Neonatal Infant Feeding Lead Nurse

Neonatal Infant Feeding is a critical component of neonatal care, focusing on providing the optimal nutrition needed for the growth and development of premature and ill infants. At Nottingham University Hospital, we prioritize evidence-based practices to ensure every baby receives the best possible start. Breastfeeding is highly encouraged due to its well-documented benefits for both infants and mothers, including enhanced immune protection and bonding. In alignment with our commitment to excellence, we actively pursue the standards set by the Baby Friendly Initiative (BFI). Achieving BFI accreditation involves rigorous training for our staff, implementing breastfeeding-friendly policies, and providing continuous support to mothers throughout their breastfeeding journey. Your role as the Neonatal infant lead would be to help and support our journey in gaining accreditation, teaching and education to all.

Passionate about neonatal care and infant feeding? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills and dedication can truly make a difference? Nottingham University Hospital is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Band 7 Neonatal Infant Feeding Sister to join our exceptional team, working across both City and the newly built Neonatal unit at Queen's Medical Centre.

The Queen's Medical Centre (QMC) in Nottingham, in partnership with the City Neonatal Unit, has opened a state-of-the-art £32 million Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), now the largest in the East Midlands. Spanning 2,000 square meters--four times the size of the previous facility--our brand-new NICU is designed to deliver world-class care for premature and critically ill newborns, offering advanced medical technology, expanded capacity from 17 to 38 cots, and an environment centered on family support.

With purpose-built family accommodations, private cot bays with glass screening, play areas for siblings, and a dedicated bereavement suite, our facility sets a new standard in neonatal care. We are seeking passionate, skilled professionals to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of our tiniest patients and their families., With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.