Job Description

The use of the term “Senior” or “Junior” in this post refers only to the level of experience and responsibility required for this post rather than age. As such, applications from people of all ages are welcomed, subject to meeting the relevant criteria.

This role is distinct from nursing but arises from extended nursing practice. The role incorporates the traditionally medical role with a holistic approach to neonatal care providing advanced clinical skills to babies and supporting their families within the neonatal service.

• To provide expert clinical care and management of the neonate and his/her family, making complex, autonomous decisions utilizing advanced skills and knowledge.
• In partnership with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, to ensure the highest standard of personalized nursing care is delivered to patients and their families
• To motivate staff to provide high standards of care by acting as a role model.
• To provide expert professional and clinical care advice to parents/careers and multi-disciplinary team.
• To participate in the provision of specialist education and training programmes for health care professionals and other professional groups.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The post holder will be able to work in a neonatal unit as an ANNP, covering the full range of duties and responsibilities expected of that role. He /she will manage a caseload equivalent to that of a middle grade doctor.