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Birth Centre Co-ordinator

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Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

23d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching

AI generated summary

  • You need recent extensive midwifery experience, particularly on the Birth Centre, 24-hour cover availability, and the ability to support and educate junior staff while leading projects.
  • You will lead clinical management, offer senior advice, support staff education, ensure high-quality care, and oversee governance in the Birth Centre, covering 24/7 as needed.

Requirements

  • We are looking for an experienced Midwives, who have recent and extensive practice on the Birth Centre and also experience of all areas of Midwifery would be beneficial.
  • The role requires 24 hour cover, offering advice and management to hospital and community teams out of normal working hours.
  • The post holder will support the education and development of junior staff and students, and will be expected to lead on specific projects as required.
  • The post holder will contribute to the achievement of key performance indicators, targets and service developments relevant to area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

  • The Birth Centre Coordinator is responsible for clinical leadership and management of the Birth Centre, ensuring the provision of high quality evidence based care.
  • The role requires 24 hour cover, offering advice and management to hospital and community teams out of normal working hours.
  • To work closely with the Birth Centre Ward Leader, in reviewing working practices and ensuring the Birth Centre is offering up to date modern maternity care.
  • There is also responsibility to support with governance processes and supporting education of staff.
  • The post holder is directly responsible to the Ward Leader for the continuing clinical management, organisation and leadership of Chesterfield Birth Centre, in their absence.
  • The post holder will facilitate the provision of high quality, evidence based care and promote and support the ethos of midwife led intrapartum care.
  • The post holder will carry a bleep and ensure the provision of senior advice and guidance to all areas of the maternity service, throughout the twenty four hour period.
  • The post holder will support the education and development of junior staff and students, and will be expected to lead on specific projects as required.
  • The post holder will contribute to the achievement of key performance indicators, targets and service developments relevant to area of responsibility.

FAQs

What are the qualifications required for the Birth Centre Coordinator position?

Candidates should be experienced Midwives with recent and extensive practice in the Birth Centre, as well as experience in all areas of Midwifery.

What are the main responsibilities of the Birth Centre Coordinator?

The Birth Centre Coordinator is responsible for clinical leadership and management of the Birth Centre, ensuring high-quality evidence-based care, providing senior advice out of normal working hours, and supporting the education and development of junior staff and students.

Is the position full-time or part-time?

The position requires a 24-hour cover, indicating a full-time commitment.

Who does the Birth Centre Coordinator report to?

The post holder is directly responsible to the Ward Leader for the continuing clinical management and organisation of Chesterfield Birth Centre in their absence.

Does the role involve any educational responsibilities?

Yes, the role includes supporting the education and development of junior staff and students and leading on specific projects as required.

What is the patient population served by Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

The Trust serves a population of around 441,000 across several districts including Bolsover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Dales, North Amber Valley, High Peak, and North East Derbyshire.

How can I contact for more details or an informal visit?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Sophie Heaton, the Senior Matron Intrapartum Care, at sophie.heaton7@nhs.net.

What is the performance rating of Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

The Trust was recently rated “Good” by the CQC and currently operates with a positive financial surplus.

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Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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1984
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Mission & Purpose

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of acute and elective healthcare services to the people of Chesterfield and surrounding areas. Their mission is to deliver excellent, patient-centered care that improves health outcomes and quality of life. The Trust’s purpose is to ensure accessible, high-quality healthcare services that meet the needs of their community with compassion and professionalism.