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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • London
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You will lead a Home Birth Team, provide expert clinical care, manage resources, ensure high standards, support staff, liaise with leadership, and implement policies and guidelines.
  • You will lead a Home Birth Team, provide expert clinical care, manage resources, support staff, and ensure high-quality service delivery while collaborating with the wider healthcare team.

Requirements

  • Establish and lead a dedicated Home Birth Team that will provide all aspects of care to women who choose home birth as their place of birth.
  • To function as an expert clinical practitioner within their designated clinical area.
  • To deliver direct patient care whilst managing, leading, coordinating and overseeing midwifery practice within the Home Birth Team.
  • The postholder will be responsible for ensuring there is 24 hour cover, with continuing responsibility for the co-ordination and monitoring of all clinical activities within their designated clinical areas.
  • To ensure that there is efficient and effective utilisation of all resources required to deliver optimum quality care to their client group, in accordance with NMC, Trust and local policies.
  • The postholder will deputise for the Senior Leadership Team in their absence, driving forward evidence based practice and taking responsibility for the support and guidance of staff and the policies and practices that operate within their clinical area.
  • Liaise Closely with Director of Midwifery and the Senior Leadership team.
  • To maintain a high standard of midwifery care through assessing, planning, implementation and evaluating the needs of all women and pregnant people to ensure safe effective high quality care.
  • To be responsible for the management of their clinical area/defined workload, effectively leading, motivating, supporting and directing staff to ensure that the client receives a high standard of care and that time and resources are managed through effective teamwork.
  • To ensure that staff have a clear understanding of their duties and responsibilities and of the standards of performance and conduct expected of them.
  • To deputise for Senior Leadership Team and represent the Women and Children’s Division as required.
  • Participate in on-site maternity bleep and off-site management rotas for the Women and Children’s Division.
  • To work with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that an appropriate managerial and professional infrastructure is in place to support the delivery of services and functional requirements within their clinical area.
  • To work with all members of the multi-professional team to develop services that meet organisational and contractual requirements.
  • To contribute and positively influence the total client experience.
  • Formulate, review and implement clinical policies and guidelines within the area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and lead a dedicated Home Birth Team that will provide all aspects of care to women who choose home birth as their place of birth.
  • To function as an expert clinical practitioner within their designated clinical area.
  • To deliver direct patient care whilst managing, leading, coordinating and overseeing midwifery practice within the Home Birth Team.
  • The postholder will be responsible for ensuring there is 24 hour cover, with continuing responsibility for the co-ordination and monitoring of all clinical activities within their designated clinical areas.
  • To ensure that there is efficient and effective utilisation of all resources required to deliver optimum quality care to their client group, in accordance with NMC, Trust and local policies.
  • The postholder will deputise for the Senior Leadership Team in their absence, driving forward evidence based practice and taking responsibility for the support and guidance of staff and the policies and practices that operate within their clinical area.
  • Liaise Closely with Director of Midwifery and the Senior Leadership team.
  • To maintain a high standard of midwifery care through assessing, planning, implementation and evaluating the needs of all women and pregnant people to ensure safe effective high quality care. Working closely with the Consultant Midwife, and wider MDT / SLT as required.
  • To be responsible for the management of their clinical area/defined workload, effectively leading, motivating, supporting and directing staff to ensure that the client receives a high standard of care and that time and resources are managed through effective teamwork.
  • To ensure that staff have a clear understanding of their duties and responsibilities and of the standards of performance and conduct expected of them.
  • To deputise for Senior Leadership Team and represent the Women and Children’s Division as required. Participate in on-site maternity bleep and off-site management rotas for the Women and Children’s Division.
  • To work with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that an appropriate managerial and professional infrastructure is in place to support the delivery of services and functional requirements within their clinical area.
  • To work with all members of the multi-professional team to develop services that meet organisational and contractual requirements.
  • To contribute and positively influence the total client experience.
  • Formulate, review and implement clinical policies and guidelines within the area of responsibility.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Home Birth Team Leader?

The primary responsibility of the Home Birth Team Leader is to establish and lead a dedicated Home Birth Team that provides all aspects of care to women who choose home birth, while also ensuring the coordination and monitoring of all clinical activities within their designated clinical area.

Who will the Home Birth Team Leader liaise with?

The Home Birth Team Leader will liaise closely with the Director of Midwifery and the Senior Leadership Team.

What qualifications or experience are necessary for this role?

The role requires the postholder to be an expert clinical practitioner in midwifery, with experience in leading, coordinating, and overseeing midwifery practice.

What are the working hours for this position?

The Home Birth Team Leader will ensure 24-hour cover, which may include participating in on-site maternity bleep and off-site management rotas for the Women and Children’s Division.

How does the Home Birth Team Leader contribute to patient care?

The Home Birth Team Leader contributes by maintaining a high standard of midwifery care through assessing, planning, implementation, and evaluating the needs of women and pregnant people to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality care.

Will the Home Birth Team Leader be involved in policy formulation?

Yes, the Home Birth Team Leader will formulate, review, and implement clinical policies and guidelines within their area of responsibility.

What is the vision of The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust?

The vision is "To provide excellent care for the communities we serve," which reflects the organization's commitment to high-quality care.

What values guide the organization?

The core values guiding the organization are Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted.

Is there an opportunity for professional development in this position?

Yes, the role involves working with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure appropriate managerial and professional infrastructure, which supports service delivery and functional requirements, promoting opportunities for professional development.

How does the Home Birth Team Leader ensure effective teamwork?

The Home Birth Team Leader effectively leads, motivates, supports, and directs staff to ensure that the client receives a high standard of care and that time and resources are managed efficiently through teamwork.

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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Science & Healthcare
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5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is the main provider of acute hospital services for half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales. The Trust runs the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in Shrewsbury.