Registered Nurse Neonatal

Registered Nurse Neonatal

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Closing date: 21 April 2026

We are looking for Band 5 registered nurses who have experience in the care of preterm and sick infants. The role requires reliability, flexibility, motivation and a commitment to delivering high quality care to babies and families.

The Neonatal Unit at Royal Lancaster Infirmary is a 10 bedded Level 2 unit which includes one intensive care cot, two high dependency cots and seven special care cots, caring for babies from 28 weeks gestation. Infants Main duties of the job

• Provide nursing care to preterm and sick infants in a Level 2 and Level 1 environment.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, compassionate care.
• Respond rapidly to emergency situations and prioritise care effectively.
• Plan, implement and evaluate care plans for infants and families.
• Maintain accurate documentation and basic IT systems usage.
• Support professional development and maintain relevant accreditations.

Person Specification Education and Qualifications

• Registered Children's Nurse, Registered Midwife or Registered Nurse.
• Relevant qualification in Speciality.
• Newborn Life Support certification.

Experience

• Pre registration experience working with babies and children.
• Experience within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience establishing effective communication with families and staff.

Skills, Ability and Knowledge

• Demonstrable appropriate skills in nursing for babies and children.
• Basic life support skills.
• Ability to respond rapidly to emergency situations.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
• Ability to work as an effective team member.
• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Basic IT skills.
• Willingness to advance competencies.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to identify any previous criminal convictions.

£31,049 to £37,796 a year pro rata