025

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 experienced Neonatal Nurses 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.

About us

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.

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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're 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.

Job 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

• 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 ongoing personal development
• Able to use initiative
• Evidence of recent study
• Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
• Teaching experience

Trust Values

• Working Together
• Always Improving

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum - Pro rata