Job summary
The post holder will be manage Maternity Inpatients and to ensure service needs and targets are met.
The Post holder will ensure care provided to the women is pivotal.
The Post holder to ensure staff feel supported at all times.
Liaising with Divisional and Deputy Director for Women's and Care Group Manager to ensure any improvements and actions are carried out to continue to meet with service need.
Maintaining relationships with internal and external colleagues to discuss issues actions that may be required.
Main duties of the job
The women's service is looking to recruit to the post of Matron Maternity In-patient Services
The Care Group is looking for an exceptional leader to provide operational guidance and leadership to the nursing and midwifery teams.
The role will involve supporting the care group teams to maximise their performance against key local and national targets whilst enhancing patient care.
The post holder will be a key member of the operational care group teams working with the matrons, care group manager and Clinical Director
Supported by the Divisional Director of Midwifery, Gynaecology and Sexual Health and the wider Divisional Team of Six.
About us
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trustprovides integrated acute and community Healthcare in the West Midlands serving a population of 260,000 residents. Walsall Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and we are continually upgrading. Construction of the new integrated critical care unit was completed in2018, extension of a Neonatal Unit and brand new, state of the art Emergency Department is in the process of being completed.
We are recommended by colleagues as a place to work which is supported by the trusts values to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to investing in our workforce
RESPECT - COMPASSION - TEAMWORK - PROFESSIONALISM
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide professional, clinical and managerial leadership with Maternity Inpatients, this will include Delivery Suite, Maternity Inpatients and Triage
The post holder will expert clinical knowledge relating to each area managed, being able to lead and teach other midwives in advancing professional the midwifery profession.
the post holder will have wide experience of normal midwifery and be skilled in the management of high-risk obstetrics and advanced midwifery practice
The post holder will play a pivotal role in the implementation of existing and forthcoming national guidance relating to safety organisation and delivery of maternity services.
The post holder will be an effective role model and effective leader.
The post holder will ensure the care of and needs of the women and their families are placed at the centre of care, thus achieving Trust and national standards for clinical quality, safety and patient experience.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide professional, clinical and managerial leadership with Maternity Inpatients, this will include Delivery Suite, Maternity Inpatients and Triage
The post holder will expert clinical knowledge relating to each area managed, being able to lead and teach other midwives in advancing professional the midwifery profession.
the post holder will have wide experience of normal midwifery and be skilled in the management of high-risk obstetrics and advanced midwifery practice
The post holder will play a pivotal role in the implementation of existing and forthcoming national guidance relating to safety organisation and delivery of maternity services.
The post holder will be an effective role model and effective leader.
The post holder will ensure the care of and needs of the women and their families are placed at the centre of care, thus achieving Trust and national standards for clinical quality, safety and patient experience.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife with Current NMC Registration
- Honors Level Degree
- Master's Degree in relevant subject or equivalent clinical experience in Midwifery
- Management/Leadership Qualification or equivalent management experience
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience of a clinical/managerial position (significant experience at band 7 in Midwifery
- Experience of leading and managing a team including managing conflict.
- Experience of research/audit and bench marking utilising the results to improve the quality of care.
- Management of clinical incidents and complaints.
- Experience in identifying education and training needs of staff supporting them in their professional development.
- Experience in the management of a wide range of HR issues and financial resources.
- Demonstrates a firm understanding of the patient experience agenda, including evidence of utilizing a variety of data to positively improve their experience.
Skills
Essential
- Operational oEvidence of both clinical and management expertise within Maternity Services
- Significant experience of successful change management and service redesign
- Experience in managing budgets for the speciality.
- Excellent Interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport and credibility with clinical and managerial teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with well-developed analytical skills with ability to present information, concisely and in a variety of formats for executive meetings clearly articulating the impact on patient experience.
- Clear and demonstrable understanding of the performance management agenda for the speciality.
- Full understanding of the speciality monitoring frameworks and the NHS organisations reporting obligations and their contribution to ensuring the organisation meets them
- Experience of contributing to and assessing/implementing cost improvement programmes. Evidence of experience of clinical governance, risk management and service improvement.
- Evidence of initiating purposeful action and persistence in achieving speciality objectives
- Ability to negotiate effectively and problem solve to effect change.
Knowledge
Essential
- Skills and abilities necessary for the safe and effective performance of the job
- Specialist knowledge at post-registration level in Midwifery
- Demonstrates an understanding of the functions of the NMC. Code of Professional Conduct and responsible for its application to Clinical Practice
- Able to work across professional and organisational boundaries with good negotiation /facilitation skills.
