Neonatal Nurse Jobs in the UK

• Job title: Neonatal Nurse

• Job Type: Ad-hoc shifts, with ongoing agency work available near you

• Location: All over the UK

• Pay Rate: Earn up to £68.16* per hour

Neonatal Registered Nurse (RN) Responsibilities

As a neonatal nurse, you will play a crucial role in the care and support of newborns in NICUs. Generally, NICU nurse positions involve the following responsibilities: 

• Administering medications: This includes prepping and checking medicine as well as overseeing certain special treatments like tube feedings. 

• Caring for newborns: Feeding, diaper changing, bathing, and monitoring patient's vital signs and any activity. 

• Liaising with specialists: Making sure that each patient's care plan meets their specific needs and is communicated clearly across the team. 

• Helping parents with care education: Providing information on feeding and sleeping and giving emotional support to families. 

• Performing checks: This includes measuring, looking for a range of symptoms or congenital conditions, and doing Apgar tests. 

• Operating and maintaining specialist equipment in NICU or HDU: This includes incubators, ventilators, oxygen saturation monitors, IV drips, and breathing machines. 

• Attending births: NICU nurses are responsible for a range of tasks during labour, from monitoring vital signs to performing resuscitation and stabilisation. 

What Do You Need to Apply for NICU Nursing Jobs?

Our dedicated consultants are standing by to assist you with compliance, registration and shift bookings around-the-clock. In order to apply for NICU RN jobs, you need the following: 

• A current professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). 

• A first-level qualification as a RN, Registered Midwife (RM), or Registered Children's Nurse (RSCN)

• Previous nursing experience within a neonatal care setting (e.g. NICU or SCBU) 

• The ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualised care for babies 

• The ability to recognise and respond rapidly to emergency situations 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Basic IT skills

• A valid right to work in the UK. 

• A bank account (proof of bank statement)

• Proof of address that you are residing in the UK at the time of applying 

• Copies of your training certifications

• Basic English language literacy

Why Neonatal Nurses Join the BNA?

With over 5000 nurses and care workers registered with us, we have delivered excellence since 1948. Here are just some of the benefits of partnering with BNA as a NICU nurse: 

• Competitive Salaries: You can earn up to £817.92 per shift* and get paid according to your direct expertise and commitment to delivering exceptional care. 

• Professional Development: We are dedicated to developing the growth and education of our staff. If you join us, you'll have access to a variety of training programs that can advance your neonatal nurse career and improve your skills. 

• Variety of Shifts: We can help you find the right position for you, whether you're looking to work in NICU permanently, part-time neonatal jobs, or night shifts. 

• Supportive Team: We prioritise work-life balance for all our team members so you can join a nurturing work environment where you have the necessary resources to support you. 

How to Apply for NICU Nurse Jobs Near You?

We have a range of positions available in the NICU space, from neonatal nurse practitioner jobs to NICU nursing assistant roles.  Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Register with us today! 

If you need help with registering, feel free to do the following:

• WhatsApp Chat: Need help with registration or compliance? Contact us at 0772 3559 602

• Online Registration: If you have already registered with us, agency staff chat with us in Staffshift