Clinical Transformation Midwife

4 weeks ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Overview

The role involves engaging in quality enhancement projects utilizing the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Model to ensure a variety of service enhancement initiatives are integrated within maternity services. Additionally, the position includes contributing to the formulation of quality improvement strategies derived from local and national safety guidelines to advance the maternity transformation agenda.

The successful candidate will possess exceptional motivational abilities and extensive experience in influencing behavior in often challenging and intricate circumstances. Collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, both within maternity services and the broader organization, as well as local maternity and neonatal systems, is essential.

The individual must inspire others to embrace and adapt to multi-level changes, encompassing both local and national improvement initiatives. A deep understanding of the evolving demands of the local and national health landscape is necessary, along with knowledge of change models to facilitate project execution.

Main Responsibilities

Engage in quality enhancement initiatives using the IHI Model to ensure the adoption of various service improvement projects within maternity services. Participate in the development of quality improvement strategies based on local and national safety recommendations to further the maternity transformation agenda.

The post holder will need to demonstrate a high level of motivational skills and significant experience in influencing behavior in complex situations. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team within maternity services and the wider organization is crucial.

The individual must be capable of motivating others to adopt and adapt to changes at multiple levels, addressing both local and national improvement initiatives. Understanding the shifting demands of the health economy and being knowledgeable about change models will assist in effective project delivery.

About Us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is recognized as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we understand that exceptional staff are essential to achieving this.

We are committed to creating an optimal work environment for our staff, which includes:

  • Investing in the health and wellbeing of our workforce, including a commitment to offering flexible working arrangements where feasible.
  • Providing a diverse range of training and development opportunities to support personal and career growth.

We are dedicated to ensuring that our staff are treated equitably and feel a sense of belonging by fostering a kind and inclusive atmosphere. This commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organization, where every voice is valued, supported by our diverse staff networks and the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO.

We cultivate a culture that empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviors and encourages individuals to bring their 'whole self' to a more connected and supportive workplace.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Midwife
  • Current NMC registration
  • Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
  • Degree level education in Midwifery or equivalent relevant experience
  • Teaching/Mentorship qualification or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Significant clinical post-registration experience as a registered midwife
  • Experience in reporting and presenting complex data analysis in various formats, including oral presentations
  • Proficiency in IT software
  • Sound knowledge of assurance processes within maternity services
  • Quality Improvement qualification/experience
  • Familiarity with current improvement tools and techniques as identified within the Quality Improvement programme

The post holder will apply QSIR principles and tools, including project management, to plan and implement project deliverables, ensuring the production of high-quality, contextually appropriate, and sustainable changes that meet organizational standards and deadlines. This knowledge will be communicated and taught within the wider multidisciplinary team, both formally and informally.

Desirable

  • Experience in influencing internal change
  • Experience in clinical audit and research

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • Ability to evaluate midwifery care
  • IT literacy, including proficiency in PowerPoint, spreadsheets, databases, and word processing
  • Excellent organizational and presentation skills
  • Strong verbal, written, and communication skills
  • Proven ability to negotiate, persuade, influence, motivate, and earn the respect of other healthcare professionals
  • Ability to maintain focus for extended periods due to varied and unpredictable work patterns
  • Capacity to work under tight deadlines and manage competing demands
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective workload management
  • Strong numerical analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent clinical judgment
  • Conflict management skills
  • Effective leadership capabilities
  • Able to apply research to practice
  • Ability to analyze problems and implement suitable solutions
  • Knowledge of current midwifery practices
  • Understanding of clinical governance and risk management
  • Awareness of the national vision for maternity services and the broader health service
  • Knowledge of Local Maternity Systems
  • Understanding of the principles of Equality and Diversity and Safeguarding
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Demonstrated excellent communication and IT skills
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines with a flexible approach
  • Capability to produce comprehensive audit trails for all work produced
  • Ability to provide methodical workings and reference files as necessary
  • Effective teamwork to achieve collective goals

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