Band 7 - Practice Development Nurse, Woodland Neonatal Unit
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Job Summary
An exciting opportunity for a part time Band 7 Practice Development Nurse has arisen at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospital Trust to join the Neonatal Education Team.
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity for a part time Band 7 Practice Development Nurse has arisen at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospital Trust to join the Neonatal Education Team.
The successful candidate will work in collaboration with other Practice Development Nurse, Management and Governance Teams to support the development of neonatal nursing practice.
The post holder will play an essential role with responsibility for the education, training and practice development of nursing staff and other learners in the department.
They will provide and participate in MDT education and training using a range of techniques and modalities including simulation and skills drills to meet the learning needs of the team and individual staff.
They will also represent the Trust at local and external educational events.
Main duties of the job
Promote an effective learning environment within the workplace.
Provision of training and education to learners placed in the department including medical, physician associate, nursing associate and nursing students using a range of techniques and modalities including simulation and skills drills.
Provide and participate in MDT education and training including collaboration with specialist and advanced practice nursing, medical and resuscitation teams to meet the learning needs of the team and individual staff.
Review existing induction and preceptorship programmes and adapt these to fit the needs of the service and the individual.
Maintain detailed and accurate records regarding staff education.
Secure links with local universities to ensure that preceptorship programmes meet the needs of newly qualified staff.
Maintain personal clinical competence and professional development by keeping informed with current research advances in Neonatal Care and having regular appraisals to develop and assess personal progress.
Examine training needs and implement appropriate training packages for non-registered and registered nurses.
About Us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Details
Date posted
07 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£50,008 to £56,908 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
360-D-10422
Job locations
Watford General Hospital
Vicarage Road
Watford
WD18 0HB
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of specialist evidence based care to infants, children, young people and their families.
Work with non-registered and registered nurses as a resource providing advice, support and guidance.
To act as a role model and promote evidence based practice whenever possible.
Maintain a high level of specialist clinical skills and practice.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of specialist evidence based care to infants, children, young people and their families.
Work with non-registered and registered nurses as a resource providing advice, support and guidance.
To act as a role model and promote evidence based practice whenever possible.
Maintain a high level of specialist clinical skills and practice.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
* Registered nurse with current registration
* Hold appropriate level for the area of speciality (RSCN/RN Child)
* Registered mentor with proven experience of teaching in the clinical setting
Desirable
* Degree or working at that level
Knowledge
Essential
* Proven clinical knowledge and skills in relevant area
* Organisational and leadership skills.
Desirable
* Knowledge on Badgernet system
Experience
Essential
* Experience at a senior nursing level.
* Experience of educating and supporting staff in the clinical/ classroom setting.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
* Experience at a senior nursing level.
* Experience of educating and supporting staff in the clinical/ classroom setting.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Vicarage Road
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employer's website
http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Vicarage Road
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employer's website
http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Part-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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Hospitals
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