Job overview
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
Please note; We have posts available at both our Worthing and Chichester sites.
Are you looking for a new challenge in a dynamic, welcoming, progressive and inclusive team? Do you want to develop your knowledge and skill and build a rewarding career at one of the largest and most innovative trusts in the NHS?
UHSussex are seeking passionate individuals to provide holistic care and support to babies and their families on our postnatal ward. Nursery Nurses have a key role in developing confidence in new parents in the early transition period, supporting them to care for both well babies and those requiring additional observation. You will play a vital part in driving us forwards and improving the lives of families across Sussex.
· This is a shift working role, across a 24/7 service including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Nursery Nurse is to assist in delivering safe and effective care to Transitional Care neonates on postnatal ward. This will include all aspects of parenting advice and discharge planning. The post holder will assist the Nursing, Medical and Midwifery teams in the care of babies and their families within Transitional Care, as directed by registered members of the team. The post holder will participate in health promotion in a safe environment and contribute to the effective and efficient day-to-day running of Transitional Care and the postnatal ward in general.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. Upon successful completion of training work independently on Transitional Care.
2. Support the Nursing, Midwifery and Medical teams in the delivery of evidence-based quality care in accordance to individualised need. Creating partnership working and promoting a Family Integrated Care (FIC) environment.
3. To provide individualised nursing and family centred care to neonates requiring transitional care. This includes infants having IV therapy via a peripheral line, NGT feeds and phototherapy
4. To participate in the assessment of the care needs of neonates through interpretation of results, to include cardio-respiratory monitoring, temperature recordings, pulse oximetry and blood sugar.
5. Have the ability implement and assess care of transitional care babies.
6. Through risk assessment measures, maintain a safe and clean environment at all times, reporting hazards to the nurse or midwife in charge.
7. Work with families and be able to recognise concerns with regard to visiting and interaction and safeguarding, acting on findings appropriately.
8. Provide an environment to ensure developmental care needs are met.
9. Attend further training as necessary as part of the role.
10. Be able to respond quickly and initiate resuscitation of infants, ensuring prompt escalation to the midwives and neonatal team.
11. Promote FIC in dignified surroundings conducive to parent bonding. Assist mothers in their chosen method of feeding adhering to the Baby Friendly Initiative (BFI).
12. To work in other clinical areas such as neonatal unit or postnatal ward depending on service requirements
13. Maintain accurate and up to date documentation of care provided and any observations, using the Newborn Early Warning Trigger and Track (NEWTT) score and report any relevant changes to the registered nurse in charge. Including the neonatal abstinence syndrome infant.
14. To accurately measure and document weight, Blood Sugars (B.S), Capillary Blood Gases (CBG) and Serum BiliRubin (SBR) and act upon result obtained.
15. After completion of competencies, be able to safely use and clean the equipment on Transitional Care, as well as report any faults as necessary.
16. Be aware of cost effectiveness and the need to avoid wastage, to ensure adequate stock, safe storage and stock rotation are maintained.
17. Perform procedures including nasogastric feeding, administration of naso-cannula oxygen, removal of cannulas, obtaining specimens, performing investigations, and assist the nursing, midwifery and medical teams where appropriate.
18. After training and completion of competencies, undertake phlebotomy sampling, adhering to policy and guidelines.
19. Ensure milk and specialist feeds are accurately prepared in accordance to dietetic guidance.
For further information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.
Person specification
Experience/Qualifications
Essential criteria
20. Previous health care experience
21. NNEB/BTEC Nursery Nurse CACHE/ BTEC / NVQ3/ CCLD Level 3
22. GCSE Maths and English at Grade C and above (or equivalent)
Desirable criteria
23. Experience of working with babies in a clinical setting
24. Diploma in Child Care Education (or equivalent)
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
25. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
26. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
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Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications