About this role
Job summary
Are you a senior neonatal nurse with a degree qualification wishing to develop to Master's level? Do you want clinical career progression within a Network Neonatal Unit? The ANNP role may be for you.
Derriford Hospital is the Network Neonatal Unit for the south west peninsula, providing non-surgical intensive care and transport services for Devon and Cornwall. The unit has 14 intensive/high dependency cots, 8 special care cots and 18 cots in the adjoining Transitional Care Ward.
We offer exciting opportunities for an experienced, motivated neonatal nurse to join our established, proactive team. As a trainee you will be supported by the medical and ANNP team to achieve the MSc Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner course. This accredited programme has been successfully developed in partnership with the University of Plymouth.
The successful candidate will undertake training in clinical and professional management, including non-medical prescribing and advanced practical skills within the maternity and neonatal departments. The ANNP provides a pivotal role in the case management of sick and preterm infants as part of the multidisciplinary team. They currently support the medical rota, with a future strategy to enhance the multi-professional neonatal team as an independent tier.
Main duties of the job
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
As part of the AP programme the post holder will be working towards the following and on successful completion will be able to:
o Work in accordance with the Multi-professional framework for advanced clinical practice in England (HEE, 2017) the University Hospitals Plymouth (UHP) Trust Framework for Advanced Practice.
o Utilise advanced clinical skills within an interdepartmental and / or multidisciplinary team to ensure that patients within Neonates receive holistic, timely and high-quality care.
o Exercise autonomous clinical expertise, high levels of judgement, discretion and decision making in care, in accordance with their scope of practice.
o Draw on expertise on the four pillars of advanced practice to lead and influence improvements to standards of care.
o Develop a culture of organisational learning to inspire future and existing staff.
o Influence or lead on the improvement of care though clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and research in collaboration with clinical and academic colleagues.
And to demonstrate compassionate leadership in daily working
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to attached JD.
The job purpose is to successfully complete an Advanced Practice Degree MSc (Level 7) programme in line with the Trust framework for advanced practice and their primary professional regulatory body. The expectation, upon successful completion, is that the post holder will move into a qualified Advanced Practitioner (AP) role at band 8a.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Significant demonstrable experience within speciality of Neonatal Care . Management ability and leadership experience Excellent clinical and practical skills Demonstrable experience of education and supervision
Desirable
Enhanced clinical skills Change management skills Recent demonstrable experience in clinical audit and quality improvement Multi-professional supervision Appraisal skills Implementing/influencing policy and clinical guidance
Qualifications Essential
Statutory Professional Registration Proven evidence of ability to work at academic level 7 Proven / demonstrable evidence of ability to work at academic level 7 (prior level 6 or level 7 study, or if appropriate, willingness to submit academic piece for assessment). Professional Degree Newborn Life Support provider
Desirable
Management package Instructor on life support courses (BLS/NLS/APLS) Leadership course Professional Nurse Advocate or equivalent Independent non-medical prescribing, (if required within service) Education/Mentorship/ Supervision Course
Aptitude and abilities Essential
Ability to recognise and analyse complex situations and take appropriate action. Proven Evidence of relevant, recent study and continuing professional development Ability to communicate effectively both in written and verbally from. Flexible and responsive to changing environments. Demonstrate understanding and incorporates customer care. Ability to work with complex and diverse health informatics systems. Ability to manage own case load working to priorities and deadlines
DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION Essential
Demonstrates an enthusiastic, approachable and friendly manner. Work within the flexible working policy. Use own initiative, work independently and recognise when to seek help. Ability to manage work and life balance to ensure effectiveness and wellbeing. Time management
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.
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address Derriford Hospital
Brest Road
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)