Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) is the biggest employer in Nottingham with over 19,000 staff
Maternity Tobacco Dependence Support Advisor
Band 4
Main area Tobacco Dependence Grade Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 164-6968286
Site QMC Town Nottingham Closing 23/03/2025 23:59
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NUH Maternity Tobacco Dependence service for a Tobacco dependence support advisor, enthused about all aspects of tobacco dependency and seeking to enhance and develop skills in this field.
The Maternity Tobacco Dependence Support Advisor will be part of the NUH Tobacco Dependence service. This has been established to meet the NHS Long Term plan requirement to offer NHS funded tobacco dependence treatment to all inpatients and pregnant individuals identified as smokers. Smoking during pregnancy is often heavily demonised and stigmatised, which can make it challenging to have open and supportive conversations with pregnant individuals who smoke. The post holder will work within our existing friendly maternity tobacco dependence team to provide targeted smoking cessation support throughout pregnancy and the post natal period.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated team member who wants to provide the best possible outcome for their patients.
The main duties of the role will involve providing behavioural support, using interventions such as CO monitoring, and advising on and facilitating access to Nicotine replacement therapy and other stop smoking aids as appropriate to pregnant individuals identified as smokers. The post holder will develop individual tobacco treatment programmes for pregnant individuals and signpost partners and other family members to local stop smoking services. The post holder will be responsible for creating a safe, non-judgemental environment, focusing on the health risks to both the mother and the baby while offering practical support and resources to help the individual quit. Encouraging individuals to enable them to be empowered to make healthier choices by demonstrating kindness and compassion.
The post holder will work closely and effectively with ward and maternity staff across NUH, the local stop smoking services in the community and other key stakeholders as appropriate.
The post holder is required to have registered with the National Centre for Smoking Cessation and Training and have completed/be in the process of completing the Practitioner training along with the Pregnancy and Mental Health Modules.
Working for our organisation
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.
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
1. Provide tobacco treatment advice and behavioural support to pregnant individuals identified as smokers at booking, working within recommended and evidence based protocols and guidelines.
2. Conduct highly sensitive and complex conversations to guide and support individuals in managing their tobacco dependency whilst pregnant and post natally.
3. Support the Tobacco Dependency Service operationally in line with NICE and other local and national guidelines.
4. Support with integrating tobacco dependency treatment as part of routine care in maternity services at NUH.
5. Manage incoming referrals to the in house Maternity Tobacco Dependency Service.
6. Manage outgoing referrals to local community stop smoking providers.
7. Work within a variety of settings – e.g. remotely, in clinic or ward setting, possibility of community locations.
8. Assess the needs of pregnant individuals and develop a tobacco treatment programme which is evaluated and implemented as appropriate.
9. Ensure tobacco dependency treatment is in place for pregnant individuals and follow up patients at set time periods following intervention at booking.
10. Ensure all data required is captured for monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
11. Ensure smoking status and treatment plans are inputted correctly on patient records and information is communicated to all appropriate services.
12. Communicate regularly with the Tobacco dependence team and appropriate colleagues in maternity to highlight updates and issues to ensure the service runs smoothly.
13. Support with raising awareness to ward staff and maternity staff, on reducing harm from tobacco, Carbon monoxide monitoring and promoting the smokefree site policy.
14. Highlight any inequalities or barriers in accessing tobacco dependence support.
15. Collaborate across the Nottinghamshire and Nottingham Integrated Care Board, including community stop smoking services.
16. Plan, organise and make decisions on own workload.
17. Develop knowledge and keep updated of relevant national/local strategies.
18. Refer to the Safeguarding team when issues such as domestic abuse arise.
Person specification
Training & Qualifications
* GCSE level English and Mathematics or equivalent.
* NVQ level 3/4 or equivalent health related studies OR substantial successful experience delivering stop smoking interventions/support.
* Smoking Cessation Training level 2/NCSCT completed/in process of completion.
* Willingness to undertake further qualification relevant to the role.
* Experience of working in a hospital setting.
* Experience of working with pregnant women and their partners.
Experience
* Previous experience of providing advice and support on a one to one and group basis to enable a behaviour change.
* Experience of facilitating client centred behaviour change programmes.
* