Job summary
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Midwife to join our committed and dedicated Practice Development Team (PDT) as our fetal monitoring midwife at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. The post-holder, alongside the obstetric lead for fetal wellbeing, will be responsible for developing and implementing a programme of education, competency assessment and a culture of on-going risk assessment and support, in relation to fetal wellbeing assessment and clinical management in pregnancy, labour and birth.
The post holder will promote and develop excellence in midwifery practice and enhance client care by effectively leading and developing the support, education, training and development of staff within the service. We are looking for a midwife who will be a positive role model and provide leadership and management to enable staff and service development.
You will also provide occasional support to the maternity practice development team to deliver a variety of training days for members of the multi-disciplinary team including, health care assistants, nursery nurses, nurses, midwives from all departments, ODPs, theatre staff, Obstetricians and Anaesthetists.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a highly motivated and experienced Midwife who will offer leadership, expert advice and continuous support to Midwives within the Maternity Services.
The post holder will provide expertise to the service and support the implementation of national policy and national guidance/ evidence in relation to fetal monitoring, including implementation of the relevant Saving Babies' Lives Care Bundle version 3 elements, and achieving healthy birth outcomes
About us
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
- A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Practice Assessor
- Evidence of further continued professional development
- Comprehensive post registration midwifery experience
Desirable
- Professional Midwifery Advocate
- Diploma or Degree
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Working in all midwifery settings
- Experience of working as a mentor/ coach
- Experience of audit
- Experience of recruitment processes
- Experience of teaching / education
- Recent experience of fetal monitoring assessment for both IA and CEFM
Desirable
- Experience of research
- Experience of risk management
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Skilled at suturing, IV cannulation, epidurals, IV drug administration
- Knowledge of Saving Babies Lives in relation to fetal monitoring
- Ability to communicate clearly with patients, relatives and MDT team in English
- Ability to work required shift pattern and special circumstances
- Ability to work within a team and independently
- Good verbal and written communication skills to enable liaison with patients, relatives and multi -disciplinary team and to produce concise written reports and notes.
- Ability to resolve conflict/dispute in a non -confrontational manner
Desirable
- Knowledge of evidence informed and research-based practice
- Knowledge of up to date midwifery and NHS issues
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential
- Access to transport
- Full driving licence.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Practice Assessor
- Evidence of further continued professional development
- Comprehensive post registration midwifery experience
Desirable
- Professional Midwifery Advocate
- Diploma or Degree
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Working in all midwifery settings
- Experience of working as a mentor/ coach
- Experience of audit
- Experience of recruitment processes
- Experience of teaching / education
- Recent experience of fetal monitoring assessment for both IA and CEFM
Desirable
- Experience of research
- Experience of risk management
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Skilled at suturing, IV cannulation, epidurals, IV drug administration
- Knowledge of Saving Babies Lives in relation to fetal monitoring
- Ability to communicate clearly with patients, relatives and MDT team in English
- Ability to work required shift pattern and special circumstances
- Ability to work within a team and independently
- Good verbal and written communication skills to enable liaison with patients, relatives and multi -disciplinary team and to produce concise written reports and notes.
- Ability to resolve conflict/dispute in a non -confrontational manner
Desirable
- Knowledge of evidence informed and research-based practice
- Knowledge of up to date midwifery and NHS issues
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential
- Access to transport
- Full driving licence.
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).
