Continuity of Care Team Midwife - London, United Kingdom - Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

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London, United Kingdom

5 days ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We're seeking a Continuity of Care Midwife to provide exceptional care for vulnerable women facing safeguarding concerns and moderate to severe mental health challenges.

As part of our team, you'll deliver high-quality, evidence-based care across the antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal stages.

Our approach centers on continuity of care, blending clinical excellence with emotional and psychological support to ensure every woman's needs are at the heart of our service.

Your role involves a mix of clinic and labour ward shifts (3 long days), offering you the unique opportunity to follow your patients throughout their pregnancy journey.

From antenatal care to labour and postnatal review, you'll be a constant pillar of support and expertise.

Collaboration is key here. You'll work alongside Obstetric Consultants, SHO, and Registrars, engaging in joint appointments and high-risk case discussions. This multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive care, addressing each woman's physical, social, and emotional complexities.

We're committed to your professional growth. Enjoy ample learning opportunities, regular supervision, and access to study days, safeguarding, and mental health meetings. You'll also collaborate closely with our local perinatal mental health service, enriching your expertise in this vital field.

Please note, you must have your NMC pin and experience working within the NHS to be considered for this post*As a Continuity of Care Team Midwife, you will support the operational delivery of safeguarding practice across the Trust. To adhere to national, regional and local legislation, policies and recommendations. To be confident in giving advice and support to staff in relation to maternity safeguarding by identifying risks and supporting staff to complete the appropriate referral to Children's Social Care (CSC).

To work in partnership with women and their families, GP, obstetrician and other agencies to ensure optimum care.

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of mothers and babies in accordance with the Trusts policies and guidelines.

Strive for continuity of care and informed client choice within the limitations of the service.

Facilitate the learning of midwifery skills through supervision, teaching and support.

Actively promote and encourage a healthy lifestyle, advising and arranging support for women as required.

Participate in pertinent information groups, facilitating preparation for childbirth and the postnatal period.

To provide support to the Band 7 Team Leader and other members of the team, and work closely with the safeguarding team.

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.

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.