- Able to deal with difficult and complex situations
- Strong analytical skills and ability to consider bigger picture. Able to manage several demanding agendas simultaneously and able to work autonomously.
- Good Interviewing and appraisal skills
- Able to deal with any media enquiries relative to specialty in line with Trust protocols.
- Able to use moderate physical effort on occasions including the movement of patients using manual handling equipment.
- Able to meet demands of daily operational and clinical activities.
- Able to concentrate for prolonged periods of time on complex issues relating to specialty
- Able to deal with exposure to distressing /traumatic situations on a regular basis.
- Able to work effectively in an unpredictable and demanding environment including dealing with frequent interruptions.
- Able to diffuse potentially violent or aggressive situations
Other
Essential
- oRole model - leads, inspires and motivates others.
- Highly motivated and self-directed with the ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines.
- Able to work under own initiative, independently or as an effective team member.
- Resilient, flexible and able to adapt to ensure achievement of objectives with constantly changing situations and environments
- Capacity to work with clinicians at all levels, maintaining positive working relationships.
- Exemplary standards of personal conduct and behaviour
- Willing to take responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working.
- Sets high standards for self and others to deliver service priorities.
- Treats others with dignity and respect
- Approachable, adaptable and flexible towards the role and delivery.
- Ability to travel as and when necessary.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife with Current NMC Registration
- Honors Level Degree
- Master's Degree in relevant subject or equivalent clinical experience in Midwifery
- Management/Leadership Qualification or equivalent management experience
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience of a clinical/managerial position (significant experience at band 7 in Midwifery
- Experience of leading and managing a team including managing conflict.
- Experience of research/audit and bench marking utilising the results to improve the quality of care.
- Management of clinical incidents and complaints.
- Experience in identifying education and training needs of staff supporting them in their professional development.
- Experience in the management of a wide range of HR issues and financial resources.
- Demonstrates a firm understanding of the patient experience agenda, including evidence of utilizing a variety of data to positively improve their experience.
Skills
Essential
- Operational oEvidence of both clinical and management expertise within Maternity Services
- Significant experience of successful change management and service redesign
- Experience in managing budgets for the speciality.
- Excellent Interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport and credibility with clinical and managerial teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with well-developed analytical skills with ability to present information, concisely and in a variety of formats for executive meetings clearly articulating the impact on patient experience.
- Clear and demonstrable understanding of the performance management agenda for the speciality.
- Full understanding of the speciality monitoring frameworks and the NHS organisations reporting obligations and their contribution to ensuring the organisation meets them
- Experience of contributing to and assessing/implementing cost improvement programmes. Evidence of experience of clinical governance, risk management and service improvement.
- Evidence of initiating purposeful action and persistence in achieving speciality objectives
- Ability to negotiate effectively and problem solve to effect change.
Knowledge
Essential
- Skills and abilities necessary for the safe and effective performance of the job
- Specialist knowledge at post-registration level in Midwifery
- Demonstrates an understanding of the functions of the NMC. Code of Professional Conduct and responsible for its application to Clinical Practice
- Able to work across professional and organisational boundaries with good negotiation /facilitation skills.
- Able to deal with difficult and complex situations
- Strong analytical skills and ability to consider bigger picture. Able to manage several demanding agendas simultaneously and able to work autonomously.
- Good Interviewing and appraisal skills
- Able to deal with any media enquiries relative to specialty in line with Trust protocols.
- Able to use moderate physical effort on occasions including the movement of patients using manual handling equipment.
- Able to meet demands of daily operational and clinical activities.
- Able to concentrate for prolonged periods of time on complex issues relating to specialty
- Able to deal with exposure to distressing /traumatic situations on a regular basis.
- Able to work effectively in an unpredictable and demanding environment including dealing with frequent interruptions.
- Able to diffuse potentially violent or aggressive situations
Other
Essential
- oRole model - leads, inspires and motivates others.
- Highly motivated and self-directed with the ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines.
- Able to work under own initiative, independently or as an effective team member.
- Resilient, flexible and able to adapt to ensure achievement of objectives with constantly changing situations and environments
- Capacity to work with clinicians at all levels, maintaining positive working relationships.
- Exemplary standards of personal conduct and behaviour
- Willing to take responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working.
- Sets high standards for self and others to deliver service priorities.
- Treats others with dignity and respect
- Approachable, adaptable and flexible towards the role and delivery.
- Ability to travel as and when necessary.
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 (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).
Additional information
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 (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).
