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NMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards following 18 months commencement in post.
Job summaryExcellent and exciting opportunities are currently available within our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and we are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated nurses to join our friendly, well established and experienced team.
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is one of the Level 3 Centre's within the Lancashire and South Cumbria Neonatal Network and part of the North West Neonatal Operational Delivery Network.
As a supportive team we believe that you will learn so many new specialised skills which will stand you in good stead to further your nursing career. This role is demanding at times however, it is so rewarding and worthwhile.
You will also be highly motivated with excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and have the ability to work independently as a lone worker and within a multi-disciplinary team setting.
Main duties of the job
Care of babies and their families across the neonatal service in the different clinical settings: transitional care, special care, high dependency and intensive care.
Promote Family Integrated Care and the accreditation of the Breast Feeding Friendly Initiative.
Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver best quality care and outcomes.
About us
The unit is comprised of 28 cots - providing intensive, high dependency, special care and transitional care for babies in the Preston and South Ribble area as well as premature and sick babies from other parts of the Lancashire and South Cumbria region. The Unit offers therapies such as cooling, high frequency oscillation and nitric. In addition, we have a Neonatal Outreach team and dedicated research nurses all working collaboratively within the organisation to provide a seamless service that addresses the needs of neonates through to childhood.
You must have a commitment to delivering high quality, safe care in partnership with families. As a member of our friendly and professional team you will be reliable, flexible and motivated. You will be active in fostering a positive working environment which allows staff to show initiative and thrive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Care of babies in the different clinical environments within neonatal services:
- Respiratory support
- Nutritional support
- Thermoregulation
- Circulatory support
- Hygiene
- Communication, privacy and dignity
- Family Separation and Support
- Developmental Care
- Pain
- Vascular access
- Infection
- Jaundice
- Cooling therapies
- Tissue Viability
Job responsibilities
Care of babies in the different clinical environments within neonatal services:
- Respiratory support
- Nutritional support
- Thermoregulation
- Circulatory support
- Hygiene
- Communication, privacy and dignity
- Family Separation and Support
- Developmental Care
- Pain
- Vascular access
- Infection
- Jaundice
- Cooling therapies
- Tissue Viability
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration
- RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts OR RN8 or RNC Children's Nursing Posts
- Diploma in Nursing
- NMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards following 18 months commencement in post
- Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses
- Degree
Essential
- Willing to expand clinical role e.g. IV additives, venepuncture and cannulation
- Awareness of changes within Nursing practice
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
- Demonstrates competency during internship
- Knowledge of ethical issues
- Knowledge of Leadership and Management
- Evidence of clinical competence in area of speciality
- Research and Development
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration
- RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts OR RN8 or RNC Children's Nursing Posts
- Diploma in Nursing
- NMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards following 18 months commencement in post
- Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses
- Degree
Essential
- Willing to expand clinical role e.g. IV additives, venepuncture and cannulation
- Awareness of changes within Nursing practice
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
- Demonstrates competency during internship
- Knowledge of ethical issues
- Knowledge of Leadership and Management
- Evidence of clinical competence in area of speciality
- Research and Development
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Preston Hospital
Sharoe Green Lane
Preston
PR2 9HT
Employer's website
Job summary
Excellent and exciting opportunities are currently available within our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and we are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated nurses to join our friendly, well established and experienced team.
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is one of the Level 3 Centre's within the Lancashire and South Cumbria Neonatal Network and part of the North West Neonatal Operational Delivery Network.
As a supportive team we believe that you will learn so many new specialised skills which will stand you in good stead to further your nursing career. This role is demanding at times however, it is so rewarding and worthwhile.
You will also be highly motivated with excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and have the ability to work independently as a lone worker and within a multi-disciplinary team setting.
Main duties of the job
Care of babies and their families across the neonatal service in the different clinical settings: transitional care, special care, high dependency and intensive care.
Promote Family Integrated Care and the accreditation of the Breast Feeding Friendly Initiative.
Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver best quality care and outcomes.
