Neonatal Transitional Care Nurse

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in England is seeking enthusiastic Band 5 Neonatal Transitional Care Nurses to provide family-centred care in their Neonatal Transitional Care Unit. The role involves managing a caseload of patients and supervising non-registered staff. The ideal candidate has neonatal care experience and strong communication skills, with opportunities for further training and professional development. NUH is committed to equality and representation and provides various development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Commitment to equality and representation

Qualifications

• Experience in neonatal care (further training will be provided).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Competence in giving IV medications.
• Enthusiastic and motivated.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of patients.
• Provide family-centred care.
• Supervise non-registered staff.

Skills

Neonatal care experience

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Competence in IV medications

Ability to take peripheral blood samples

Ability to supervise non-registered staff

Commitment to family-centred care

Workload prioritization skills

Caseload management

Job description

Overview

Our evolving Neonatal Transitional Care Unit is at the forefront of providing family-centred care, supporting the family to be the primary caregivers, keeping families together, bridging the gap between intensive neonatal support and home. This project offers an incredible opportunity to grow the service, deliver a high standard of care to neonates requiring ongoing support outside traditional neonatal intensive and postnatal care, work across two cutting-edge units (QMC and Nottingham City campuses), and shape the future of care with a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Experience in neonatal care (further training will be provided).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Competent in giving IV medications.
• Competent, or willing to gain competence, to take peripheral blood samples.
• Experience of supervising non-registered staff.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, family-centred care.
• Excel in prioritising and delegating workload.
• Able to manage a caseload of patients.
• Enthusiastic and motivated.

About Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH)

NUH is introducing nursing care within the Transitional Care Service spanning Queen\'s Medical Centre (QMC) and Nottingham City Hospital campuses. We are looking for enthusiastic and compassionate Band 5 Neonatal Transitional Care Nurses to join us and shape the future of care for babies and their families. NUH is one of the UK\'s largest teaching hospital trusts, supporting over 8,000 births annually across two campuses and offering facilities including midwifery-led units, a Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and home birth services. The Trust fosters a collaborative environment with professional development through access to advanced training programs, mentorship, and research opportunities. We welcome diverse applicants and are committed to equality and representation.

Why join

NUH values your input and supports career growth within a diverse and dynamic team. We offer endless personal development opportunities and strive to turn your job into a career. We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic or Disabled, as we continue to improve representation.

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to refrain from using AI at any stage during the recruitment process. Closing dates: submit your application as soon as possible; we reserve the right to close vacancies early if sufficient applications are received. Communications regarding your application will be via the email address provided. If you require an easier application process, an easy-read option is available on the intranet. NUH offers application completion and interview preparation support.

Salary: The quoted salary will be on a pro rata basis for part-time workers. Disability Confidence: all applicants who declare a disability and meet essential criteria will be shortlisted. At risk of redundancy: NHS employees in the East Midlands at risk of redundancy may receive preferential interview considerations. International recruitment: guidance is available for applying from outside the UK. ID and Right to Work checks: NUH uses a Trust ID system for verification. Consent: transfer of NHS service data and access to occupational health records may be required. DBS: some posts may require a Disclosure and Barring Service check, with costs potentially borne by the candidate as specified in the offer.