Nursery Nurse

Job summary

To work as a member of the Nursery Nurse team in supporting the provision of high standard holistic care to mothers and babies. The responsibility to participate in the assessment of care needs and the implementation of programmed care of the neonate.

Main duties of the job

1. Welcome and provide support to babies, their parents and families.

2. Provide a suitable environment for the welfare of the baby and family, taking into consideration cultural and religious needs.

3. Participate in the organisation and delivery of patient care services in such a manner as to contribute to maintain the highest standards of care.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

Essential

• NNEB Certificate

Desirable

• Evidence of post-registration development

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Good communication - verbal and non-verbal, including written skills
• Able to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Able to take and record observations and escalate appropriately

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment.

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential

• Willing to work in other areas of the Trust or Trust-wide as and when required to do so.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Ability to communicate and function effectively with all members of multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to show sensitive, flexible approach towards babies and families
• Organised approach to work, ability to prioritise
• Ability to use initiative appropriately
• Able to work internal rotation
• Maintains high level of confidentiality
• Knowledge of BFI initiatives

Desirable

• Knowledge of Child Protection Procedures