About us
The unit is comprised of 28 cots - providing intensive, high dependency, special care and transitional care for babies in the Preston and South Ribble area as well as premature and sick babies from other parts of the Lancashire and South Cumbria region. The Unit offers therapies such as cooling, high frequency oscillation and nitric. In addition, we have a Neonatal Outreach team and dedicated research nurses all working collaboratively within the organisation to provide a seamless service that addresses the needs of neonates through to childhood.
You must have a commitment to delivering high quality, safe care in partnership with families. As a member of our friendly and professional team you will be reliable, flexible and motivated. You will be active in fostering a positive working environment which allows staff to show initiative and thrive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Care of babies in the different clinical environments within neonatal services:
Job responsibilities
Care of babies in the different clinical environments within neonatal services:
Qualifications & Education
Essential
Essential
Qualifications & Education
Essential
Essential
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Preston Hospital
Sharoe Green Lane
Preston
PR2 9HT
Employer's website
Excellent and exciting opportunities are currently available within our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and we are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated nurses to join our friendly, well established and experienced team.
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is one of the Level 3 Centre's within the Lancashire and South Cumbria Neonatal Network and part of the North West Neonatal Operational Delivery Network.
As a supportive team we believe that you will learn so many new specialised skills which will stand you in good stead to further your nursing career. This role is demanding at times however, it is so rewarding and worthwhile.
You will also be highly motivated with excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and have the ability to work independently as a lone worker and within a multi-disciplinary team setting.
Main duties of the job
Care of babies and their families across the neonatal service in the different clinical settings: transitional care, special care, high dependency and intensive care.
Promote Family Integrated Care and the accreditation of the Breast Feeding Friendly Initiative.
Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver best quality care and outcomes.
About us
The unit is comprised of 28 cots - providing intensive, high dependency, special care and transitional care for babies in the Preston and South Ribble area as well as premature and sick babies from other parts of the Lancashire and South Cumbria region. The Unit offers therapies such as cooling, high frequency oscillation and nitric. In addition, we have a Neonatal Outreach team and dedicated research nurses all working collaboratively within the organisation to provide a seamless service that addresses the needs of neonates through to childhood.
You must have a commitment to delivering high quality, safe care in partnership with families. As a member of our friendly and professional team you will be reliable, flexible and motivated. You will be active in fostering a positive working environment which allows staff to show initiative and thrive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Care of babies in the different clinical environments within neonatal services:
- Respiratory support
- Nutritional support
- Thermoregulation
- Circulatory support
- Hygiene
- Communication, privacy and dignity
- Family Separation and Support
- Developmental Care
- Pain
- Vascular access
- Infection
- Jaundice
- Cooling therapies
- Tissue Viability
Job responsibilities
Care of babies in the different clinical environments within neonatal services:
- Respiratory support
- Nutritional support
- Thermoregulation
- Circulatory support
- Hygiene
- Communication, privacy and dignity
- Family Separation and Support
- Developmental Care
- Pain
- Vascular access
- Infection
- Jaundice
- Cooling therapies
- Tissue Viability
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration
- RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts OR RN8 or RNC Children's Nursing Posts
- Diploma in Nursing
- NMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards following 18 months commencement in post
- Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses
- Degree
Essential
- Willing to expand clinical role e.g. IV additives, venepuncture and cannulation
- Awareness of changes within Nursing practice
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
- Demonstrates competency during internship
- Knowledge of ethical issues
- Knowledge of Leadership and Management
- Evidence of clinical competence in area of speciality
- Research and Development
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration
- RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts OR RN8 or RNC Children's Nursing Posts
- Diploma in Nursing
- NMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards following 18 months commencement in post
- Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses
- Degree
Essential
- Willing to expand clinical role e.g. IV additives, venepuncture and cannulation
- Awareness of changes within Nursing practice
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
- Demonstrates competency during internship
- Knowledge of ethical issues
- Knowledge of Leadership and Management
- Evidence of clinical competence in area of speciality
- Research and Development
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Preston Hospital
Sharoe Green Lane
Preston
PR2 9HT
Employer's website
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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.
Clinical Skills:
1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.
2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.
3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.
4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.
6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills:
1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.
Employment Considerations:
1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.
2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.
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