Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

We are looking to recruit an Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (ANNP). The suitable candidate will be a highly skilled professional responsible for the comprehensive care of newborns admitted to the neonatal unit. Key duties include conducting thorough assessments,developingand evaluating care plans, performing advanced clinical procedures, prescribing treatments, and providing expert support to healthcare staff and families. Candidates must hold a master's degree in advanced nursing practice,possessextensive neonatal experience, anddemonstratestrong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. The role is based in neonatal intensive care and involves shift work to deliver round-the-clock care.,

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of newborns admitted to neonatal unit and transitional care areas.
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating individualised care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Performing advanced clinical procedures such as intubation, central line insertion, and management of ventilated patients.
• Prescribing medications and therapies within scope of practice,in accordance withregulatory guidelines.
• Providing expert guidance and support to nursing staff, junior doctors, and allied health professionals.
• Educating and supporting families, offering counselling and information on neonatal conditions and treatments.
• Leading andparticipatingin quality improvement initiatives and research projects within the neonatal unit.
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding protocols and promoting a culture of safety and excellence in care.
  
  The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
  
  Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.