Job summary
We are looking for an energised and motivated
Digital Midwife
Our successful candidate will lead on digital transformation as part of our ongoing Maternity and Neonatal Single Improvement Plan.
With clinical expertise, professional direction and effective leadership, the postholder will understand how data, digital records and robust reporting can drive continuous learning. The post holder will demonstrate specialist knowledge of maternity and evolving IT systems and be an ambassador for digital leadership.
Please note - if you would like your application to be considered for secondment, you must secure agreement from your line manager beforehand that you can be released to undertake the role.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will lead on development and implementation of digital systems to ensure clinical practice meets professional standards.
The role will involve significant collaboration with the senior management team and wider, complex MDT, being responsive to the governance and digital needs of the department. There is a requirement to work alongside the LMNS to support national agenda's around data gathering and system delivery.
Central to successful digital integration, the post holder will champion the voice of users, listening and enabling staff to drive standards and continuous improvement.
As a visible and engaged lead, superuser, the Digital Midwife will be the digital champion. You will plan, lead and manager projects relating to digital transformation to implement transition and development.
You will support operational success of the Trust's digital services for clinical users and all stakeholders, contributing to education, problem-solving responses and process development.
Maintaining data sets relating to training, health informatics and other KPIs supporting, for example, MIS, and GDPR, is paramount. The role is integral to the governance and risk agenda.
You will have a keen insight and understanding of the opportunities digital transformation affords us.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Maintain competencies relating to digital leadership by attending regular updates such as local user group initiatives and the national Digital Midwives Expert Reference Group
- Experience of working with healthcare administration IT systems
- Has extensive midwifery knowledge and experience
- Evidence of successfully implementing change in ward/dept area.
- As an ambassador of the Midwifery profession, will ensure clinical practice, supported by digital technology, meets professional standards
Desirable
- Understanding of interpreting statistical process control and Report writing experience
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife - with active NMC registration
- Mentorship qualification / experience
- Leadership qualification or relevant leadership experience
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate leadership skills
Desirable
- Undertaken basic qualifications in the use of computer packages with Word, PowerPoint and excel software
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Maintain competencies relating to digital leadership by attending regular updates such as local user group initiatives and the national Digital Midwives Expert Reference Group
- Experience of working with healthcare administration IT systems
- Has extensive midwifery knowledge and experience
- Evidence of successfully implementing change in ward/dept area.
- As an ambassador of the Midwifery profession, will ensure clinical practice, supported by digital technology, meets professional standards
Desirable
- Understanding of interpreting statistical process control and Report writing experience
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife - with active NMC registration
- Mentorship qualification / experience
- Leadership qualification or relevant leadership experience
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate leadership skills
Desirable
- Undertaken basic qualifications in the use of computer packages with Word, PowerPoint and excel software
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).
