Practice Development Nurse – Full Time, Neonatal Unit
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced candidate to join our established Practice Development Nurse (PDN) team within the Neonatal Unit at Evelina London.
As a tertiary neonatal centre with 20 NICU, 12 HDU, and 14 Special Care cots, we offer a wide scope of clinical exposure, supporting infants with surgical, cardiac, neurological, renal, metabolic, and prematurity‑related conditions.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Plan, coordinate, and facilitate clinical placements and study days for pre‑ and post‑registration nurses.
* Deliver and evaluate the Band 5 development programme to support newly qualified nurses in their transition to independent practice.
* Contribute to staff recruitment, induction, and retention initiatives.
* Teach neonatal resuscitation and core clinical skills, and support the introduction of new medical equipment.
* Support delivery of in‑house QIS training programmes across SCBU, HDU, and NICU.
* Act as a role model and promote a culture of learning and development within the unit.
About You
* Recent PDN experience in a tertiary level NICU. Neonatal QIS essential.
* A passion for education and staff development.
* Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
* A proactive approach to quality improvement and teaching.
Why Join Us
* Be part of a supportive and well‑established PDN team.
* Help shape the future of neonatal nursing at one of the UK’s leading children’s hospitals.
* Access ongoing CPD opportunities and leadership development.
Closing date: Midnight 18th May 2026
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