Nursery Nurse, NICU inChertsey inChertsey PUBLISHED MON 28 OCT 2024

Band 4: £27,857 to £30,570 a year pa Inc HCAS, pro rata of 34.5 hours per week  PERMANENT 
NEONATAL NHS
The role of a Nursery Nurse in the NICU at Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Chertsey involves delivering high-quality care to neonates and their families, working under the clinical supervision of a Nurse Consultant in Neonatal Services (NCOS). Key responsibilities include supporting the discharge process for neonates transitioning from special care, teaching and assessing parents' skills, monitoring vital signs, and caring for babies requiring oxygen therapy and phototherapy. The position also requires maintaining accurate records, identifying child protection concerns, and contributing to ongoing assessments of neonates post-discharge.

Additionally, the Nursery Nurse will play a crucial role in implementing the "Baby Friendly Initiative," assisting parents and caregivers in building confidence and skills both prior to and after their baby’s discharge. The role emphasises the importance of maintaining high standards of care in both hospital and community settings, while also supporting professional development.

 


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