Rotational Midwife

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in the UK is seeking an experienced midwife to join their rotational pool of Band 6 Midwives. This role offers substantial development opportunities, making an impact in maternal care within a dynamic maternity unit. The ideal candidate should possess a Registered Midwife status and experience in various clinical settings. The position emphasizes teamwork, responsibility, and skill development while supporting mothers and their new-borns in a caring environment. Flexible working options and career progression are available.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible working

Staff recognition scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Season ticket loan

Qualifications

• 1 year post registration clinical experience working as a RM in the UK.
• Experience of working in all clinical settings.
• Mentorship experience as a Practice supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for their own midwifery practice maintaining high standards.
• Work effectively as a member of the multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate competence in clinical practice.

Skills

Intravenous cannulation

Perineal repair

Emergency resuscitation

IT skills including MS office, Excel and PowerPoint

Ability to apply research to practice

Education

Registered Midwife (NMC)

Educated to degree level

Assessor/mentorship course or full SSSA equivalent

Job description

Are you looking for a more dynamic midwifery role? Our 'Outstanding' rated Maternity Unit at Queen Charlottes and Chelsea Hospital are looking for an experienced midwife to join their rotational pool of Band 6 Midwives.

If you are a compassionate and skilled midwife looking to make a meaningful impact in maternal care, we want to hear from you. Join our dedicated team where you will thrive in a role supported by enthusiastic managers.

In this unique position, you won't be just another staff member -- you'll be a vital part of a caring and professional team, ensuring the best possible outcomes for mothers and their new-borns. This role is perfect for midwives eager to expand their skills and knowledge.

We offer substantial development opportunities, preparing you to handle complex situations with confidence and expertise.So if you are ready to make your mark on this fantastic opportunity in one of London's leading Trusts, please get in contact or apply within!

Main duties of the job

• The midwife is responsible and accountable for their own midwifery practice, maintaining high standards of care with evidence-based theory under pinning practice.
• Work as an effective member of the multidisciplinary team with a good understanding of the various roles to ensure appropriate referrals are made.
• Demonstrate competence in clinical practice and post registration study
• Intravenous cannulation
• Perineal repair
• Theatre skills, i.e., 'scrubbing' and 'running'
• Emergency resuscitation of mothers and babies
• Understanding and safely using / maintaining specialised equipment
• Leading care of women having low risk births
• To act as an advocate and support for parents

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Experience

• 1 year post registration clinical experience working as an RM in the UK
• Mentorship experience as Practice supervisor
• Experience of working in all clinical settings
• Experience with Neonatal IV administration and transitional care
• Involvement in quality improvement projects
• Experience in conducting audits.

Skills

• Able to demonstrate a working knowledge in standard setting and quality management
• Ability to apply research to practice
• IT skills including MS office, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experienced as take charge or shift lead
• Management of complaints/ Compliments
• Ability to demonstrate evidence of line management of non-registrant staff i.e. MSWs

Education

• Registered Midwife (NMC
• Educated to degree level in relevant subject area
• Examination of the New born (NIPE)
• Evidence of CPD
• Assessor/mentorship course or full SSSA equivalent

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.