Job summary To promote and implement practice conducive to the development of high quality patient care for our neonates and their families. To provide support and guidance to staff. Support the nursing team with duties to ensure seamless running of the NICU. Work and communicate well with the multi-disciplinary team. Main duties of the job Ensure practice is in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and work within limits of competence. Ensure standards of nursing practice are maintained. To ensure the confidentiality of information (written, verbal, electronic) is maintained, whilst being aware of the Freedom for Information Act. To co-ordinate and monitor the progress of patients within their plan of care and to promptly and effectively communicate relevant changes in patient status to the multi-disciplinary team. Ensure Infection prevention and control guidelines and procedures are followed and high standards are maintained. Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers, significant others, the multi-disciplinary team and support services. To ensure the safe custody, supply and administration of drugs and therapeutic substances in accordance with Trust policy. To plan, develop and implement approaches to promote health and well being. To ensure that clinical records and documentation are maintained accurately. To ensure that Trust policies and procedures are adhered to by all staff. To be competent in a role during emergency situations. To act as a role model. To have a flexible attitude to working shifts and be available to work at least 1 weekday day shift per month to ensure good communication with line manager. About us There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital to open in 2030 and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken. Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond. At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs. We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships. We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pa pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 426-632-25TAM Job locations The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust Gayton Road King's Lynn PE30 4ET Job description Job responsibilities For further information about this role please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification Job description Job responsibilities For further information about this role please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification Person Specification Qualifications/training and professional development Essential Registered Nurse on appropriate part of the NMC Register Mentorship preparation programme Up to date NLS certification or willingness to undertake Desirable Neonatal or paediatric experience Experience Essential Knowledge of current developments in health care Desirable Experience of managing and leading a clinical area Experience of participating in clinical audit or patient reviews Experience in change management Intensive Care skills Skills, abilities and knowledge Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work shifts and flexible approach to working hours and duties Organisational and time management skills Highly motivated Desirable Leadership qualities Evidence of participation in clinical audit/patient review Person Specification Qualifications/training and professional development Essential Registered Nurse on appropriate part of the NMC Register Mentorship preparation programme Up to date NLS certification or willingness to undertake Desirable Neonatal or paediatric experience Experience Essential Knowledge of current developments in health care Desirable Experience of managing and leading a clinical area Experience of participating in clinical audit or patient reviews Experience in change management Intensive Care skills Skills, abilities and knowledge Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work shifts and flexible approach to working hours and duties Organisational and time management skills Highly motivated Desirable Leadership qualities Evidence of participation in clinical audit/patient review 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 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT Address The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust Gayton Road King's Lynn PE30 4ET Employer's website https://www.qehkl.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)