Position: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Wakefield, WF1 4DG, UK
Company: NHS Jobs
Job Description/Overview:
As a Maternity Support Worker, you will work under the supervision of a registered midwife and participate in delivering planned midwifery care. Your role will involve providing clinical support, assisting with patient care, and supporting women and families with complex clinical or social needs in both community and hospital settings.
Key Responsibilities:
– Patient Care:
– Provide 1-to-1 or group enhanced care, chaperoning and escorting patients.
– Assist women in achieving successful infant feeding according to local policies.
– Promote health initiatives including smoking cessation, obesity reduction, and breastfeeding support.
– Assist in ensuring patients receive personal hygiene, hydration, and nutrition.
– Medical Support:
– Perform clinical duties such as observations and phlebotomy.
– Assist in obstetric emergencies, cardiac arrests, and resuscitation under midwife and medical staff supervision.
– Assist with specimen collection and accurate labelling for laboratory tests.
– Communication:
– Escalate concerns regarding patient care to the midwife or Matron.
– Maintain clear and accurate documentation in Women and Baby notes and medical records.
– Establish effective communication with team members, patients, and their families, respecting cultural and religious beliefs.
– Environmental Support:
– Create and maintain a safe, clean environment for patients and visitors.
– Participate in general cleaning, housekeeping duties, and infection control policies (e.g., handwashing and safe disposal of sharps).
Qualifications:
– Experience in a healthcare setting, with the ability to perform clinical tasks such as phlebotomy.
– Understanding of privacy, dignity, and patient confidentiality in a healthcare environment.
Experience:
Previous experience in maternity or healthcare support is required.
Skills:
– Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
– Ability to follow procedures, guidelines, and best practices while maintaining confidentiality.
How to Apply:
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, permanent role located in Wakefield, UK.
Who can Apply:
Applicants with relevant healthcare experience and a passion for maternity care are encouraged to apply.
Email: resourcing.team@nhs.net
Job Link
https://findajob.dwp.gov.uk/details/15306311
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