Job summary We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses. We have current openings to join the neonatal team based at The Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton This is a 27 Cot level 3 Surgical NICU, comprising of 3 nurseries, ITU, HDU and Special Care. You will be expected to work alongside the nursing team to provide excellent care to our families. There is an expectation that some cross site working at SCBU at Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath will take place to meet the needs of the service. You should be a qualified or near to qualifying nurse associate who is keen to work with families and neonates. We will offer ongoing training and support for professional development, and have previously supported Nurse Associates to become registered Nurses, both Adult and Children's. Main duties of the job Summary of detail include: Effective communication Work within your NMC Code of Professional Conduct Participate in discussions with the multidisciplinary team Follow Health and safety targets and Infection Prevention procedures. Maintain an awareness of evidence base and best practice in nursing care Keep accurate and clear documentation. To continue with learning and development. About us 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. Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/ Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 279-6933736-JAN25 Job locations Royal Sussex County Hospital Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5BE Job description Job responsibilities Be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centered, compassionate care under the leadership and direction of a registered nurse (or other registered care professional) Work within all aspects of the nursing process, providing high quality holistic and person centered care. Support the registered nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of care with focus on promoting health, independence and family integrated care. Carry out specific clinical and care tasks to a high standard and competency, under the leadership and direction of a registered nurse. Be an accountable professional Have the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role. Please see our detailed job description for the main duties and responsibilities. Job description Job responsibilities Be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centered, compassionate care under the leadership and direction of a registered nurse (or other registered care professional) Work within all aspects of the nursing process, providing high quality holistic and person centered care. Support the registered nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of care with focus on promoting health, independence and family integrated care. Carry out specific clinical and care tasks to a high standard and competency, under the leadership and direction of a registered nurse. Be an accountable professional Have the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role. Please see our detailed job description for the main duties and responsibilities. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified Nursing Associate on the NMC register Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent Experience Essential Previous experience working with babies or children Ability to work as part of a team Desirable Ability to access computerised data Care planning skills Knowledge & skills Essential Ability to organise and prioritise own workload Excellent communication skills Able to work under own initiative Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified Nursing Associate on the NMC register Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent Experience Essential Previous experience working with babies or children Ability to work as part of a team Desirable Ability to access computerised data Care planning skills Knowledge & skills Essential Ability to organise and prioritise own workload Excellent communication skills Able to work under own initiative Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues 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. 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. 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 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Royal Sussex County Hospital Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5BE Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)