PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE. In neonates, first line medical cover is provided by 2 specialist trainees in RCPCH approved posts recognised for training by the Health Education North East, 2 neonatal trust grade doctors and four Advanced Neonatal Nurses Practitioners on the same rota. Tier 2 support is provided by 5 advanced neonatal nurse practitioners working at middle-grade level. This role is suitable for applicants post foundation at ST1/2/3 level with experience working clinically within the NHS.
It is ideally suited to candidates wishing to work in a large teaching hospital which provides many specialist services and is ideal for anyone wishing to pursue a career in paediatrics or neonatal medicine. You will also be required to assist in preparing discharge letters, initiation/change of treatment and discussions with relatives. Responsibilities include:
1. Ward management - assist in ward rounds and attending to emergency calls.
2. Routine examination of the newborn and care of babies in the neonatal unit.
3. Attending at-risk deliveries and on the post-natal wards.
There will be adequate support and supervision from middle grade doctors and consultants. The post holder will participate in the tier 1 on-call rota. When on-call you will be expected to carry the emergency bleep and attend to calls.
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