Role Summary
The Triage Lead Midwife will be responsible for the effective day-to-day operational management of the Triage area. The post holder will be a key member of the maternity team with responsibility and accountability for managing the Triage team. They are expected to work closely with other Clinical Midwifery Managers, Midwives, Nurses, and the senior midwifery/nursing team to ensure equality in the service across the Trust.
About the Role
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More details about the role
Triage is a 2-bedded area with an average of 0 attendees annually. Each shift is supported by 1 midwife and 1 maternity support worker. The post holder will have responsibilities including team appraisal, 1-1 meetings, and rostering.
The post holder is expected to work clinically, undertake management tasks, and be responsible for the development of the service. They may also be required to work in other areas as directed by the line manager to meet service needs. Participation in maternity on-call duties is also expected.
Working Pattern: Working over 7 days, days 0-0 and nights 0-0.
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For further information, please contact: Dawn Henry, Clinical Matron, Northern Service
Inclusion Statement: As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
Note: The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over X staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our services cover more than X square miles and serve a population of over X people. We provide emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). We also offer integrated health and social care services, primary care, specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment and strong links to universities enable us to be at the forefront of research and innovation, providing world-class care.
Our values are central to our work. We aim to support our staff with flexible working, family-friendly policies, and professional development opportunities, including funding for qualifications and CPD.
Benefits include staff discounts, salary sacrifice schemes, NHS pension, cycle-to-work, and more. If interested, we would love to hear from you.
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