Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within Neonatal Services at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for Band 4 Nursery Nurse for our level 1 Special Care Baby Unit at Hinchingbrooke Hospital in Huntingdon. The post holder is expected to work closely with all disciplines to ensure the delivery of a high standard of care for babies and their families in the ward/department. *Please Note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice* Main duties of the job Provide individualised holistic nursing care in a sensitive manner, under the supervision of registered nursing staff. To have an understanding of the importance of the family's contribution to care, support them during their baby's admission and involve them in the care as appropriate. To act as an advocate for babies within the ward/department. Understand the importance of the need for confidentiality and information sharing. Play an active role in health promotion and parent craft teaching. To adhere to policies laid down by the Trust and inform the nurse in charge of shift on matters that affect implementation of the agreed policies. Ensure due regard to given customs, values and spiritual beliefs of families. Ensure accurate and clear records are kept according to NMC guidelines for Records and Record Keeping and ensure all written records are countersigned by a registered nurse. Participate in a clinical supervision group and contribute to regular ward meetings. Maintain knowledge base by attending relevant training. Actively participate in Service Development Projects and Initiatives such as undertaking Link Nurse Roles, within sphere of knowledge and practice, and membership of ward project groups/working parties with the support and supervision of senior staff. Work cross site within neonatal services if required. Orientation will be provided. About us We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential NNEB or equivalent Previous experience in a care setting of newborns Desirable Experience of nursery nursing in a hospital setting Experience Essential Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team and parents/carers Ability to deliver written or verbal reports with the awareness of the need for confidentiality Desirable Ability to advise and teach parenting skills Skills/Knowledge/Attributes Essential Acquired knowledge and understanding of Child Protection and Safeguarding agenda Ability to prioritise own workload and work as part of a team Good written communication skills Ability to identify problems and recognise when further advice is needed Contributes to department by attending team meetings, clinical supervision etc. Willingness to attend study days Awareness of own strengths and weaknesses and how these can be developed/ utilised to benefit staff and patients Can demonstrate flexible approach to work pattern in line with service requirements Desirable Knowledge of professional issues within Trust and NHS Ability to develop IT skills required Ability to develop in line with dimensions of KSF outline Interest in teaching and supervising students/new staff Ability to work in a busy and pressurised environment Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential NNEB or equivalent Previous experience in a care setting of newborns Desirable Experience of nursery nursing in a hospital setting Experience Essential Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team and parents/carers Ability to deliver written or verbal reports with the awareness of the need for confidentiality Desirable Ability to advise and teach parenting skills Skills/Knowledge/Attributes Essential Acquired knowledge and understanding of Child Protection and Safeguarding agenda Ability to prioritise own workload and work as part of a team Good written communication skills Ability to identify problems and recognise when further advice is needed Contributes to department by attending team meetings, clinical supervision etc. Willingness to attend study days Awareness of own strengths and weaknesses and how these can be developed/ utilised to benefit staff and patients Can demonstrate flexible approach to work pattern in line with service requirements Desirable Knowledge of professional issues within Trust and NHS Ability to develop IT skills required Ability to develop in line with dimensions of KSF outline Interest in teaching and supervising students/new staff Ability to work in a busy and pressurised environment Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Address Hinchingbrooke Hospital Hinchingbrooke Park Road Huntingdon PE29 6NT Employer's website