We are looking for a Nursing Associate to join our friendly neonatal team. The special care baby unit has 12 cots, 2 of which are high dependency and the rest are special care. We work closely with our sister units at Worthing and Brighton and are part of Thames Valley and Wessex Neonatal network., The nurse associate will:

• Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a registered nurse with a focus on promoting health and independence
• Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS values
• Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual
• Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals
• Take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace
  
  The ideal candidate will have successfully completed the nurse associate training programme. They will have developed and will be expected to maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the role of nurse associate within the neonatal service. Previous experience of working with neonates or children and their families is desirable but not essential. Training opportunities are available.
  
  At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.