Trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust is seeking a passionate Trainee Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join its dedicated neonatal service team. This fixed-term 18-month contract offers opportunities for advancement to a permanent position and includes a comprehensive training program at the University of Southampton, equipping you with essential skills in neonatal care.

Qualifications

• Must complete a Master's in Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practice.
• Portfolio required for candidates without a full degree.
• Completion of an Independent Non-Medical Prescribing qualification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care to neonates and families.
• Assist in covering the service 24/7.
• Engage in shift work as part of a 7-day working pattern.

Skills

Communication

Critical decision-making

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Nursing

Job description

Job overview

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust provides Level 2 Neonatal Services. We have 22 cots, 3 ITU, 3HDU, and 16 special care cots.

We are looking for an passionate Trainee Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (ANNP) to join our Neonatal service and advanced practitioners team.

This demanding role requires passionate, highly motivated, with excellent communication skills who strives for the delivery of high quality care to our neonates and their families.

You will demonstrate safe critical decision-making skills whilst working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of premature and sick new born babies. The team works a medical model assisting to cover the service 24/7.

Main duties of the job

The purpose of this role is to develop a clear pathway of progression, training, and career structure for Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners. This role will encompass a 7-day working pattern with an element of shift work and after-hours working. This post will develop to a Band 8a upon completion of a Masters in Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practice, and completion of an Independent Non-Medical Prescribing qualification. The post holder will also be required to undergo a wide range of core clinical competencies and case presentations within the area ofpractice.

This is a fixed term contract of 18 months which will progress to a permanent post up to completion of the course.

You will be expected to attend the University of Southampton and complete the full-time pathway MSC Advanced Clinical Practice (Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner) commencing September 2024.

Please note: Candidates that do not hold a full degree will be expected to complete a portfolio of work set by the university prior to commencement of the course.

Working for your organisation

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Come for an informal visit to see if you are ready for the exciting challenge and experience of working on a level 2 neonatal intensive care unit, we can show you around and fill you in on the exciting prospects that await you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.