About this role
Job summary
To contribute to the provision of a professional midwifery service, ensuring the highest possible standards of care are received by clients and their carers.
To assist the shift leader and deputise as appropriate in her/his absence. To act as an excellent clinical role model and practice autonomously within the parameters of guidelines/policies and sphere of professional practice
Main duties of the job
Our Intrapartum service includes a co-located birth centre. We have a 22 bed antenatal and postnatal ward and provide community service to Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre.
We have proactively implemented the Saving Babies Lives care bundle which has significantly improved our health outcomes.
We are working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to improve the health of 0-2 yr olds based in our community through Lottery funding.
About us
We are seeking enthusiastic and highly motivated midwives to join our friendly and progressive service where innovation and transformation is encouraged at all levels. The midwifery services in Blackpool offer excellent experience in all areas of midwifery practice and there are good opportunities for professional education and development.
We are looking for either newly qualified or due to qualify band 5 midwives, who will be rotating through our excellent two year preceptorship package in all areas of our maternity services.
We are also looking for experienced band 6 midwives for either a rotational post or a core community midwife post, working in the community hubs across Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre.
Job description Job responsibilities
MAIN DUTIESHospitalProvide care for all risk categories of midwifery clients in whichever care setting and support junior staff in same.When Acting Up as shift leader / team co-ordinator the post holder will support the midwifery team during obstetric emergency situations in keeping with local policies and guidelines.CommunityParticipate in on call commitments throughout the geographical area and support the hospital team when required, working within the lone worker policy.Update clinical skills in the hospital annually.Contribute to the care of a client caseload.To offer/facilitate a homebirth service and conduct risk assessments of clients homes for homebirths.Responsible for transporting/carrying equipment/ gases in the community setting Occasionally may be actively involved in Child Protection case conferences in liaison with the Safeguarding midwife.Participate in and lead Antenatal Education classesContinuity of CarerIn line with Better Birth Recommendations, the Trust is working towards implementing Continuity of Carer teams. This will involve providing antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care for the women within your continuity team.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Completed and obtained RM qualification and has current live PIN on NMC register.
Desirable
Mentorship qualification
Experience Essential
Achievement of all midwifery competencies Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills Demonstrates skills in leadership
Desirable
NLS certificate Examination of the newborn qualification Case holding management
Skills Knowledge and competen Essential
Understanding and knowledge of current issues in Midwifery and NHS Demonstrates application of evidence based practice Is aware of responsibility in relation to NMC Professional Code of Conduct and Midwives Rules Excellent communication skills Excellent IT skills Evidence of self development Ability to problem solve, anticipate and forward plan Understanding of Risk Management Strategy Car owner with full driving licence or be mobile and able to travel to different locations in the community
Desirable
Competent at perineal suturing, cannulation, IV drug administration and scrubbing for theatre
Personal Attributes Essential
Flexibility in shift/working patterns to meet the needs of the service Willing to accept additional responsibilities as delegated by senior staff
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Blackpool Teaching Hospitals
Whinney Heys Road
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals
FY3 8NR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.blackpoolteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)