Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for driven and motivated
midwives to develop themselves and their skills and become a part of our Labour
Ward Coordinators Team based at Darlington Memorial Hospital. You would be
based within an Acute setting, across Labour Ward, with responsibility for
staff on the Pregnancy Assessment Unit and Postnatal Ward areas on a out of
hours basis. We have excellent facilities on each of our Acute sites, with both
low and high risk areas for birthing persons. We have exciting plans for the
development of our Teams in 2024, and invite you to become a part of this!
As a Labour ward co-ordinator on arrival into
our organisation you will benefit from a supernumerary period, and following on
from interview you would be provided with contact and support from the team.
You will be supported and welcomed into your role and given the opportunity to
continue to develop your midwifery skills and leadership through our CPD
programmes. We are keen to develop highly trained Midwives who can deliver
exceptional care to the families of County Durham and Darlington. We can't wait
to welcome you to join us on our exciting journey for 2024 and beyond.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for senior midwives who are committed to
providing safe shift provision in a busy Labour ward setting, taking
responsibility for the coordination of patient care within our departments and
acting upon, and escalating concerns in a timely manner. We will take into
consideration your skills and knowledge and develop a plan with you to support
your transition into your new role. Safety of our women and babies is
paramount, and so we are looking for highly skilled, professional and
autonomous Midwives to join our Teams.
The post holder will carry shift leader responsibilities
when on duty, this will include allocation of workload, skill mix, staffing
levels and an overview of the patient numbers and bed availability on the
maternity unit. The post holder will be
able to deal with unpredictable high levels of clinical activity to include
assessment planning implementation and evaluation of midwifery care in a safe
environment.
The role will involve actively participating within
escalation across the trust during heightened levels of increased activity,
liaising directly with colleagues to maintain safety within both units.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to sponsor roles that do not meet the minimum salary requirements. please check the UK immigration skilled worker rules for information
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for midwives ready for this challenging but
rewarding leadership role, who are keen to further develop their skills and
knowledge in a supportive environment. With
many opportunities that are on the horizon at CDDFT. It is an exciting time to
be a part of our Maternity family!
We have excellent Patient Safety Midwives who are commited
to quality and improvement whom you will have a close working relationship
with. Our Matron Team is growing and changing and we are excited to look for
new leaders, to join our well established team, and add to the changing
dynamics of our service. We are certain there is a role you will enjoy at CDDFT
Maternity.
The post holder will be responsible for the smooth and safe
running of the maternity ward and will take overall charge not only of ward but
also of the postnatal and pregnancy assessment unit if required.
The post holder will have some responsibility
for a group of band 5 and 6 midwives for appraisal and development, and be
involved in the developments of services, dealing with complaints and engaging
in multidisciplinary team working and team working across Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for midwives ready for this challenging but
rewarding leadership role, who are keen to further develop their skills and
knowledge in a supportive environment. With
many opportunities that are on the horizon at CDDFT. It is an exciting time to
be a part of our Maternity family!
We have excellent Patient Safety Midwives who are commited
to quality and improvement whom you will have a close working relationship
with. Our Matron Team is growing and changing and we are excited to look for
new leaders, to join our well established team, and add to the changing
dynamics of our service. We are certain there is a role you will enjoy at CDDFT
Maternity.
The post holder will be responsible for the smooth and safe
running of the maternity ward and will take overall charge not only of ward but
also of the postnatal and pregnancy assessment unit if required.
The post holder will have some responsibility
for a group of band 5 and 6 midwives for appraisal and development, and be
involved in the developments of services, dealing with complaints and engaging
in multidisciplinary team working and team working across Trust
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife with current UK NMC PIN
- Significant experience within an acute maternity setting at Band 6
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Recognised teaching /assessing qualification
- Post graduate certificate in health related subject
- Master or equivalent experience
- PMA qualification
- Trained NIPE practitioner
Experience
Essential
- IT skills
- Ability to use initiative
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent time management
- Ability to be reflective practitioner
- Committed to professional and personal development
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleague
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experiences with others
- Takes ownership of problems
Desirable
- Experience of linking with outside agencies
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Midwife with current UK NMC PIN
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Motivational and empowerment skills
- Effective organisational skills, organisation of own workload
- Enthusiastic and supportive
- Confident to work independently
- Excellent communication skills and ability to provide written and verbal reports.
- Able to use Word, Excel and Powerpoint programs
- Ability to travel across site as required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife with current UK NMC PIN
- Significant experience within an acute maternity setting at Band 6
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Recognised teaching /assessing qualification
- Post graduate certificate in health related subject
- Master or equivalent experience
- PMA qualification
- Trained NIPE practitioner
Experience
Essential
- IT skills
- Ability to use initiative
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent time management
- Ability to be reflective practitioner
- Committed to professional and personal development
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleague
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experiences with others
- Takes ownership of problems
Desirable
- Experience of linking with outside agencies
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Midwife with current UK NMC PIN
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Motivational and empowerment skills
- Effective organisational skills, organisation of own workload
- Enthusiastic and supportive
- Confident to work independently
- Excellent communication skills and ability to provide written and verbal reports.
- Able to use Word, Excel and Powerpoint programs
- Ability to travel across site as required
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
