Job Title
Neonatal Staff Nurse
Location
Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading, United Kingdom (also listed as UDML College of Engineering, JECRC Foundation, Jaipur)
Contract & Hours
Contract: Fixed term 12 months (cover secondment)
Hours: Part time – 23 hours per week (12‑hour shifts: long days, long nights)
Salary
£31,049 – £37,796 per annum, pro rata for part‑time candidates (Yearly)
Closing Date
26/11/2025 23:59
Responsible Role
- Develop, implement and review planned nursing care, and maintain associated records for patients in the neonatal unit.
- Work effectively as a team member, assisting in the management and organization of nursing work as required.
- Display clear communication skills, acting as a role model for good practice and supporting the development of students and more junior colleagues.
- Carry out comprehensive nursing assessments and planning, delivering and evaluating evidenced‑based nursing care to a diverse group of patients.
- Act independently, without direct supervision, while being accountable for the care delivered and any omissions of care.
- Teach and supervise junior staff, student nurses and non‑registered nursing workforce.
- Complete the neonatal preceptorship and follow the QIS pathway thereafter.
Person Specification
Essential criteria- Experience in a neonatal ward.
- Experience with babies and their families.
- Empathetic, caring and sensitive approach to patients, relatives and carers.
- Sound understanding of personal and professional accountability.
- Registered Nurse or studying towards a recognised nursing degree.
- Demonstrated ability to function as a role model, delivering care with empathy and compassion as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience dealing with babies and their families.
Staff Benefits
- Flexible working opportunities and strong emphasis on work‑life balance.
- Annual leave – 27 days for new starters, increasing to 29 and 33 days after 5 and 10 years NHS service (pro rata for part‑time staff).
- NHS pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Money Advice Service.
- Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff.
- On‑site nursery (based at RBH).
- Full educational library services.
- Cycle to work scheme, lockable storage for cycles.
- Bus to work scheme.
- Excellent rail and bus links.
- Wide range of Health Service discounts at many brands.
Application & Contact
Apply online via NHS Jobs. For enquiries, contact:
Name: Kate Hand
Title: Lead Nurse
Telephone: 0118 322 7430
Email: not specified
Contact Detail:
UDML College of Engineering, JECRC Founadation, Jaipur Recruiting Team
