Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced midwife who is passionate about midwifery, to join our team of highly skilled Midwives at Ipswich Hospital. The role will involve working collaboratively with members of the multi- disciplinary team and we are looking for dynamic and forward thinking midwives to provide effective leadership, be a role model of excellence in midwifery practice and demonstrate a commitment in supporting colleagues to provide women centred care and a positive birth experience, within a service that is striving for excellence in a high risk maternity environment.
Main duties of the job
This role is a fabulous developmental opportunity for those who are interested in developing their skills to the next level and will give you a wide range of transferable skills to further your career. You will be given targeted support and training to assist you in your journey. The post holder is responsible for the continuous management of Delivery Suite provided by their team, including the organisation of the services and the management of staff andresources.To participate in the development and implementation of policies, guidelines and patient information.To contribute to the development, completion, and audit of all relevant National Service Frameworks and other National Initiatives.To work with the other Lead Midwives and Matrons to continuously improve the quality of service and safeguard high standards of care by creating an environment in which excellence in clinical practice flourishes.Identify deficits in care and take proactive steps to remedy this eg by setting up intra departmental multi-disciplinary groups to initiate changes consistent with best practice.To attend regular unit meetings and to represent the Unit at Trust meetings and external forums.
About us
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) provide hospital and community health services to people living across a wide geographical area. We deliver care from two main hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, six community hospitals and in patients' own homes. You will be joining a team of 10,000 amazing colleagues providing care to 800,000 residents.
Our philosophy is that time matters to everyone. Too often, our current systems and ways of working add unnecessary stress and frustration. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which do not work or cause time delays for our staff and patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To identify potential risks and assist in the completion of reports following clinical incidents.Contribute to multi-disciplinary panels, forums, meetings.Participate in audits as required.
Practice with due attention to the Midwives Rules and Standards (NMC 2012) and the Code (NMC 2015).Identifies and takes responsibility for personal training and development needs and maintains their professional portfolio in accordance with PREP, re-registering with the NMC every 3 years.Prioritise workload in accordance with service needs and manage time effectively.Attend appropriate mandatory training and updating to meet service and personal needs.Is aware of and abides by relevant Trust policies Attends annual updates on fire policy and be familiar with the fire procedure for the unit.Liaise with Professional Midwifery Advocate on practice issues and meet at least annually with them to discuss clinical practice issues and development needs.Actively participates in the appraisal program.Actively participate in multi-disciplinary team working within the maternity services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To identify potential risks and assist in the completion of reports following clinical incidents.Contribute to multi-disciplinary panels, forums, meetings.Participate in audits as required.
Practice with due attention to the Midwives Rules and Standards (NMC 2012) and the Code (NMC 2015).Identifies and takes responsibility for personal training and development needs and maintains their professional portfolio in accordance with PREP, re-registering with the NMC every 3 years.Prioritise workload in accordance with service needs and manage time effectively.Attend appropriate mandatory training and updating to meet service and personal needs.Is aware of and abides by relevant Trust policies Attends annual updates on fire policy and be familiar with the fire procedure for the unit.Liaise with Professional Midwifery Advocate on practice issues and meet at least annually with them to discuss clinical practice issues and development needs.Actively participates in the appraisal program.Actively participate in multi-disciplinary team working within the maternity services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Midwife
- Minimum 2 years experience (excluding Preceptor Year)
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Knowledge of NMC Handbook of Midwives Rules, Code of Professional Conduct, Scope of Professional Practice and its application to clinical practice
Desirable
- N96, NLS and ALSO qualifications
- Degreee or Masters Level Study
- Teaching Qualification
- Evidence of Leadership Skills Study
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in Clinical Involvement
Desirable
- Evidence of leading a project or initiative
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of awareness of current child protection protocols
Desirable
- Evidence of Child Protection Training to Level 3 or 4
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Midwife
- Minimum 2 years experience (excluding Preceptor Year)
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Knowledge of NMC Handbook of Midwives Rules, Code of Professional Conduct, Scope of Professional Practice and its application to clinical practice
Desirable
- N96, NLS and ALSO qualifications
- Degreee or Masters Level Study
- Teaching Qualification
- Evidence of Leadership Skills Study
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in Clinical Involvement
Desirable
- Evidence of leading a project or initiative
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of awareness of current child protection protocols
Desirable
- Evidence of Child Protection Training to Level 3 or 4
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).
