Job summary
We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic and proactive Midwives who are passionate about delivering a high quality service to women and their families. We welcome new ideas and suggestions for service improvement for women to have the best possible experience wherever they deliver.
The acute site setting posts are rotational between the Labour Ward & the post/antenatal wards.
Please note that previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
- To utilise the full skills of a midwife as laid down in the World Health's Organisations definition of a midwife to ensure individualised care for women and families.
- To be responsible for the management of individualised care to a defined group of mothers and babies by using the assessing, planning and implementing and evaluating process within the multi-disciplinary framework.
- To develop with colleagues new practice initiatives that are evidenced based ensuring a first class quality service.
- To develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and attend and lead meetings whist promoting a positive team spirit.
- Develop excellent leadership / managerial skills to ensure a dynamic and innovative approach to team building / performance.
- To make efficient and effective use of resources with regular review of personal and service objectives ensuring personal annual appraisal and supervisor of midwives review are performed.
- To maintain a safe working environment in accordance with risk management and statutory guidelines reporting and acting on all accidents and incidents whilst maintaining accurate records.
- To develop an interest or take a lead role in a specific area of practice and share the knowledge and skills gained with other members of staff.
- Adhere to the NMC "The Midwives Rules and Standards" and "Code of Professional Conduct
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstration of experiences in relation to the knowledge and skills framework expected for Band 5.
- To rotate within all areas of midwifery, daycare, midwife led units, community, post and ante natal wards and labour wards
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work towards and demonstrate completion of: - Induction pack - Preceptorship pack - Practice portfolio - Competencies and clinical
Desirable
- IT Skills
- Customer Care
- Car driver
Knowledge
Essential
- NMC publications including: - Midwives rules and code of practice. - Understanding of research related to midwifery. - Awareness of current issues in Health Care. - Awareness of role of Supervisor of Midwives
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
QEQM Hospital
Margate
CT9 4AN