University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Neonatal Surgical Nurse Specialist
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Neonatal Surgical Nurse Specialist
Neonatal Surgical Nurse (Band 6) – Southampton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to work with us.
This is an internal-only application.
Join our Neonatal Surgical Team as a Band 6 Neonatal Surgical Nurse on a 12-month secondment, delivering expert clinical expertise while advancing your career.
Award-winning NHS Trust offering innovation, a supportive work-life balance, and vibrant local culture—from the New Forest to the Jurassic Coast.
About the Role
This role provides an exceptional opportunity for a motivated and experienced neonatal nurse to specialise in the care of surgical neonates. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you’ll enhance your neonatal expertise, leadership, and clinical decision-making within a tertiary neonatal unit.
Your responsibilities will focus on:
- Delivering world-class, family-centred care for surgical neonates and their families.
- Leading on patient management, staff education, and service development.
- Supporting the transition from neonatal to paediatric surgical services.
- Providing high-quality emotional support and clear communication to parents during critical periods.
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The best candidates will bring advanced clinical skills, strong communication, a compassionate approach—with a passion for improving care outcomes for babies and families.
Main Responsibilities
Core Clinical Duties
- Provide expert assessment, care planning, and evaluation for neonates with surgical conditions.
- Operate autonomously when required — including conducting ward rounds or clinics independently.
- Apply advanced clinical and analytical skills to prioritise complex caseloads efficiently.
- Ensure smooth transitions between neonatal and paediatric surgical teams.
- Support families through surgical decisions, recovery processes, and preparing for discharge.
Leadership & Education
- Actively participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives.
- Mentor junior staff, student nurses, and healthcare learners in practice.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (surgeons, paediatricians, therapists) to optimise care pathways.
Person Specification: Qualifications & Experience
Essential Criteria
- Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) in the relevant speciality.
- Prerequisite qualification: degree-level (120 L6 credits) OR equivalent specialist training/experience (assessed via portfolio).
- Significant post-registration experience in neonatal/paediatric surgery, including:
- Completion of all Band 5 core competencies (preceptorship).
- Experience of educating/training healthcare professionals and learners in practice.
- Strong understanding of clinical governance, accountability, and health service challenges.
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Desirable (but Not Mandatory)
- Experience in clinical practice development or change management.
- Confidence in multidisciplinary team working.
About University Hospital Southampton (UHS)
- Learning & development opportunities: Continuing education, progressions, and career growth programmes.
- Flexible working: Supportive policies for work-life balance, family commitments, and wellbeing.
- Innovation & technology: UHS values adaptive, wise use of tech to enhance care while personalising your application is key.
- Inclusion & diversity: Committed to an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory culture where everyone prospers. Untapped diversity and background? You’re welcome.
Apply now to contribute meaningfully to neonatal surgical care while growing your expertise in one of the UK’s leadership housing teaching trusts.
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