Maternity Risk & Incident Lead Midwife

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust; Walsall; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an innovative Midwife to join their dynamic maternity team. This role includes responsibilities in governance and risk management, supporting incident reviews, and ensuring safe midwifery practices. Candidates should possess current NMC registration and a degree level education, along with a minimum of 5 years' midwifery experience. The position emphasizes quality care and evidence-based practices, contributing to the best birth experience for women and families.

Qualifications

• Registered Midwife with Current NMC Registration.
• Degree level education.
• Practising midwife for a minimum of 5 years.
• Experience of participation in maternity manager on call rota.

Responsibilities

• Support the review of incidents, MNSI data, and other maternity incidents.
• Monitor incidents and present key performance indicators.
• Participate in the maternity manager on call rota.

Skills

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal relationship skills

Understanding of risk management and governance agenda

Excellent presentation skills

Knowledge of clinical governance and external review processes

Education

Registered Midwife with Current NMC Registration

Degree level education

Masters or equivalent experience

Evidence of continuous professional development

Tools

Incident reporting systems (e.g., Datix/Safeguard)

Job description

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an innovative Midwife to join their dynamic maternity team. This role includes responsibilities in governance and risk management, supporting incident reviews, and ensuring safe midwifery practices. Candidates should possess current NMC registration and a degree level education, along with a minimum of 5 years' midwifery experience. The position emphasizes quality care and evidence-based practices, contributing to the best birth experience for women and families.