Registered Nurse Neonatal

Band 5 Neonatal Nurse (RNC)

Band: Band 5

Contract Type: Temporary Contract/ Agency (Flexible shifts available)

Location: Basildon, Broomfield and Southend

Role Overview

We are seeking reliable and consistent Band 5 Neonatal Nurses (RNC) to support Neonatal Units within a busy NHS setting. The role involves delivering high-quality, family-centred care to premature and critically ill newborns, working within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective clinical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe, evidence-based care to neonates requiring intensive, high dependency, or special care
• Monitor and assess neonates, recognising and responding to clinical deterioration
• Support advanced neonatal care including thermoregulation, feeding support, and respiratory care (including CPAP/ventilation where appropriate)
• Administer medications and intravenous therapies in line with neonatal protocols
• Work closely with parents and families, promoting bonding and providing education and support
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with NMC and Trust standards
• Collaborate with neonatologists, paediatricians, and the wider multidisciplinary team
• Adhere to infection prevention, safeguarding, and clinical governance policies

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration (RNC / RN Child – Neonatal experience essential)
• Proven experience working within a Neonatal Unit (NICU/SCBU/HDU)
• Safeguarding Level 2 certification (mandatory)
• Neonatal or Paediatric Life Support (NLS/PLS) training (mandatory)
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments
• Demonstrated reliability and consistency in attendance and performance

Desirable Criteria

• Experience with ventilated neonates and intensive care settings
• Previous NHS experience
• Additional neonatal competencies or specialist courses

Working Pattern

• Flexible shifts including days, nights, and weekends
• Full-time and part-time options available depending on service needs

Additional Information

Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering safe, high-quality neonatal care and supporting families during critical stages. Reliability and consistency are essential to maintain continuity within the neonatal team