Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Screening team at Chesterfield Royal Hospital . We are looking for an experienced midwife who has the motivation and drive to support the delivery of high quality antenatal and screening services .
The Deputy Screening Co-ordinator is a key midwifery role within our organisation
Leading the Chesterfield Way supports the Trust's objectives and ambitions - and sets out the behaviours and characteristics that leaders are expected to adopt and that all staff can role model, to make the Trust an even better place to work; and to support the best possible care for patients. It provides a framework for leadership and supports individual progression through appraisal, career progression and personal development.
Main duties of the job
To contribute to the provision of the antenatal and new-born screening programmes, ensuring the highest possible standards of care for women and their families. To deputise for the Screening Co-ordinator in her absence, including attending meetings and teaching on mandatory training. The post holder will support the matron with the operational management and organisation of the hospital based maternity out-patient services, undertaking a range of delegated roles and responsibilities.
The post holder will undertake a regular rostered clinical shift on Chesterfield Birth Centre, to maintain clinical credibility and competence in intrapartum care.
About us
Chesterfield Royal Hospital is located in Calow, Chesterfield, which is situated on a green field site on the edge of the Peak District National Park. It is home to the Crooked Spire and is also close to Sheffield, Derby and Nottingham, thus offering numerous choices for recreational activities and lifestyles.
Chesterfield Royal Hospital was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1985 and since then it has continued to expand and modernise, currently holding approximately 550 beds. We provide acute in-patient and out-patient care for Chesterfield and the surrounding rural area of North Derbyshire, serving a population of approximately 350,000 people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Co-ordinate the antenatal and new-born screening programmes for the Trust in line with National Screening Standards.
Assume ongoing responsibility for monitoring of compliance of cohort tracking and failsafe mechanisms for all antenatal and new-born screening programmes.
Liaise as required with various multidisciplinary professionals both within the organisation and with external stakeholders, to ensure care is delivered to the woman and her family effectively and efficiently.
Assist the ANNB Screening Co-ordinator to produce an annual report of antenatal and new-born screening services and with quarterly data (KPI) submission. Committee.
Work within the local risk management processes and in line with National NHS Guidance regarding the investigation and management of safety incidents in the NHS screening programmes.
Assist with preparation for any external audits or inspections related to the screening programmes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Co-ordinate the antenatal and new-born screening programmes for the Trust in line with National Screening Standards.
Assume ongoing responsibility for monitoring of compliance of cohort tracking and failsafe mechanisms for all antenatal and new-born screening programmes.
Liaise as required with various multidisciplinary professionals both within the organisation and with external stakeholders, to ensure care is delivered to the woman and her family effectively and efficiently.
Assist the ANNB Screening Co-ordinator to produce an annual report of antenatal and new-born screening services and with quarterly data (KPI) submission. Committee.
Work within the local risk management processes and in line with National NHS Guidance regarding the investigation and management of safety incidents in the NHS screening programmes.
Assist with preparation for any external audits or inspections related to the screening programmes.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife with current live PIN on NMC register
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in the hospital and community-based maternity services
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding and knowledge of the antenatal and newborn screening programmes
- IT literate- competent in the use of Word, Excel and outlook
- Ability to problem solve, anticipate and forward plan.
- Awareness and understanding of current issues in midwifery, screening and the wider NHS.
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management
- Demonstrates application of evidence-based practice.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of first line management of staff
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable
- Resilient
- Willing to accept additional responsibilities as delegated by senior staff
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encourage
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife with current live PIN on NMC register
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in the hospital and community-based maternity services
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding and knowledge of the antenatal and newborn screening programmes
- IT literate- competent in the use of Word, Excel and outlook
- Ability to problem solve, anticipate and forward plan.
- Awareness and understanding of current issues in midwifery, screening and the wider NHS.
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management
- Demonstrates application of evidence-based practice.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of first line management of staff
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable
- Resilient
- Willing to accept additional responsibilities as delegated by senior staff
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encourage
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
