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Location
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk | United Kingdom
Job description
Key Tasks & Responsibilities: The post holder will assist the Nursing, Medical and Midwifery teams in the care of babies and their families within Transitional Care and the NNU, as directed by registered members of the team. The post holder will participate in health promotion in a safe environment, and contribute to the effective and efficient day-to-day running of Transitional Care. Clinical Responsibilities Upon successful completion of training work independently on Transitional Care. Support the Nursing, Midwifery and Medical teams in the delivery of evidence-based quality care in accordance to individualised need. Creating partnership working and promoting a Family Integrated Care (FIC) environment. To provide individualised nursing and family centred care to neonates requiring transitional care. This includes infants having IV therapy via a peripheral line, NGT feeds and phototherapy To participate in the assessment of the care needs of neonates through interpretation of results, to include cardio-respiratory monitoring, temperature recordings, pulse oximetry and blood sugar. Have the ability implement and assess care of transitional care babies. Through risk assessment measures, maintain a safe and clean environment at all times, reporting hazards to the nurse or midwife in charge. Work with families and be able to recognise concerns with regard to visiting and interaction and safeguarding, acting on findings appropriately. Provide an environment to ensure developmental care needs are met. Attend Family & Infant Neurodevelopmental Education (FINE) training as appropriate/ able. Successful completion of either the special care of neonates, or transitional care courses. Be able to respond quickly and initiate resuscitation of infants, ensuring prompt escalation to the midwives and neonatal team. Promote FIC in dignified surroundings conducive to parent bonding. Assist mothers in their chosen method of feeding adhering to the Baby Friendly Initiative (BFI). To work in other clinical areas such as neonatal unit or postnatal ward depending on service requirements Maintain accurate and up to date documentation of care provided and any observations, using the Newborn Early Warning Trigger and Track (NEWTT) score, to update E-care and report any relevant changes to the registered nurse in charge. Including the neonatal abstinence syndrome infant. To accurately measure and document weight, Blood Sugars (B.S), Capillary Blood Gases (CBG) and Serum BiliRubin (SBR) and act upon result obtained. After completion of competencies, be able to safely use and clean the equipment on Transitional Care, as well as report any faults as necessary. Be aware of cost effectiveness and the need to avoid wastage, to ensure adequate stock, safe storage and stock rotation are maintained. Perform procedures including nasogastric feeding, administration of naso-cannula oxygen, removal of cannulas, obtaining specimens, performing investigations, and assist the nursing, midwifery and medical teams where appropriate. After training and completion of competencies, undertake phlebotomy sampling, adhering to policy and guidelines. Ensure milk and specialist feeds are accurately prepared in accordance to dietetic guidance. Communication Responsibility Ensure parents are fully informed of changes to care and progress, either in person or by telephone communication. To attend Transitional Care ward round, update handover tool, and communicate ongoing plan to the nurse in charge on NNU and midwife responsible for the mother in TC Participate in all aspects of postnatal education and discharge planning, liaising with all of the service teams where appropriate. To support the smooth transition from hospital to home through effective and efficient discharge planning. To be able to communicate effectively at all times. Co-operate and collaborate with other healthcare professionals ensuring effective verbal and written communication is maintained within the team. Be able to sensitively deal with difficult situations which frequently arise due to social problems, parental anxiety or cultural differences. Act as an advocate on behalf of babies and their families, ensuring their best interests, rights and privacy are respected. Maintain accurate legible contemporaneous documentation and record keeping, including on the E-care system. To promote and lead the Parent Support Group. To attend Trust Information Technology (IT) training in order to be able to access computer systems. Clinical Governance Assist in the setting of evidence-based clinical practice standards, supporting the development of clinical audit. Participate in the Risk reporting procedures. Ensure that all equipment and safety checks are performed before use Be aware of the Complaints procedure, referring issues to the Ward Sister To help support the National Maternity Agenda, helping meet standards of Attain and CNST. Professional Responsibility Accept personal accountability for own practice as a nursery nurse. Maintain confidentiality at all times. Able to work autonomously on Transitional Care, escalating the need for support or assistance in a time critical manner. Be familiar with unit/hospital emergency procedures, be able to assist, and request assistance as require. Be aware of local trust policies, and take active steps to keep up to dated, adhere to Trust uniform policy. Ensure the Nurse in charge on NNU and the midwife responsible for the mother in TC are aware of any changes / incidents or difficulties that may occur, and that they are documented and appropriately actioned. Act as a role model for all unqualified staff within the service. Education Responsibility To attend educational sessions and keep updated on new techniques and procedures. Attend and contribute in meetings and keep updated by taking advantage of the educational resources available within the Neonatal Unit and the Trust. Maintain annual mandatory requirements (Including safeguarding). Participate in the annual Individual Performance Reviews (IPR) and work through action plan with Senior Nurse. Demonstrate parentcraft techniques to families. Competent and able to demonstrate Basic Life Support (BLS) to Parents and Carers prior to discharge. Take on the responsibility of a Link role and update other members of the team and resources as necessary. Assist in the training of others within sphere of knowledge and experience. Be responsible for identification of own continuing educational needs and development, in conjunction with appraiser.
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£25.15k - £27.6k per annum