We are looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals, paediatric and adult trained nurses, to join our existing professional team of nurses. We are part of the South London Perinatal Network. This is a busy level two unit with 22 cots, including four intensive care cots, five high dependency, and seventeen special care cots. Ongoing professional development and educational programs are offered, with the opportunity to gain a Qualified in Specialty (QIS) in neonatology.
Main duties of the job
The band 5 staff nurse will be supported by the neonatal team to provide 24-hour care, days, nights, and weekends to preterm and critically ill babies, covering a range of conditions including, but not limited to, respiratory distress syndrome, sepsis, jaundice, feeding issues, and other factors of prematurity.
The post holder will work across sites to support the neonatal unit and transitional care and to promote breastfeeding and family integrated care. They will be involved with the discharge process to ensure a seamless, timely discharge from hospital to the home environment.
They will work closely with the consultant, dietician, physiotherapist, speech and language, and other members of the MDT post-discharge.
There is an opportunity to complete an in-house High Dependency course as well as a university-accredited Intensive Care course to provide the skills and knowledge to progress and work within those areas.
About us
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.
Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals, and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon, and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.
Across the NHS, everyone is working hard to meet growing demand, and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation, and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training. Croydon University Hospital plays an active role in training the clinicians of the future and works in partnership with major London universities.
If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself, and be part of an NHS Trust, then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role.
Interview date: TBC
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Valid registration as an RN/RSCN
* Experience in a neonatal unit and willing to undertake the course in six months
* ENB 997/998
* Evidence of continued professional development
Skills
* Occupational health clearance to meet the needs of the role
* Flexible approach to working hours and duties
* Excellent understanding of safeguarding issues
* Experience of working with staff and patients of various different backgrounds/cultures
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.
Interim Neonatal and Transitional Care Matron
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