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Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner, Shoreham-by-Sea
Client:
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Location:
Shoreham-by-Sea, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:
3567fd505bdf
Job Views:
10
Posted:
28.04.2025
Expiry Date:
12.06.2025
Job Description:
Job overview
****** THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST EMPLOYEES ******
This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference to women and their families. Join our highly motivated Midwifery team in West Sussex, committed to high-quality, woman-centred care.
We seek self-motivated, professional midwives with excellent communication skills to join our proactive team. If you are interested and meet the requirements, please apply today!
All posts include shift work (including nights) and on-call duties. Successful applicants will receive comprehensive orientation and support.
Main duties of the job
* Provide high standard of Midwifery care in both Acute and Primary Care Settings.
* Supervise, care, and advise women during pregnancy, labour, and postpartum, including conducting deliveries.
* Work autonomously following NMC and Trust guidelines.
* Participate in professional development and preceptorship.
* Communicate effectively and support team coordination.
Working for our organisation
UHSussex values diversity, inclusion, and learning. We offer support networks, wellbeing programs, and career development opportunities. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We are committed to compassionate care and staff wellbeing, aiming to create a supportive environment for all.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Communications and Relationship skills
* Establish and maintain relationships with women, families, and multidisciplinary team.
* Motivate, negotiate, and train others.
* Communicate sensitively, especially when delivering difficult news.
* Provide counselling and reassurance, referring barriers or difficulties.
* Empower women to make informed choices and advocate as needed.
* Engage with child protection issues appropriately.
Analytical and Judgemental skills
* Expertise in physiological birth.
* Care for women with complex needs in partnership with the team.
* Plan and implement individualised care, advocating for women.
* Recognise deviations from normal, risk assess, and report.
* Take appropriate emergency actions.
Planning and Organisational skills
* Understand departmental and organisational roles.
* Support daily operations of the Maternity Department.
* Prioritise workload effectively.
* Mentor junior colleagues and students.
Policy and Service Development Implementation
* Participate in quality assurance and safety activities.
* Support team members and monitor quality.
* Contribute to service improvements.
Financial and Physical Development
* Use resources responsibly.
* Maintain stock and equipment levels.
Human Resources
* Manage own caseload.
* Engage in professional development and appraisals.
* Support students and junior staff.
Information Resources
* Accurately record data.
* Maintain confidentiality.
Research and Development
* Contribute to departmental research and stay updated with evidence-based practices.
Professional
* Maintain registration and work within competence and standards.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Registered Midwife
* Degree level education or relevant experience
* Evidence of ongoing professional development
Knowledge & Experience
* K2 CTG or working towards
* Caring for high-risk women
* Facilitation of water and home births
* Perineal repair
* Current driving license
Human Resources
* Support colleagues and share information and training.
* Maintain CPD and professional portfolio.
Information Resources/IT
* Basic IT skills
* Experience with IT systems in an Acute Trust
Research and Development
* Implement evidence-based practice
Personal qualities and attributes
* Team worker, articulate, self-starter, autonomous
* Available for on-call duties
* Willing to work shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays
* Professional and friendly
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
* Champion diversity and undertake development to understand equality issues.
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working: Discuss options with the line manager.
DBS Checks: Conducted for roles eligible for criminal record checks. Offers made under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Sponsorship available for eligible applicants. Visit gov.uk for details.
Closing early: Apply early; roles may close sooner if interest is high.
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