University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Neonatal Surgical Nurse Specialist
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Neonatal Surgical Nurse Specialist
Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
This post is only open to internal applicants.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Neonatal Surgical Team as a Band 6 Neonatal Surgical Nurse. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced neonatal nurse to join our specialist team on a 12-month secondment.
This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated nurse looking to further develop their neonatal expertise, leadership skills, and specialist knowledge within a busy tertiary neonatal unit. You will have the opportunity to provide expert nursing care and support to surgical neonates and their families, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver outstanding, family-centred care.
The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced neonatal nursing skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and a passion for achieving the best possible outcomes for babies and their families. You will play a key role in patient management, staff education, service development, and the ongoing improvement of care for our surgical neonatal population.
If you are a dedicated neonatal nurse looking to develop your specialist practice and make a meaningful difference to the lives of babies and their families, we would love to hear from you.
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University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
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Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Core Roles of a Neonatal Surgical Nurse Specialist
- Provides expert assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for neonates with surgical conditions.
- Works autonomously when required, including conducting surgical ward rounds or clinics independently.
- Uses advanced clinical and analytical skills to prioritise complex caseloads.
- Ensures a seamless transition from neonatal to paediatric surgical services.
- Provides emotional support and clear communication to parents during highly stressful periods.
- Guides families through surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and home‑care needs.
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Person specification
Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
Essential criteria
- Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register
- Degree qualification, 120 credits at L6 or possess an equivalent knowledge to be assessed through evidence of relevant specialist training, experience or portfolio
- Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
- Completion of all Band 5 (preceptorship) competencies
- Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or evidence assessed to be of equivalent experience, demonstrating support to a range of learners in practice. Provide evidence of both supporting a range of learners in practice and supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Extensive post registration experience within specialist area
- Knowledge of current issues within the acute health service
- Understanding of personal accountability
Desirable criteria
- Change Management, clinical practice development
- Multidisciplinary team working.
Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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