Registered Nurse - NICU

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Norwich is seeking a Band 5 Nurse to join the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The role involves delivering high-standard care, managing the team, and supporting family integrated care. Ideal candidates should have neonatal experience or be willing to develop skills. The position offers comprehensive training and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

On-site nursery

Salary sacrifice schemes

Pension and annual leave entitlements

Qualifications

• Must have current UK professional registration for the role.
• Experience in neonatal care or completion of QIS is preferred.
• Ability to support family integrated care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate nursing care to a high standard.
• Manage ward environment in the absence of senior staff.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

Neonatal care experience

Leadership in nursing

Evidence-based nursing practice

Education

Current UK professional registration

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Nurse who is QIS, or has recent neonatal experience, to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NNUH). We are a regional level 3 intensive care unit with 42 cots, delivering a full range of care from Intensive and high dependency through special and transitional care, supporting families as partners in care. We offer a comprehensive 6‑week induction with access to simulation training and mentorship from experienced neonatal nurses and advanced practitioners, with support to complete the specialist nursing training (QIS).

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of nursing care to a high standard, applying evidence‑based practice.
• Provide daily personal care of patients and maintain accurate records of all care given.
• Manage the ward/department environment and staffing in the absence of a senior member of staff, including bed management and delegation of workload according to staff competencies.
• Lead and monitor the performance and work of the nursing team and support workers; act as a professional role model and provide leadership to junior staff.
• Support and direct the voluntary workforce in the clinical area.
• Ensure practice is in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and work within limits of competence.
• Maintain a high standard of nursing care and follow the Trust’s preceptorship programme.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Current UK professional registration where required by the role.
• Experience in neonatal care or completion of QIS; willingness to develop skills within a friendly, inclusive team.
• Ability to work within a strong culture of family integrated care and partnership with parents in care.
• Willingness to participate in the Trust’s induction and training programmes, including simulation training and mentorship.

Travel, DBS, NHS Service and Registration

• DBS checks will be required for roles involving work with children or adults as relevant.
• We will verify any previous NHS service via ESR/IAT where applicable.
• You must have current UK professional registration if required for the role.
• For visa sponsorship, eligibility will be assessed against gov.uk criteria for the Skilled Worker visa.

Additional Information

• Application communications will be by email; please check regularly (including spam).
• We value equality and encourage applications from all sections of the community; individuals with a disability may request consideration under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme where eligible.
• Flexibility in working patterns may be considered; please indicate any preferred arrangements in your supporting statement.
• Location: Norwich, Norfolk and surrounding areas. Norwich is a vibrant city with access to open countryside and cultural opportunities.
• Employee benefits include flexible working hours, staff physiotherapy, on‑site nursery, staff cafes, salary sacrifice schemes, pension and annual leave entitlements, and other benefits.