Neonatal Nurse

Please contact Catherine Weaver,

Neonatal Unit, Mid Yorkshire NHS Trust

Mid York's neonatal Unit is looking for a band 5 nurse to join the team

We are a busy, high-volume unit, admitting around 450 babies we currently host 22 cot, Level Two Local Neonatal Unit (including 3 intensive care cots, 5 high dependency cots, 15 special care cots, and a 5 cot transitional care unit)

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, family-centred care to sick and pre-term infants, ensuring that we meet the needs of our diverse population

We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate Nurse who is committed to the delivery of high-quality care.

The successful candidate will have a passion for working in a fast-paced and evolving environment and will be supported to manage competing priorities effectively. A collaborative approach to care and a drive for innovation are key attributes for success in this role.

Our Neonatal Unit is a friendly and supportive environment, welcoming new ideas and innovative approaches. The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive preceptorship package.

The Neonatal Unit is part of the Yorkshire and Humber Neonatal ODN and is dedicated to offering the highest standard of care for new-borns.

If you are passionate about neonatal care and ready to make a difference, please contact Catherine Weaver: catherine.weaver1 would love to hear from you. Join our friendly and supportive team and contribute to transforming the care of sick and pre-term infants.

• To provide and be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for a number of babies requiring intensive, high dependency and special care, as allocated by the Nurse in Charge
• To carry out all of relevant forms of care competently and without direct supervision.
• To communicate with parents, carers and families about both the sensitive and complex requirements and the routine care required by the neonate using developed interpersonal and communication skills, utilising the skills of other members of the multi-professional team, as appropriate. Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• Demonstrate own duties to learners and new starters and act as an Assessor/Preceptor to these staff.
• Maintain accurate written and electronic records in accordance with Trust and NMC regulations.
• To demonstrate competency in the safe and appropriate use of equipment within the Unit ,the recognising and reporting of faults and the requirements for dismantling/cleaning such equipment after use.
• Admit, transfer and discharge neonates according to working practice, Trust and Unit policies and procedures.
• Maintain competency in intravenous administration, adhering to Trust policies relating to medicine management, health and safety and infection control.
• Prepare and receive reports from staff which demonstrate good communication and working relationships.
• Maintain and enhance skills in neonatal resuscitation
• Ensure competency is maintained with attendance at Trust and Neonatal Life Support training
• Involve patients and carers in the planning and delivery of care.
• Act as the patients advocate and ambassador respecting patient confidentiality and privacy with respect for diverse cultural backgrounds and requirements.
• Support and enable parents to make informed choices.
• Recognise, prevent and diffuse potential areas of conflict and where required take a key role in the management of the outcome.
• Be proactive in the development of practice / services in the clinical area through service development and in conjunction with the Deliver Suite Manager.

Registered Nurse/ Children's Nurse

Up to date knowledge in clinical practice

• Ability to plan, asses, implement and evaluate patient care
• Prioritise tasks
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to communicate clearly (verbally and written)
• Enthusiastic
• Adaptable and flexible
• Willingness to gain knowledge and develop professionally

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients’ homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.

We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive…