Advanced Clinical Nurse Practitioner

Advanced Clinical Nurse Practitioner

The closing date is 02 August 2026

Neonatal Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Qualified)

Are you an experienced Qualified Neonatal Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) looking for your next challenge in a supportive and innovative environment?

We are delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to join our well‑established team of 14 Neonatal ACPs at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) – one of the UK's largest and most respected teaching hospitals.

Working within our Level 2 and Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Units, you will be a vital part of a multi‑professional team providing high‑quality, family‑centred care to critically ill and premature neonates. As a Qualified ACP, you will work autonomously and collaboratively to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of complex neonatal conditions, contributing to the strategic and operational development of neonatal care across the Trust.

At NUH, we are committed to supporting our ACP workforce with robust clinical governance, ongoing professional development, and clear progression pathways. You will have access to regular CPD, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to education, research, and service improvement initiatives.

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to make a lasting impact, grow as a leader in neonatal care, and be part of a compassionate, expert team that puts babies and their families at the heart of everything we do.

In addition to this summary, you should familiarise yourself with the full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.

As part of the Maternity and Neonatal Redesign, we anticipate funding to support increased capacity and an improved environment within Nottingham University Hospitals. This will provide many exciting new opportunities for development and learning. As a member of the ACP team you will be integral to decision making which will help develop and grow our service.

The ACNP works at the interface between nursing and medical care, using advanced clinical knowledge and skills to work independently, with support from a Consultant Neonatologist for clinical supervision. This includes out‑of‑hours work with telephone support.

The post holder promotes a high standard of advanced clinical nursing and medical care by initiating and coordinating the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of the holistic needs of babies, parents/carers and families through evidence‑based clinical practice following agreed policies, protocols and guidelines.

An advanced clinical practitioner exercises independent judgement to provide all elements of clinical care using a holistic, family‑centred approach, which may include assessment, planning, provision of care and treatment, diagnosis, investigation, referral, evaluation, transfer, discharge and follow‑up.

ACNPs contribute to Tier 2 (Middle Grade/SpR/ST 4‑7) or Tier 1 (SHO/ST 1‑3) rota and clinical nursing shifts; the work pattern is determined by experience and competence. Progression from Tier 1 to Tier 2 is possible as experience is gained.

The post holder is expected to work on average 37.5 hours per week in a shift pattern compliant with the European Working Time Directive. Shifts will not exceed 13 hours, and will include weekends and night shifts regularly. Approximately 25 % of the time is allocated to nursing development, service development, education and training.

The ACNP works within the multidisciplinary team to deliver advanced clinical neonatal nursing and medical practice, education, support and clinical leadership. They are easily recognisable by uniform and badge.

• Qualified Clinical Nurse Practitioner registered with the UK NMC.
• BSc in Neonatal Studies or equivalent degree level neonatal studies.
• ENB 405 or equivalent recognised neonatal intensive care qualification with additional degree‑level learning (evidence required).
• Masters with Advanced Clinical Nursing Practice (Neonatal) (evidence required).
• Teaching and Assessing or Mentorship qualification.
• Registered NLS Provider.
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