Band 6 Periprem Midwife Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Walsall Council; Walsall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Walsall is seeking a skilled practitioner to lead the implementation of the Periprem Bundle. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with clinical governance standards, and advocating for vulnerable families. Join a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality patient care and continuous improvement in services.

Qualifications

• Skilled practitioner leading and supporting others in Periprem toolkit.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and professional conduct codes.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of Periprem Bundle.
• Work in partnership with management teams to achieve Trust objectives.
• Produce monthly summary reports on compliance and areas of learning.

Skills

Leadership

Effective Communication

Clinical Governance

Job description

Job Responsibilities

To support the implementation of all aspects of the Periprem Bundle.

Acting as a skilled practitioner, the post holder will lead and support others in undertaking aspects of the Periprem toolkit.

1. Work in partnership with the Neonatal and Maternity Management Teams to achieve Trust objectives associated with Periprem.
2. To acknowledge and act on all concerns raised, including investigating, escalating, and dealing with the concerns where appropriate. To share the learning outcomes of incidents and complaints with the appropriate teams and demonstrate changes in practice as a result of complaints and incidents to embed a culture of learning.
3. To support the embedding of multi-disciplinary clinical audit across Maternity and Neonates ensuring that patient care reflects the Trust and Care Groups Quality Strategy, and that it meets clinical governance standards.
4. Work closely with the Saving Babies Lives Lead Midwife to identify themes and champion innovation and communication to support.
5. Produce monthly summary reports on compliance, themes, changes in practice, and areas of learning incidents.
6. Develop and implement a system for communicating regularly to staff groups.
7. To act as an advocate in relation to babies and their families who are vulnerable or at risk from harm, neglect, or abuse.
8. To assess the effectiveness of current practice within Maternity Services and introduce innovations that lead to improved quality of care.

About Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is an integrated Trust and the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, serving a population of 284,300, providing inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital as well as a wide range of services in the community. The Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services under one roof. The £170 million development was completed in 2010, and ongoing upgrades include a state-of-the-art Critical Care Unit, Neonatal Unit, Obstetric Theatre, and Integrated Assessment Unit facilities.

A new Urgent Emergency Care Centre was opened in March 2023, significantly improving emergency care facilities and capacity, providing nearly 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.

Our Values and Expectations

• Prioritise People: Strive for excellence and innovation in delivering safe, high-quality patient care.
• Effective Communication: Utilise advanced communication skills in complex situations.
• Environment: Ensure a clean, safe, and well-maintained clinical environment, with staff responsible for cleanliness and escalation of issues.

Practice and Leadership

• Ensure care is delivered according to Trust procedures, guidelines, and policies.
• Create a motivated, supported, and engaged team environment.
• Establish effective working relationships within the multidisciplinary team to promote good communication and collaborative care.
• Promote family-centered care in partnership with families.
• Participate in relevant meetings and forums, ensuring effective communication and feedback.

Professional Standards and Data Management

• Ensure staff are aware of standards and receive timely feedback.
• Lead audits and investigations and manage data collection accurately.
• Undertake education and training to support governance.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and professional conduct codes.
• Maintain professional registration with the NMC and monitor staff registration status.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and support to the team, including appraisals.
• Manage resources effectively to ensure quality care.
• Lead and support the neonatal unit’s compliance with standards and policies.

This advert closes on Friday 23 May 2025.