Midwife Specialist

3 weeks ago

Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Midwife to join our Infant Feeding Team at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in promoting and supporting infant feeding practices within our maternity department.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide education and clinical supervision to staff to ensure evidence-based approaches to infant feeding and relationship building.
  • Collaborate with the Infant Feeding team to align with the government health promotion agenda and the NHS Long Term Plan vision for the Baby Friendly Initiative.
  • Establish a visible presence in the clinical setting and participate in relevant training programmes to enhance clinical skills related to ankyloglossia (tongue tie).
  • Develop resources on infant feeding and relationship building, and foster harmonious relationships with colleagues and other agencies.
  • Deliver one-to-one support, guidance, and care planning in feeding clinics for complex cases in the antenatal period, and provide a responsive service for feeding clinics postnatally.

Person Specification

  • Registered Midwife with UK NMC Pin.
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development and training, including mentorship and SSSA.
  • Advanced clinical skills in tongue tie (Ankyloglossia) and experience of clinical audit.
  • Knowledge of the Baby Friendly Initiative and significant knowledge and skills relating to infant feeding practices.

What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, with access to ongoing training and development opportunities. We offer a range of flexible working options and a commitment to staff wellbeing and development.

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