The Fetal Monitoring Lead Midwife will work with the practice development midwife and others to monitor implement requirements of Saving Babies Lives care bundle undertaking regular audit.
The post holder will also be responsible for delivering a curriculum of fetal monitoring education to the multidisciplinary team
You will make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold and help innovate to keep thing moving . Everything we do centres around clinical care which means this role is pivotal and something to be proud of
An on call requirement is part of this post .
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
We are seeking a dedicated and motivated midwife to work as part of the maternity service training and development team as the lead midwife for fetal monitoring . The successful post holder will work alongside the obstetric lead consultant for fetal monitoring to lead in the delivery of fetal heart monitoring and audit within the maternity service.
You will assume the role of fetal monitoring lead, improving standards of fetal heart care within all care settings.
You will be required to act as role model demonstrating , clinical leadership and midwifery expertise at all times.
You will have continuing responsibility for ensuring that there is an ongoing programme of education for clinical staff within maternity services and this education is delivered in a suitable style to ensure that staff are provide up to date clinical care.
In addition you will be responsible for consolidating existing knowledge and skills , improving standards and appropriate management of care. Supporting and working with the maternity team, you will ensure that colleagues in fetal monitoring wellbeing are adequately supported clinically to develop a programme to facilitate the implementation of clinically based teaching to support improved birth outcomes.
You will develop and expand midwives competence in undertaking intermittent heart auscultation. Staff will be supported in enhancing their fetal monitoring skills aiming to work towards reducing, identifying,and escalating risk within clinical practice and work with the maternity team in the development of safety culture within the context of resource constraints and multiple conflicting priorities in relation to fetal monitoring.
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 9:00 to 17:00
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Kirsten Bowie, Practice Development Midwife on 01271 314189 or [email protected]
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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.
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North Devon District Hospital
Raleigh Park
Barnstaple
Devon
EX314JB
https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)