MidwifeNHS
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 5Midwife to join Harrogate Maternity Unit.
We are seeking highly motivated individuals to contribute and develop the delivery of high quality, evidence-based midwifery. We have a thorough and supportive Preceptorship Programme for Newly Qualified Midwives which includes a rotation through the whole service including Community Midwifery.
Main duties of the job
The maternity department is responsible for providing all care to pregnant women and support for their families throughout the pregnancy and birth continuum. The department includes hospital and community based midwifery services.
Maternity Services provide care to pregnant women from the Harrogate and surrounding area including women out of area who choose to birth at Harrogate.
Job description
The practitioner is expected to ensure that their own clinical practice and that of the other staff on each shift, within the area of practice is of a safe standard and in accordance with the unit policies.
For more information please see the job description attached.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference and Team of the Month Awards plus the Christmas Oscars.
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.