An exciting opportunity has risen for a Band 6 Neonatal staff nurse.

Hillingdon NHS FT is seeking a qualified band 6 nurse who has the passion for nursing with strong communication skills who is looking to build, learn and develop their experience, working alongside some of the most expert neonatal clinicians in the country.

Must have:

Qualifications: RN/ RM / RSCN with ENB 405 certificate or completed CPD in Neonatal Intensive/ High dependency/ Special care
At least 2 years of neonatal experience
ENB 997/998 or ENB 997/998 or SSSA Training for Supervisor
Health related diploma or degree is desirable.

Job Summary:

• The post holder is required to participate in all ward activities as an effective team member supporting senior sister and taking responsibilities for coordinating a team of staff within a shift.
• The post holder is required to take responsibility as the prime care provider for a determined group of patients. She /he will work without direct supervision in the assessment group of all relevant care needs, development and implementation of programmed of care.
• The post holder is required to supervise and teach junior staff and pre and post registration student whilst maintaining a safe working environment.
• The post holder is required to develop and maintain a high quality of nursing care based on the Trust's mission statement, core objectives and Nursing, Midwifery & Healthcare Assistant Strategy.
• The post holder is required to work within the codes of practice, professional guidelines and policies.
• Working Relationships
• The post holder will work closely with the clinical team leader/Lead Nurse for Neonatal Unit, nurses and students, a number of professions and specialities across the trust.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• monitoring the vital signs of the patient and accurate documentation of the same and report if there is deviation from the norm.
• assisting medical staff in performing procedures and ensure that all treatments are carried out correctly promptly.
• administering drug therapy and setting up of intravenous fluids in accordance to medical prescription and Trust policy No: 96 (for prescribing, administration and control of drugs.)
• responsible for safe keeping of all drugs including controlled drugs according to Trust policy above.
• monitoring and documenting fluid intake and output accurately.
• attending high risk deliveries in labour ward and assist in stabilising the patient and transferring the patient to neonatal unit.
• initiating discharge planning and preparing parents by parent craft education in readiness for patient's smooth transition to home.
• ensuring staff and self maintain an legible, accurate and precise records at all times and be aware of the legal implications of these documents.
• ensuring that all emergency equipment are checked and in working condition on every shift.
• To promote Family Integrated Care and ensure health promotion as an integral part of nursing care.
• To provide sensitive support to all parents especially the parents of dying babies and babies with anomalies.
• To participate actively in ward rounds and evaluate the outcome of the changes made to improve the patient and family care. Report and record the above.
• To ensure that changes in treatment /care of the patients are being communicated effectively to members of staff allocated to the patient and ensure instructions are carried out promptly.
• To respond to clinical emergency situations and initiate appropriate basic resuscitation till help arrives and then manages the situation in consultation with senior medical and nursing team.
• To accompany patient on transfer to and from other hospitals with or without the medical staff depending on the condition of the patient.
• To provide and maintain a suitable and safe environment for the physical and psychological well being for the staff, patients/clients and their relatives/carers; refer for guidance and advice as appropriate.
• To be conversant with emergency procedures in the event of fire and major incident and take in lead in these emergency situation in the absence of senior sister/ manager.

Why join the Hillingdon Staff Bank?

Working via the bank is a great way to get more flexible shift patterns and a better work-life balance.

• See the best shifts first - bank staff get priority over all agency workers and can view all available shifts online
• Get weekly pay at highly competitive rates and free uniforms
• Access 24x7 support from our friendly onsite Staff Bank team - including support with your career development
• Become part of an integrated team - feel more valued and supported in your work and access NHS and Trust benefits such as pension contributions and discounts.

Our locations

Hillingdon Hospital Mount Vernon Hospital
Pield Heath Road Rickmansworth Rd,
Uxbridge, Northwood

UB8 3NN HA6 2RN

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