Job summary
The
maternity team at the University Hospital of North Durham site are searching
for committed, dynamic and enthusiastic midwives to join our team working on
our maternity unit. We want you to be here, helping to shape our vision for an
outstanding service that gives women, families, our communities and our
midwives an extraordinary experience.
Main duties of the job
There is significant emphasis on multi-disciplinary working
and the ability to work as an individual as well as a team member is essential.
You will be responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of
individualised care plans which ensure delivery of holistic, research based
care, prioritising communication, informed consent and relationship building.
You will work closely with our multi-disciplinary team of professionals.
Some of your duties will be:
Assessing and advising on the needs of women, birthing
people, partners, families, and carers and providing emotional support during
all stages of pregnancy and postnatal care. Planning, delivering and evaluating standards
of evidence-based midwifery care
Identifying and caring for women with more complex
pregnancies
Providing interventions and key messages around Public
Health including infant feeding
Recognising deterioration in the in the physical
or mental condition of a patient and taking appropriate action/ escalation and
managing emergencies
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.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
We are really excited about the opportunity to invite midwives
to apply to join our midwifery team at University Hospital of North Durham to
help us in delivering outstanding intrapartum, antenatal and postnatal care to
the women and birthing people using our service. The role is rotational based
within the labour ward, antenatal/postnatal ward and triage settings.
In return, as a new to trust midwife we can offer a training
and development programme whilst also recognising the value of prior learning
in your speciality.
You will be well supported with an induction and training
package by members of our specialist Practice Development Team who will ensure
your support as you transition to your new role both professionally and
personally. The successful candidate will be supported and encouraged to seek educational
opportunities to further their Continuing Professional Development and career
progression. We are a trust which actively supports and encourages lifelong
learning and development and we are very keen to support you to achieve your
full potential with us. In turn, you will have the opportunity to assist in
supporting the development of our preceptorship and student midwives.
You will also be able to access personalised
pastoral care via our specialist workforce experience teams, including our PMA
service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are really excited about the opportunity to invite midwives
to apply to join our midwifery team at University Hospital of North Durham to
help us in delivering outstanding intrapartum, antenatal and postnatal care to
the women and birthing people using our service. The role is rotational based
within the labour ward, antenatal/postnatal ward and triage settings.
In return, as a new to trust midwife we can offer a training
and development programme whilst also recognising the value of prior learning
in your speciality.
You will be well supported with an induction and training
package by members of our specialist Practice Development Team who will ensure
your support as you transition to your new role both professionally and
personally. The successful candidate will be supported and encouraged to seek educational
opportunities to further their Continuing Professional Development and career
progression. We are a trust which actively supports and encourages lifelong
learning and development and we are very keen to support you to achieve your
full potential with us. In turn, you will have the opportunity to assist in
supporting the development of our preceptorship and student midwives.
You will also be able to access personalised
pastoral care via our specialist workforce experience teams, including our PMA
service.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute maternity setting including delivery of intrapartum, antenatal/postnatal and neonatal care
- Ability to be reflective practitioner.
- Committed to professional and personal development
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of service users and colleagues
- Experience of linking with outside agencies
Desirable
- Experience in teaching and education of groups of service users / colleagues
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified midwife
- 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
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel independently across CDDFT sites as required
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute maternity setting including delivery of intrapartum, antenatal/postnatal and neonatal care
- Ability to be reflective practitioner.
- Committed to professional and personal development
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of service users and colleagues
- Experience of linking with outside agencies
Desirable
- Experience in teaching and education of groups of service users / colleagues
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified midwife
- 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
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel independently across CDDFT sites 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).
