Community Midwifery Specialist
4 weeks ago
Position Overview
An exceptional opportunity has emerged for a Community Midwifery Specialist to become a vital part of our dedicated team. We are currently seeking qualified individuals to enhance our community midwifery services.
Our community midwifery team provides comprehensive care to a diverse population of women and families, ensuring the delivery of high-quality midwifery services. The team operates under a named midwife model, collaborating within GP practices, children's centers, and home settings. The service is overseen by a Community Matron, and each team consists of a Team Leader, Community Midwives, Maternity Support Workers, and Community Administrators. Successful candidates will receive robust support and a tailored orientation upon joining.
Our midwives engage in a variety of shift patterns, including weekends, bank holidays, and an on-call rota to assist women who opt for home births and utilize the Birth Centre.
Key Responsibilities
The role involves:
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating midwifery care with a holistic and innovative approach, ensuring care plans are centered around the needs of women and are evidence-based.
- Providing support, supervision, and education to junior staff, students, and support workers on relevant clinical and non-clinical procedures.
- Acting as a practice assessor and mentor for students as necessary.
- Competently performing and maintaining essential clinical procedures.
- Utilizing clinical equipment effectively, with relevant training as required.
- Communicating and collaborating efficiently with the wider healthcare team.
- Prioritizing workload effectively.
- Participating in the on-call rota to support women choosing home births and utilizing the Birth Centre.
- Leading care and support for women requesting home births.
- Employing advanced physical skills for procedures such as suturing in both home and hospital environments.
- Engaging in Clinical Governance by reporting serious incidents and actively contributing to service development.
- Participating in educational programs for parents within both hospital and community settings.
About Our Organization
We are recognized as a leading NHS Foundation Trust in the UK, committed to our vision of Building Healthier Lives. We understand that our incredible staff are essential to achieving this goal.
Our dedication to our employees includes creating an optimal work environment, which encompasses:
- Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including offering flexible working arrangements where feasible.
- Providing a wide array of training and development opportunities to support personal and professional growth.
University Hospitals Birmingham is committed to fostering an inclusive culture where every staff member feels valued and empowered. We strive to eliminate barriers, including discrimination, ensuring that each individual can reach their full potential and thrive in their roles. Our commitment to inclusivity is deeply embedded within our organization, supported by diverse staff networks and initiatives led by our leadership.
University Hospitals Birmingham operates as a smoke-free environment.
Qualifications
Essential:
- Registered Midwife on the NMC register
- Diploma/BSc in Midwifery Studies
Desirable:
- Examination of the Newborn (NIPE)
- Mentor/assessor training or willingness to pursue
- Newborn Life Support Training
Experience
Essential:
- Experience in various settings utilizing all midwifery skills
- Understanding of child protection processes and the mental health act
- Knowledge of current and emerging healthcare issues
- Experience caring for at-risk or socially excluded service users
Desirable:
- Experience in attending home births
Additional Criteria
Essential:
- Ability to prioritize personal workload
- Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the department
- Empathetic communication with women and their families regarding treatment and procedures
- Full UK/EU driving license
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