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Practice Development Nurse -Full Time, Neonatal Unit
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced candidate to join our established Practice Development Nurse (PDN) team within the Neonatal Unit at Evelina London.
As a tertiary neonatal centre with 20 NICU, 12 HDU, and 14 Special Care cots, we offer a wide scope of clinical exposure, supporting infants with surgical, cardiac, neurological, renal, metabolic, and prematurity-related conditions.
This role is ideal for an experienced Neonatal Practice Development Nurse with a passion for education and staff development. As a PDN, you will support the learning needs of our large nursing team through:
Coordinating and delivering clinical placements and study days for pre- and post-registration nurses
Leading our tailored Band 5 development programme, which supports newly qualified nurses in their transition to confident, independent practice
Participating in staff recruitment, mandatory training, and the roll-out of new clinical equipment and education updates
You will also contribute to the delivery of our in-house SCBU/HDU/NICU QIS courses, promoting high standards of evidence-based neonatal care.
If you're passionate about developing others and contributing to a culture of continuous learning in a large tertiary neonatal centre we encourage you to apply for this rewarding internal development opportunity.
Closing date: Midnight 18th May 2026
Main duties of the job Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan, coordinate, and facilitate clinical placements and study days for pre- and post-registration nurses
Deliver and evaluate the Band 5 development programme to support newly qualified nurses in their transition to independent practice
Contribute to staff recruitment, induction, and retention initiatives
Teach neonatal resuscitation and core clinical skills, and support the introduction of new medical equipment
Support delivery of in-house QIS training programmes across SCBU, HDU, and NICU
Act as a role model and promote a culture of learning and development within the unit
About You: We are looking for a full time dynamic and enthusiastic neonatal nurse with:
Recent PDN experience in a tertiary level NICU. Neonatal QIS essential.
A passion for education and staff development
Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills
A proactive approach to quality improvement and teaching
Why Join Us: Be part of a supportive and well-established PDN team
Help shape the future of neonatal nursing at one of the UK's leading children's hospitals
Access ongoing CPD opportunities and leadership development
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
We are a large supportive neonatal team who take pride in the high standards of care that we deliver. Teamwork between all disciplines is paramount and this is clearly demonstrated in the positive outcomes of the infants that we care for.
We proactively seek to develop and nurture our staff so they can succeed in their nursing career aspirations. As part of the PDN team you will help to facilitate this.
We run our own in house QIS modules which will provide you with the opportunity to develop and improve your teaching skills. As well as participate in curriculum development and the strategic planning and management of the programme throughout the year.
The PDN team have close collaborative working opportunities with the PDN's from the Evelina London Children's Hospital and Practice Development Midwives from maternity services.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for details of duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. BSc/ MSc Qualified in Speciality - Neonatal Course SCBU/HDU/NICU Specialist professional knowledge of mentorship, education and development practice to Masters level or equivalent Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
Desirable
Postgraduate Certificate Advanced Practice (Education) Leadership qualification
Previous Experience Essential
Significant post registration experience within the speciality Experience of designing, delivering and evaluating training sessions / programmes Experience of mentoring/ supervising/ assessing students in practice Experience of managing a team or caseload Experience of involvement in educational initiatives Experience of being a Practice Development Nurse in a neonatal unit
Desirable
Microsoft Word / Excel skills Experience of curriculum design
Skills/Knowledge/Ability Essential
Knowledge of educational standards and practice Understanding and knowledge of curriculum design and development Knowledge of local, regional and national policies pertaining to practice experience and education Knowledge of a variety of teaching methods Knowledge of recruitment, selection and disciplinary procedures Able to present articulately to large groups of people Evidence of excellent clinical skills Excellent time management and organisational skills Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal & communication skills Knowledge of clinical governance processes Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities
Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address St Thomas' Hospital
Westminster Bridge Road
London
SE1 7EH
Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)