Hospital Nursery Nurse
Nhs Professionals, Thornton Heath, Croydon
Hospital Nursery Nurse
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Nhs Professionals, Thornton Heath, Croydon
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted today, 18 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 5c4183dc6ed74cf592061804681e9afd
Full Job Description
- To assist in delivering safe and effective care to Transitional Care neonates on postnatal ward. This will include all aspects of parenting advice and discharge planning.
- The post holder will assist the Nursing, Medical and Midwifery teams in the care of babies and their families within Transitional Care, as directed by registered members of the team.
- Upon successful completion of training work independently on Transitional Care.
- Support the NTC lead, Nursing, Midwifery and Medical teams in the delivery of evidence based quality care in accordance to individualised need.
- Creating partnership working and promoting a Family Integrated Care (FIC) environment.
- To provide individualised nursing and family centred care to neonates requiring transitional care. This includes infants having IV therapy via a peripheral line, NGT feeds and phototherapy
- To participate in the assessment of the care needs of neonates through interpretation of results, to include cardio-respiratory monitoring, temperature recordings, pulse oximetry and blood sugar.
- Maintain a safe and clean environment at all times, reporting hazards to the nurse or midwife in charge, through risk assessment measures,.
- Work with families and be able to recognise concerns with regards to visiting and interaction and safeguarding, acting on findings appropriately.
- Support the NTC lead in the implementation and provide of an environment to ensure developmental care needs are met.
- Attend further training as necessary as part of the role.
- Respond quickly and initiate resuscitation of infants, ensuring prompt escalation to the midwives and neonatal team.
- Promote FIC in dignified surroundings conducive to parent bonding.
- Assist mothers in their chosen method of feeding adhering to the Baby Friendly Initiative (BFI).
- To work in other clinical areas such as neonatal unit or postnatal ward depending on service requirements.
- Maintain accurate and up to date documentation of care provided and any observations, using the Newborn Early Warning Trigger and Track (NEWTT) score and report any relevant changes to the registered nurse in charge.
- Including the neonatal abstinence syndrome infant.
- To accurately measure and document weight, Blood Sugars (B.S), Capillary Blood Gases (CBG) and Serum BiliRubin (SBR) and act upon result obtained.
- After completion of competencies, be able to safely use and clean the equipment on Transitional Care, as well as reporting any faults as necessary.
- Ensure adequate stock, safe storage and stock rotation are maintained.
- Perform procedures including nasogastric feeding, administration of naso cannula oxygen, removal of cannulas, obtaining specimens, performing investigations, and assist the nursing, midwifery and medical teams where appropriate.
- Ensure milk and specialist feeds are accurately prepared in accordance to dietetic guidance The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.
- Previous experience in a clinical setting / of working with children Knowledge / Skills:
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Current issues in health care
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role contributes to service development.
- An understanding of research and evidence based practice
- An understanding of the organisation and working practices of the area.
- An understanding of the process and philosophy of preceptorship.
- An understanding of the training and development needs of other staff.
- Understanding of skills and knowledge required to develop team members
- Understanding of when to seek advice and refer to a registered health care professional
- Be aware of cost effectiveness and the need to avoid wastage.
- Care Certificate
- Awareness of speciality.
- Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills., By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas., GCSE or equivalent (preferred), Nursery nurse: 1 year (required)
- Nursery experience: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (required)
- Management: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Pay Rates: Day £14.79 Sat/Nights £18.65 Sun/Bank Hols £22.51 - 37.5 hours per week (full time) day and night including weekends and bank holidays About the Trust - Croydon Health Services NHS Trust Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides services across hospitals, clinics, and within the community. With the Trust providing more than 100 specialist services to one of the youngest populations in London, Croydon is a busy, exciting, and diverse place to work. Croydon University Hospital also has an on-site nursery, gym facilities and affordable rental accommodation is available. As a member, you'll have fantastic benefits:
- Competitive pay rates - work this week, get paid next week
- Manage your shifts and timesheets on the go - access your "My Bank" shift portal anywhere, anytime online or through your smartphone
- Essential support when you need it - 24/7 365 days - Call us anytime
- Multi-locational - work across neighbouring Trusts
- First choice of shifts or placements at your Trust - access before they are made available to agency
- Varied working options to suit your lifestyle - access to the Bank gives you options of ad hoc shifts or fixed term placements
- Training and development opportunities
- Build holiday allowance for every shift you work
- Stakeholder pension scheme available