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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
  • Leicester

AI generated summary

  • You must provide safe care to newborns, monitor health, support infant feeding and bonding, collaborate with teams, document accurately, adhere to guidelines, coordinate shifts, and pursue professional development.
  • You will provide safe care to newborns, monitor health, support infant feeding, educate parents, collaborate with the team, maintain documentation, and engage in professional development.

Requirements

  • Deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care to newborns requiring transitional care within postnatal ward and neonatal unit support.
  • Monitor and assess infants, recognising and escalating any signs of clinical deterioration
  • Support and promote infant feeding, including breastfeeding and responsive feeding practices
  • Facilitate parent-infant bonding and provide education to parents to enable confident care of their baby
  • Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, family-centred care
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
  • Adhere to local policies, guidelines, and infection prevention standards
  • Participate in shift coordination as appropriate and support the wider maternity and neonatal teams
  • Engage in ongoing professional development and neonatal training opportunities

Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care to newborns requiring transitional care within postnatal ward and neonatal unit support.
  • Monitor and assess infants, recognising and escalating any signs of clinical deterioration
  • Support and promote infant feeding, including breastfeeding and responsive feeding practices
  • Facilitate parent-infant bonding and provide education to parents to enable confident care of their baby
  • Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, family-centred care
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
  • Adhere to local policies, guidelines, and infection prevention standards
  • Participate in shift coordination as appropriate and support the wider maternity and neonatal teams
  • Engage in ongoing professional development and neonatal training opportunities

FAQs

What type of care will I be providing as a Staff Nurse in the Transitional Care Unit?

You will provide safe, effective, family-centered care to newborns requiring additional monitoring and low-dependency support, facilitating parent-infant bonding and education for parents.

Is there an opportunity for professional development in this role?

Yes, there are ongoing development and skill enhancement opportunities available for nurses and midwives with an interest in neonatal care.

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Staff Nurse position?

You will need to be a qualified nurse or midwife with an interest in neonatal care to apply for the Band 5 Staff Nurse position.

How many beds are available in the Neonatal Unit I will be working with?

The Neonatal Unit has 12 beds.

Will I be working independently or as part of a team?

You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, family-centered care.

What are the expectations regarding clinical documentation?

You are expected to maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation during your shift.

How does this role contribute to broader healthcare strategies?

This role supports high-quality care, staff well-being, and partnerships for impact as part of the organization's strategic goals.

Who can I contact for more information about the job?

You can contact Rachel McCoy, the Ward Manager, at rachel.mccoy@nhs.net for further details or informal visits.

What is the working environment like in the Transitional Care Unit?

The working environment is collaborative and focused on providing family-centered care, supporting both the physical and emotional needs of newborns and their families.

What are the infection prevention standards I will need to adhere to?

You will need to adhere to local policies and guidelines regarding infection prevention to ensure the safety of both patients and staff.

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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust provides a wide range of acute and specialist healthcare services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, advancing health and improving patient outcomes through excellent service and innovative practices. Their purpose is to offer accessible, comprehensive medical care, ensuring the well-being and health of their community.