Neonatal Community Sister

Overview

The Community Neonatal Service, based within Milton Keynes University Hospital, is a well established neonatal community team that facilitates a seamless transition of babies from hospital to their homes. The unit currently comprises 16 cots, of which 5 are intensive/high dependency and 11 are special care. The team seeks an enthusiastic and motivated Children’s trained nurse with Acute Neonatal and community-based experience to join a friendly and dynamic team attached to the local neonatal unit of the Thames Valley Network.

• Provide nursing care of neonates from admission through to discharge.
• Coordinate care and discharge planning processes.
• Deliver evidence‑based, family‑centred care both in hospital and in patients’ homes.
• Support the transition of babies into the community and offer ongoing care for complex neonatal conditions such as chronic lung disease.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, role‑modelling and leadership skills.

• Children’s trained nurse with Acute Neonatal and community-based experience.
• Competent in planning, implementing and assessing care of babies with complex neonatal conditions.
• Clean UK driving licence.
• Motivated to pursue continuing professional development and training opportunities.

• Opportunity to develop skills and experience in other areas of children’s community nursing.
• Support from a clinical facilitator and excellent training opportunities to enhance your career in Neonatal Nursing.
• A positive, supportive environment within a dedicated neonatal unit and a 24‑bed ward block.