Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of clinical guidelines and safeguarding protocols, and the ability to escalate concerns as necessary. The application closing date is 12 November 2024, with interviews scheduled for 26 November 2024. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply via the TRAC Recruitment Site, ensuring they have their line manager’s support if applying for an internal secondment.
12 month fixed term/secondment
We are looking for an experienced, motivated, proactive, compassionate and enthusiastic band 6 midwife to join our Core team. We are looking for someone who is positive about change , with excellent communication skills.
You will be responsible for the general running of the ward, supporting the Midwives, MCA/MSW, Receptionists, and Modern Housekeepers.
- Based on the Maternity Ward as a Band 6 core team Midwife in charge of the 61 bedded ward which cares for antenatal women, postnatal women, and women having an induction of labour
- Have an oversight of all the women and staff on the ward, and to work closely with other areas within the hospital in particular PAU and Labour Ward to maintain bed flow.
- Excellent communication skills to work alongside the MDT team, including the obstetricians, neonatologist, Anaesthetist, physiotherapist, and Audiology.
- Knowledge of the clinical guidelines and support the staff with any changes that effect current practice.
- Good knowledge of Safeguarding, and work closely with the safeguarding team to ensure safety of vulnerable women and babies.
- Maintain stock levels including medicines and have regular communication with Pharmacy.
- You will be expected to escalate any concerns when necessary to the appropriate manager/matron and/or Consultant.
Closing date of applications: 12 November 2024
Interview date: 26 November 2024
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Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
If you are applying for an Internal Secondment, please ensure you have spoken to your line manager and have their support prior to your application. Please speak to the Recruitment Team if you have any questions.
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