Description
We are seeking an experienced, dynamic midwife to coordinate and lead shifts on our Delivery Suite & Triage, working collaboratively within the multi-disciplinary team and management to provide high-standard, safe, women-centred care.
The role involves coordinating shifts on the labour ward & triage, assessing acuity, prioritizing and delegating appropriately, being mindful of skill mix and other unit pressures, escalating concerns as required.
The postholder will need a high level of clinical experience and must act as a role model and supervisor to junior staff and students and set the tone for a healthy and safe work culture.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating shifts on the labour ward & triage
- Assessing acuity and prioritizing tasks
- Delegating tasks effectively
- Escalating concerns as required
- Acting as a role model and supervisor to junior staff and students
Requirements:
- Registered Midwife
- Educated to degree level or equivalent with evidence of further professional development
- Mentorship Qualification
- Evidence of significant experience in midwifery practice and leadership
- Expert knowledge of midwifery, caring for women in the acute labour ward and maternity triage, interpretation of CTG readings, and intermittent auscultation of the fetal heart.
- Demonstrable leadership skills, organization, management skills & team building skills
- Ability to influence, motivate and inspire others
- Negotiating and ability to resolve conflict
- Ability to manage change
- Articulate with advanced written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to network across the organization and externally
Benefits:
- Competitive salary: £55,524 to £62,652 per annum
- Permanent contract
- Part-time, flexible working
Equal Opportunities:
- 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.