Birth Reflections/Debrief Midwife

Job responsibilities

Undertake the debrief clinic. Conduct individual and personalised appointments with women and families, providing a safe space to discuss their experiences and emotions.

Signpost families and make referrals for further support with their physical recovery and mental wellbeing.

Be visible in inpatient clinical areas to be able to speak with women and families about the experience within maternity diffusing any concerns or issues at ward level or to facilitate medical debriefs where required.

Maintain and promote an environment conducive to learning. Link with networks beyond the clinical area, sharing good practice and information.

Formulate and deliver training to all staff groups within the MDT on topics relevant to their job role.

Provide feedback within midwifery services, working closely with the CMMs, Matrons, Deputy DOM, Director of Midwifery to further develop midwifery care.

Implement change agreed with the Director of Midwifery in order to improve and maintain a high-quality service in line with the national agenda.

Bring to the immediate attention of the CMMs, Matrons, Deputy DOM and Director of Midwifery any issues, which are impeding the provision of an efficient or high-quality service, adhering to the escalation policy and the Trusts Incident reporting as relevant.

Participate in Audit and Research leading to the development of research-based practices, development of Trust midwifery policies and ensure its effective implementation maintaining standards in accordance with the UK Law, Nursing and Midwifery Council, Trust and EU guidelines.

Capture data and report into the governance structure any findings and themes of the debrief conversations to support the clinical areas.

Support the midwifery management team in responding to complaints and PALS as directed by the DOM and Maternity Matrons.

Be able to plan, organise and chair meetings where required involving other professionals or agencies.

Plan, support and organise comprehensive and personalised care plans to meet the needs of the woman.

Engagement with the Local Maternity and Neonatal System and participate in relevant forums as well as other relevant, regional and national workstreams to keep up to date with the developments in that field. This will enhance sharing of lessons learned and best practices.

Be prepared to work as a clinical midwife and be redeployed to any area of the maternity service at times of heightened activity and escalation. Be able to adapt and change plans with planned activities as required in view of this.

Directly receive information on a regular basis which may cause emotional distress to all parties and disseminate contentious, complex and sensitive information appropriately.

Link and liaise with the Safeguarding Team on safeguarding issues to recognise and respond appropriately and effectively to concerns relating to women, children and the unborn baby.

Ensure the provision of excellent infection control practices as defined by national recommendations and local policies and maintenance of high standards of cleanliness throughout. Provide a clean environment for care, ensuring best practice in infection control and improving clinical care standards.

Complete Rapid Assurance Checklists, Root Cause Analysis and take appropriate action.

Link with the Trust Band 7s to address corporate issues within the Division as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Essential

• Registered Midwife
• Minimum of three years Midwifery practice with at least two years in a more senior role
• Teaching / Mentoring accreditation: ENB 997/ PGCE or equivalent

Desirable

• Trauma informed care training
• NLS Course
• PMA qualification

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential

• Experience managing complaints
• Ability to demonstrate experience in midwifery practice
• Leading elements of service provision and of supporting staff in the clinical environment.
• Particular knowledge, skill and competence in complex care as well as supporting and promoting personalised care.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Demonstrable achievement in: i.Changing clinical practice ii.Developing self and others iii.Mentorship and ensuring others maintain current registration
• Experience caring for women requiring complex maternity care
• An understanding of PNMH and appropriate referral pathways
• Good working relationships with the wider MDT

Desirable

• Evidence of innovative practice that involves research or audit.
• Evidence of research experience
• Experience of multiagency working.
• Demonstrable achievement in: Leadership, e.g. LEO or equivalent
• Demonstrate links with senior lecturers and PLF's on site

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent report writing and presentations skills.
• Ability to influence and motivate others
• IT expertise
• Negotiating skills and ability to resolve conflict.
• Ability to make decisions and be accountable for them
• Knowledge of midwifery issues and their impact on service delivery.
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Ability to compile, analyse and disseminate complex information
• Highly motivated
• Positive attitude
• Assertiveness
• Enthusiasm
• Objectivity
• Reliable
• Committed
• Calm

Desirable

• Presentation skills
• Ability to network across directorates and divisions
• Able to demonstrate a broad knowledge of health policy in relation to midwifery practice

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).