Practice Development Nurse - Neonatal Unit

Job overview

Practice Development Nurse – Neonatal Unit (Internal Applicants Only)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an internal candidate to join our established Practice Development Nurse (PDN) team within the Neonatal Unit at Evelina London.

As a tertiary neonatal centre with 20 NICU , 12 HDU , and 14 Special Care cots , we offer a wide scope of clinical exposure, supporting infants with surgical, cardiac, neurological, renal, metabolic, and prematurity-related conditions.

This role is ideal for an experienced neonatal nurse with a passion for education and staff development. As a PDN, you will support the learning needs of our large nursing team through :

Coordinating and delivering clinical placements and study days for pre- and post-registration nurses

Leading our tailored Band 5 development programme , which supports newly qualified nurses in their transition to confident, independent practice

Participating in staff recruitment, resuscitation training , and the roll-out of new clinical equipment and education updates

You will also contribute to the delivery of our in-house SCBU / HDU / NICU QIS courses , promoting high standards of evidence-based neonatal care.

If you’re passionate about developing others and contributing to a culture of continuous learning, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding internal development opportunity.

Closing date : 25th August 2025

Main duties of the job

Main Duties and Responsibilities :

Plan, coordinate, and facilitate clinical placements and study days for pre- and post-registration nurses

Deliver and evaluate the Band 5 development programme to support newly qualified nurses in their transition to independent practice

Contribute to staff recruitment, induction, and retention initiatives

Teach neonatal resuscitation and core clinical skills , and support the introduction of new medical equipment

Support delivery of in-house QIS training programmes across SCBU, HDU, and NICU

Act as a role model and promote a culture of learning and development within the unit

About You :

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic neonatal nurse with :

Substantial neonatal nursing experience (Neonatal QIS essential)

A passion for education and staff development

Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills

A proactive approach to quality improvement and teaching

Why Join Us :

Be part of a supportive and well-established PDN team

Help shape the future of neonatal nursing at one of the UK’s leading children’s hospitals

Access ongoing CPD opportunities and leadership development

Working for our organisation

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK’s best known hospitals – Guy’s, St Thomas’, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield – as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.

We are a large supportive neonatal team who take pride in the high standards of care that we deliver. Teamwork between all disciplines is paramount and this is clearly demonstrated in the positive outcomes of the infants that we care for.

We proactively seek to develop and nurture our staff so they can succeed in their nursing career aspirations. As part of the PDN team you will help to facilitate this.

We run our own in house QIS modules which will provide you with the opportunity to develop and improve your teaching skills. As well as participate in curriculum development and the strategic planning and management of the programme throughout the year.

The PDN team have close collaborative working opportunities with the PDN’s from the Evelina London Children’s Hospital and Practice Development Midwives from maternity services.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for details of duties and responsibilities.

Person specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential criteria

• RN1 / RN2 / RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality.
• Practice teacher qualification
• Specialist professional knowledge of mentorship, education and development practice to Masters level or equivalent
• Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development

Desirable criteria

Previous experience

Essential criteria

Desirable criteria

Skills / Knowledge / Ability

Essential criteria

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential criteria

Guy’s and St Thomas’ celebrates, respects and values the diversity of its staff and patients. We review our policies, procedures and practices to ensure that all employees, patients and carers are treated equitable according to their needs. We are actively committed to ensuring that no one who applies for a job, works or study’s at the Trust, or accesses our services is discriminated against on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, religion or belief, age, gender identity , gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity / paternity, or marital / civil partnership.