Staff Midwife

TN United Kingdom; Inverness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate midwives to join their dynamic team in the breathtaking Highlands. This full-time, permanent role at Raigmore Maternity Unit offers an exciting opportunity to provide person-centred midwifery care, ensuring safety and effectiveness in accordance with NHS policies. With a rotating schedule that includes days, nights, and weekends, you will play a pivotal role in supporting both patients and junior staff. Join a workforce committed to equality and diversity, where your contributions will help shape the future of maternity care in a stunning natural environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Midwife with clinical experience and degree-level education.
• Ability to provide safe, effective, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide midwifery care with a trauma-informed focus.
• Support junior team members in clinical care planning.

Skills

Midwifery Care

Communication Skills

Quality Improvement

Clinical Judgment

Education

Registered Midwife on NMC Register

Degree Level Education

Job description

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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

The Highlands offer a unique blend of urban convenience and access to breathtaking natural landscapes. Whether you enjoy outdoor pursuits or prefer city living, we have something to cater to everyone's needs.

We have an exciting opportunity for inspirational and motivated midwives to join our team.

This is a full-time, permanent position of 37 hours within Raigmore Maternity Unit, covering all aspects of midwifery care, with a rotating schedule of days, nights, and weekends. Part-time hours will also be considered.

The post holder will be a registered Midwife on the NMC Register, educated to degree level or equivalent, with relevant clinical experience. Responsibilities include providing safe, effective, person-centred care with a trauma-informed focus, in accordance with NHS Highland policies and procedures, while maintaining statutory requirements as per the NMC.

The successful candidate will communicate effectively, participate in quality improvement and assurance, and manage resources efficiently. They will support junior team members in assessing, planning, and implementing individualised clinical care, utilizing their clinical expertise and judgment.

Application Process

1. You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
2. DO NOT upload a CV as it will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
3. Applications close at midnight on the specified date.
4. For help with the application process, please visit: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
5. To view our accessibility statement, visit: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/
6. Ensure your email address is accurate, as all correspondence will be via email.
7. Check your email regularly, including junk folders, and monitor your Jobtrain account for updates.
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9. Once submitted, applications cannot be amended.
10. Some vacancies are for internal candidates only. If applicable, update your Jobtrain profile to reflect your employment status with NHS Highland.

NHS Highland is the largest of the 14 NHS Scotland regional boards, covering 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We strive to foster a positive culture aligned with our NHS and Social Care values:

Care and Compassion

Dignity and Respect

Openness, Honesty, and Responsibility

Quality and Teamwork

From 1 April 2024, NHS Scotland will reduce the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours without a change in pay. This adjustment will be pro-rated for part-time staff. The advert and subsequent employment offers will reflect this change. Some service areas may require temporary additional hours until new rosters are implemented. For questions, please contact the recruiting board.