Job Description

This is a NON - CLINICAL role - there is no contact with babies.

Successful candidates will support the clinical staff by assisting in the

provision of the service and contribute to the effective running of the

neonatal unit. They will provide support to the professional staff by

ensuring that the clinical environment is clean, organised and

adequately stocked, that equipment is cleaned effectively and stored

properly.



There will be a maybe a need to undertake reception / clerical duties as required

and to be an effective member of the neonatal team contributing to the

best possible use of resources.



The Neonatal Unit at Liverpool Women's Hospital is recruiting staff for

Neonatal Assistant Band 2 positions

This is a NON - CLINICAL role - there is no contact with babies.

Successful candidates will support the clinical staff by assisting in the

provision of the service and contribute to the effective running of the

neonatal unit. They will provide support to the professional staff by

ensuring that the clinical environment is clean, organised and

adequately stocked, that equipment is cleaned effectively and stored

properly.

There will be a need to undertake reception / clerical duties as required

and to be an effective member of the neonatal team contributing to the

best possible use of resources.

You must possess excellent communication skills and demonstrate the

ability to work in partnership with parents and the multidisciplinary team.

Shift Pattern:

currently covering 08.00 - 20.00 hrs 7 days / week but

may extend to night shifts in the future.

Full and Part time considered

For further details / informal visits contact:

Jackie Balmer Neonatal Matron (jackie.balmer@lwh.nhs.uk)



Samantha Peters Education lead



Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.



We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.



The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it's services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.



Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:

Video:

https://vimeo.com/556197652

Online brochure:

https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf

Key Responsibilities:

To maintain adequate stock levels in the clinical areas, identifying any shortfalls to the unit manager



To ensure that stock is rotated as required



To clean clinical equipment in accordance with the Trust Infection Control policy and report any faults or service needs to Electrical Biomedical Engineers or the Unit Manager



To maintain adequate levels of clean baby linen and clothes



To ensure that all Resuscitaires and procedure trolleys are cleaned and stocked as required



To maintain clean and organised storage areas / pharmacy room



To ensure the safe disposal of all glass bottles in accordance with the Trust Health and Safety policy



To defrost and clean fridges and freezers as per schedule



To assist in maintaining the cleanliness of staff and parent sitting areas



To ensure that the parental accommodation is maintained to the agreed standard with the OCS staff and that there is adequate supplies of clean linen available at all times