Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Maternity unit based at our Tunbridge Wells Hospital @ Pembury site
We are looking for a qualified nurse with enthusiasm for exceptional care and someone who has a desire to work in Maternity in order to provide excellent outcomes for our new parents. Are you someone that wants to make a difference within our service? We pride ourselves in delivering safe, high quality care to ensure the birthing person and their families experience is a positive one.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to participate in care to birthing people on Delivery suite and the Postnatal Unit and assist with all aspects of post operative care, those with complex medical conditions and support the Midwives with ongoing care plans.
There will also be an expectation that you will liaise closely with the Midwives and Area Managers to ensure efficient and effective bi-directional communication, in order to deliver a high quality service to the new parents. You will also contribute to the professional development of junior staff within the department and enhance their skills as a role model.The role will cover 24 hrs, 7 days a week, including Bank Holidays. Occasionally you may need to travel across site to support our Maternity services or birth centre based at our Maidstone site, although this will be on a rare occasion.
Please see the Job description and person specification for further details.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 760,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ more than 7,000 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Would you like to work flexibly?In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with NMC registration. Adult Branch
- Recognised Mentorship Course or willingness to undertake.
Desirable
- Specialist course relevant to area
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Having an in-depth knowledge of the issues surrounding the scope of professional practice and accountability
- Experience within an acute or Hospital setting
Desirable
- Understanding of the principles and processes involved in clinical governance
- Understanding of the UNICEF baby friendly initiative
Skills
Essential
- Experience as a qualified nurse
- Possess a high standard of communication skills, both written and oral.
- Be able to effectively co-ordinate workload and liaise with the multi-disciplinary team.
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team
- To show enthusiasm to develop new innovations and skills to enhance practice.
- To possess good inter-personal skills.
- Mentoring.
- IT skills
Desirable
- To possess relevant practical skills
- Experience within Maternity setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with NMC registration. Adult Branch
- Recognised Mentorship Course or willingness to undertake.
Desirable
- Specialist course relevant to area
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Having an in-depth knowledge of the issues surrounding the scope of professional practice and accountability
- Experience within an acute or Hospital setting
Desirable
- Understanding of the principles and processes involved in clinical governance
- Understanding of the UNICEF baby friendly initiative
Skills
Essential
- Experience as a qualified nurse
- Possess a high standard of communication skills, both written and oral.
- Be able to effectively co-ordinate workload and liaise with the multi-disciplinary team.
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team
- To show enthusiasm to develop new innovations and skills to enhance practice.
- To possess good inter-personal skills.
- Mentoring.
- IT skills
Desirable
- To possess relevant practical skills
- Experience within Maternity setting
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).
