Job summary Have you ever thought of a career in neonatal nursing? Are you a paediatric nurse, adult nurse or midwife?Or maybe you already have some neonatal nursing experience and want to progress your career? We are looking for ambitious Staff Nurses to join the nursing team on the Neonatal Unit at the Evelina London Children's Hospital. We are a large supportive neonatal team who take pride in the high standards of care that we deliver. Teamwork between all disciplines is paramount and this is clearly demonstrated in the positive outcomes of the infants that we care for. As part of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, Evelina London is there for children, young people and women from London to South East England and provides specialist care for families around the UK and across the world. Every year, the number of children and young people Evelina London cares for, in our hospitals and throughout our local community, continues to grow. We support families from pre-conception, before birth, throughout childhood and into adult life. Right in the heart of vibrant London, we benefit from excellent transport links, we have staff working here from the local areas, spanning across London, and further afield into the home counties. Closing: 30 /03/2025 at Midnight Interview: Week commencing 14/04/2025 Main duties of the job We have fantastic opportunities for Band 5 neonatal nurses who are looking to broaden their clinical experience and develop their careers. We are a tertiary referral centre incorporating 20 NICU, 12 HDU and 14 special care cots. We provide an unrivalled breadth of experience, caring for babies with surgical, cardiac, neurological, renal and metabolic disorders as well as those born prematurely. As specialist staff nurses you will enhance your experience whilst caring for our patient group who require various levels and complexities of care. You are able to join one of the specialist interest nursing groups which aid the quality of the service. The post holder is responsible for assessment of care needs of patients, planningprogrammes of care, implementation and evaluation of these programmes without direct supervision. The post holder will be a key member in relation to the development of practice on the ward. They will be working independently/autonomously and at times without direct supervision, accountable for their own professional actions. Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of services users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles. About us Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We run our own Qualified in Specialty (QIS) SCBU/HDU and NICU courses and can guarantee you a place within 6-12 months of starting on the unit. At Evelina, we are reminded every day of how important life is, and how important it is to look after the health and wellbeing of our staff as they balance of responsibilities in and out of work. We are committed to supporting flexible working; we want to support you to work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. We are committed to supporting professional development, and have excellent training and educational offerings. Recognising that looking after babies, children and young people is incredibly rewarding, but can also bring challenge we offer amazing resources to help support our staff's emotional wellbeing and resilience. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £35,964 to £43,780 a year p.a inc HCA (Pro Rata for Part Time Hours) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 196-NM12626 Job locations Neonatal Unit, Evelina London Children's Hospital Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7EH Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description for full details of duties and responsibilities. Clinical Duties Responsible for carrying out clinical practice within designated clinical areas, ensuring that high quality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluations for patients is provided from admission through to discharge. Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience. To act as advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines. To ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines. Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals. Will advise on the promotion of health and the prevention of illness. Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate nursing assessments and devise a plan of care. Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a persons nursing requirements. Will ensure that all patients will have a discharge plan that is safe and appropriate for their needs. Carry out nursing procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards. Work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to ascertain treatments and advise on nursing priorities. Take a clear and concise history from patients by assessing their health and well being and complete documentation ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that all information systems are maintained. Undertake prescribed physical observations as follows: blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, urinalysis, weight and height, and report exceptions appropriates. Responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description for full details of duties and responsibilities. Clinical Duties Responsible for carrying out clinical practice within designated clinical areas, ensuring that high quality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluations for patients is provided from admission through to discharge. Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience. To act as advocate for patients within the area, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines. To ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines. Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals. Will advise on the promotion of health and the prevention of illness. Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate nursing assessments and devise a plan of care. Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a persons nursing requirements. Will ensure that all patients will have a discharge plan that is safe and appropriate for their needs. Carry out nursing procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards. Work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to ascertain treatments and advise on nursing priorities. Take a clear and concise history from patients by assessing their health and well being and complete documentation ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that all information systems are maintained. Undertake prescribed physical observations as follows: blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, urinalysis, weight and height, and report exceptions appropriates. Responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products Person Specification SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY Essential Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care Knowledge of Evidence Based Practice Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues. Able to work as an effective team member Able to prioritise & meet deadlines Able to maintain clear and legible documentation An understanding of Audit and Research Based Nursing Practice Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Basic Computer Skills including ability to use Microsoft Word and Electronic Patient Records (EPR) Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Knowledge of the individual's responsibility towards health & safety Desirable IT Skills Awareness of the structure and organisation of the NHS PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of working on own and in a team. Previous experience in the relevant area Experience of administering intravenous drug therapy Desirable Previous experience in other nursing fields EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Essential RN1.RN2/RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Teaching and assessing qualification Relevant qualifications required or course to area ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Essential The ability to undertake reflective thinking on own practice Flexible and positive approach to work Good attendance Record. Able and willing to work flexible shift patterns, internal rotation to day and night duty and unsocial hours, according to service needs Person Specification SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY Essential Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care Knowledge of Evidence Based Practice Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues. Able to work as an effective team member Able to prioritise & meet deadlines Able to maintain clear and legible documentation An understanding of Audit and Research Based Nursing Practice Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Basic Computer Skills including ability to use Microsoft Word and Electronic Patient Records (EPR) Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Knowledge of the individual's responsibility towards health & safety Desirable IT Skills Awareness of the structure and organisation of the NHS PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of working on own and in a team. Previous experience in the relevant area Experience of administering intravenous drug therapy Desirable Previous experience in other nursing fields EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Essential RN1.RN2/RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Teaching and assessing qualification Relevant qualifications required or course to area ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Essential The ability to undertake reflective thinking on own practice Flexible and positive approach to work Good attendance Record. Able and willing to work flexible shift patterns, internal rotation to day and night duty and unsocial hours, according to service needs 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Address Neonatal Unit, Evelina London Children's Hospital Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7EH Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)