An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our ANNP team at our level 2 Local Neonatal Unit. We are looking for enthusiastic and flexible ANNPs to join our expanding team. We form an active part of West Midlands Neonatal Operational Delivery Network.
The NNU has 22 flexibeds across Neonatal Unit and Transitional care. Our maternity department (which has a 'Good' CQC rating) has over 4000 deliveries yearly. Our NNU (also rated has 'Good' in CQC rating) has over 600 admissions per year across NNU and TC.
Working alongside the medical team (on the tier 1 rota), the ANNPs are integral to delivering high-quality neonatal care to sick and preterm babies. Time is split to allow support of the 4 pillars of advanced practice (clinical, management & leadership, education, and research) and drive service development.
The successful candidate must be flexible to our service needs and qualified to master's (MSc) Level. You must also be qualified as a non-medical prescriber and be registered with the NMC. You will need to have excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously using initiative and objectivity at all times.
Main duties of the job
The Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (ANNP) role encompasses the Four Pillars of Advanced Practice - Clinical Practice, Facilitating Learning, Leadership, and Evidence, Research, and Development. The ANNP will deliver and strive to improve care on the neonatal unit and obstetric areas through advanced clinical skills, leadership, education, and research activities.
About us
At the Dudley Group, our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do to provide a world-class service that aligns with our vision of excellent health care, improved health for all. We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high-quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve.
Dudley Group offers many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* RN/RM/RSCN
* ENB405/904 or equivalent
* A19/MSc Health Sciences or equivalent
* Full NMC registration
* Non-medical prescriber registration
Skills and Experience
Essential
* NLS provider
* Independent Prescriber
* Clinical experience of advanced health assessment and independent management of patients
* Clinical experience demonstrating clinical ability in enhanced procedures
* Awareness of current research and developments
* Evidence of continued professional development
* Experience in preparing and delivering teaching sessions to MDT
Desirable
* NLS instructor
* Good Clinical Practice
* Evidence of audit and research
* Advanced resuscitation of newborn infant (ARNI) course
Interests and Motivation
Essential
* Ability to implement change effectively
* Facilitates in Practice Development which is evidence-based
* Flexible to meet the needs of the service
* Ability to prioritise workload effectively and work to deadlines
Desirable
* Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibility
Employer details
Employer name
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Russells Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
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