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Junior Sister – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

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King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be a registered nurse with NMC registration, have neonatal experience, strong communication skills, leadership ability, and a commitment to ongoing education and high-quality family care.
  • You will plan, manage, and coordinate clinical care for high-needs babies while supporting staff development and contributing to sustainable healthcare initiatives.

Requirements

  • - Registered Nurse with a current NMC registration
  • - Relevant post registration experience within a Neonatal Unit
  • - Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
  • - Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
  • - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • - Ability to demonstrate effective leadership skills
  • - Commitment to providing high standards of care and support for families
  • - Flexible and adaptable to changing needs within the unit
  • - Willingness to engage in ongoing education and training

Responsibilities

  • Our nurses have the responsibility for planning, managing and coordinating clinical care for babies requiring high level of nursing care and supporting staff to develop these skills on the unit.
  • We focus on developing nursing leaders for the future and therefore alongside a full team of Practice Development Nurses, provide individualised professional leadership and clinical development.
  • Our goal to be a hospital of choice by improving all aspects of the patient experience relies upon us having a highly skilled, motivated, diverse, productive and patient focused workforce.
  • We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
  • King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan.
  • In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus.
  • Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

FAQs

What is the patient care level provided in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit?

The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit provides level 3 Medical and Surgical care to sick term babies and preterm babies born as early as 22 weeks gestation.

Where is King’s College Hospital located?

King’s College Hospital is located on the Denmark Hill site.

How many cots are available in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit?

The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit has 36 cots.

What is the primary goal of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit?

The primary goal of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is to provide first-class intensive care service and to maintain one of the lowest mortality rates in the country.

What type of care is encouraged for families?

The unit actively encourages Family Integrated Care and has recently implemented weekly Parent-led ward rounds in lower dependency areas.

Who supports the Junior Sister in their new role?

The Junior Sister will be supported by a team of experienced Practice Development Nurses (PDNs) and Senior Sisters.

Is there an opportunity for cross-site work in this role?

Yes, there is an opportunity to work cross-site with the Local Neonatal Unit at Princess Royal University Hospital as part of development in the Junior Sister role.

What type of training and development will be provided?

A bespoke orientation programme and a personalised career pathway aimed at identifying and supporting your career progression will be provided.

How many deliveries does the maternity department cater for annually?

The maternity department caters for over 6,000 deliveries per annum.

What is the Trust’s approach to sustainability?

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via their Green Plan, aiming for net zero carbon targets by 2040 for their NHS Carbon Footprint.

How can I get more information or arrange an informal visit?

You can contact Ade Omofade, the Neonatal Matron, at adetokunbo.omofade@nhs.net or call 02032998501. You can also reach out to Judith Jogunla, the Senior Sister in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, at j.jogunla@nhs.net.

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King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

One of the UK’s largest NHS Foundation Trusts, treating 1.5 million patients a year across 5 sites in SE London and Kent

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1913
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Mission & Purpose

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a prominent NHS trust that provides comprehensive healthcare services across a range of specialties, including emergency care, surgical procedures, and specialist treatments. Its ultimate mission is to deliver outstanding patient care, driven by a commitment to excellence in clinical practice, research, and education. The trust's purpose is to ensure high-quality, accessible healthcare for all patients, advance medical knowledge through research and innovation, and support the training of future healthcare professionals, all while maintaining a compassionate approach to patient care.

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