Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Labour Ward Co-ordinator to join our existing team on the Hinchingbrooke Hospital Site. As a Midwife Co-ordinator you will be responsible for the day to day co-ordination of the activity on the labour ward.
*** Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***
Main duties of the job
- Leading and managing the team, providing expert clinical midwifery care.
- Setting and monitoring performance standards for both activity and staff, ensuring a high-performing and supportive working environment.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, compassionate and effective care for all women.
- Offering expert leadership advice to enhance midwifery practice.
- Taking a proactive role in the development of midwifery within the unit and beyond.
*Please Note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice*
About us
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Education, Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Relevant Degree or evidence of further study and experience to the equivalent
- Evidence of further study at post registration level.
- Sign Off Mentor
- Conversant with change management and service innovation processes
- Demonstrate awareness of current professional issues.
- Computer and keyboard literate
Desirable
- Further Study in Special Care of Babies
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of 3 years sound clinical midwifery experience.
- Evidence of participation in risk and clinical governance agendas.
Desirable
- Experience of management of a team
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Experience of working on own initiative and managing time effectively.
- Ability to develop self and others to use evidence based practice.
- Ability to develop self and others to use evidence based practice.
- Be prepared to work across sites as and when required
- Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives cultural, religious and emotional needs and beliefs
- Ability to motivate Others
- Evidence of transformation leadership qualities and empowerment of staff
- Innovative approach to professional issues and awareness of local and national agendas
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts Values and Behaviours
- Professional appearance & behaviour
Communication
Essential
- Evidence of Professional Communication to all members of the MDT
- Evidence of appropriate and timely escalation
Person Specification
Education, Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Relevant Degree or evidence of further study and experience to the equivalent
- Evidence of further study at post registration level.
- Sign Off Mentor
- Conversant with change management and service innovation processes
- Demonstrate awareness of current professional issues.
- Computer and keyboard literate
Desirable
- Further Study in Special Care of Babies
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of 3 years sound clinical midwifery experience.
- Evidence of participation in risk and clinical governance agendas.
Desirable
- Experience of management of a team
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Experience of working on own initiative and managing time effectively.
- Ability to develop self and others to use evidence based practice.
- Ability to develop self and others to use evidence based practice.
- Be prepared to work across sites as and when required
- Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives cultural, religious and emotional needs and beliefs
- Ability to motivate Others
- Evidence of transformation leadership qualities and empowerment of staff
- Innovative approach to professional issues and awareness of local and national agendas
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts Values and Behaviours
- Professional appearance & behaviour
Communication
Essential
- Evidence of Professional Communication to all members of the MDT
- Evidence of appropriate and timely escalation
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
