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Antenatal Maternity Care Assistant | Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 29 May 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £22,383 per annum pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 June 2024 |
| Location: | Nottingham, NG5 1PB |
| Company: | Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6299523/164-6299523 |
Summary
The primary role of the Maternity Care Assistant (MCA) is to assist, support and work in collaboration with the midwife and the wider multidisciplinary team; in order to provide a safe and holistic approach to women centred care.
The midwife is ultimately responsible for the care of the pregnant woman, and it is under the direct or indirect supervision of the midwife that the MCA assists with and provides care following completion of any relevant or appropriate training. The post is based in Antenatal clinic however on occasions it may be necessary to move you to another clinical area to ensure a safe service . These settings include antenatal inpatient or outpatient care, intrapartum inpatient care and postnatal inpatient and outpatient care.
Undertake the tasks and duties of the role as delegated by the midwifery team.
Develop and maintain positive relationships respecting women, and their family’s wishes.
Provide woman centred care and support, reporting concerns or errors to a registered practitioner in a timely manner.
Recognise and work within the scope of the Maternity Care Assistants role.
Maintain patient and staff confidentiality at all times.
Work collaboratively as part of a team.
Use initiative in planning daily routines.
Promote a professional, welcoming and caring environment.
Have a positive attitude and consistently demonstrate the Trust’s values and behaviours
Undertake venepuncture after appropriate training.
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
The primary role of the Maternity Care Assistant (MCA) is to assist, support and work in collaboration with the midwife and the wider multidisciplinary team; in order to provide a safe and holistic approach to women centred care.
The midwife is ultimately responsible for the care of the pregnant woman, and it is under the direct or indirect supervision of the midwife that the MCA assists with and provides care following completion of any relevant or appropriate training. The post is based in Antenatal clinic however on occasions it may be necessary to move you to another clinical area to ensure a safe service . These settings include antenatal inpatient or outpatient care, intrapartum inpatient care and postnatal inpatient and outpatient care.
The post holder is expected to undertake a set of defined competencies. Support will be given to employees to further develop the skills and explore pathways for progression where appropriate. This job description is directly linked to The Maternity Support Worker Competency, Education and Career Development Framework set out by Health Education England (HEE).This may be particularly relevant to employees who are looking to progress and prepare them for entry into further study.
This advert closes on Sunday 9 Jun 2024