Neonatal Specialist Nurse

Overview

The post holder will be a clearly identifiable senior clinical staff member and team leader. They will have significant clinical experience, provide sound clinical expertise to their team, and deliver high quality care. They will be a role model for expert clinical care and lead on specific projects/management functions as delegated by the Neonatal Unit Manager. They will role model the identified Trust values at all times.

In general settings, they will be assigned at the bedside, room leading within their designated nursery, supporting with education requirements of the area, and being a role model for team members whilst delivering and overseeing high standards of care. In specialist settings, they will have a significant level of specialist neonatal clinical knowledge and expertise in neonatal care delivery and provide advice and guidance as required.

The role may require supporting colleagues on NICU at the Chelsea and Westminster site.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of neonates, monitoring vital signs and identifying any changes in their condition to ensure timely interventions.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, tailoring interventions to meet the unique needs of each infant.
• Provide specialized nursing care for infants with various medical conditions, including premature birth, respiratory distress, and congenital anomalies, utilising advanced clinical skills and knowledge.
• Educate and support families regarding their infant's health, care needs, and feeding practices, fostering a family-centered approach to care.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed while monitoring for efficacy and potential side effects, ensuring patient safety at all times.
• Work closely with healthcare professionals, including neonatologists, paediatricians, and other specialists, to coordinate comprehensive care and ensure optimal outcomes for neonates.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of patient care, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes, in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
• Respond swiftly and effectively to neonatal emergencies, employing advanced neonatal resuscitation techniques and protocols to stabilize infants in critical condition.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior nursing staff and students, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid. We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

If you haven’t heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. This.

• Ensure staff adhere to Trust protocols of care, e.g., Infection Control.
• Take continuing responsibility…