Are you passionate about providing the best neonatal care and making a difference to babies and their families? Join our friendly team in the Neonatal Unit as the Neonatal Infant Feeding Lead Nurse. This key leadership role will support individualised feeding care for premature and sick neonates, promote evidence‑based practice, and maintain the UNICEF Baby‑Friendly accreditation.
Job overview
The Neonatal Unit at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford is one of the largest in the country, offering specialist ICU, HDU and LDU care for babies across the Thames Valley Neonatal Network.
Main duties
- Provide clinical expertise and practical assistance to overcome complex feeding issues and develop care plans.
- Lead on the implementation and maintenance of the UNICEF Baby‑Friendly accreditation on the unit.
- Promote a clinical environment and culture that facilitates learning about infant feeding and supports relationship building between parent and baby.
- Provide and facilitate staff education on breastfeeding and infant feeding.
- Uphold the Neonatal Unit’s Ethos.
About the Organisation
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts, providing a wide range of general and specialist clinical services. The Trust comprises four hospitals – the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre and Horton General Hospital.
Our values, standards and behaviours, delivered as “Delivering Compassionate Excellence”, focus on compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence, placing patients at the heart of our work.
We are committed to a safe, respectful hiring environment and uphold the NHS sexual safety charter, pledging zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour.
Neonatal Infant Feeding Lead Nurse in Oxford employer: Oxford University Hospitals
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. With flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career growth within a renowned healthcare setting, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality patient care in the vibrant city of Oxford.
Contact Details:
Oxford University Hospitals Recruitment Team
