Neonatal registered nurse

Job Summary

We are seeking a Band 5 NMC registered nurse to join our Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU), a Level 1 Neonatal Unit with 10 cots (2 HDU, 4 Special Care and a 4‑bed Transitional Care unit). The unit cares for babies from 32 weeks gestation and works closely with the Peninsula Neonatal Transport Team and the Southwest Neonatal Network.

• Provide safe, effective and compassionate nursing care to neonates requiring special care, high dependency or intensive care.
• Undertake comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans in partnership with the multidisciplinary team.
• Monitor and record infants’ clinical condition, including vital signs, feeding tolerance, respiratory support and developmental progress, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Support and educate parents and families, promoting family‑centred care and encouraging parental involvement.
• Deliver high‑quality nursing care in accordance with local, service line and Trust policies.
• Participate in Southwest Neonatal Network service development and evidence‑based practice initiatives.
• Work within flexible hours (07:30‑20:00 and 19:30‑08:00) to support work‑life balance.

Essential

• First level qualification – RN (Child), RSCN, RN (Adult), RGN or RM
• Current registration with the NMC
• Clinical and practical nursing skills
• Awareness of evidence‑based practice
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing
• Special & Intensive/High Dependency Care Neonatal modules
• NLS Provider qualification
• Recent neonatal experience at Level 1, 2 or 3
• Enhanced clinical practice skills (IV, cannulation, venepuncture)
• Experience of teaching and mentorship

Weekly simulation training, structured development from Band 6 into advanced neonatal and leadership roles, flexible 11.5‑hour shifts covering days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

• Date posted: 09 February 2026
• Band: 5
• Salary: £31,049‑£37,796 per annum (pro rata)
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working pattern:
  Full‑time (11.5‑hour shift)
• Location:
  
  Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, TQ27AA
• Reference number: ‑FC&I

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) is required. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.

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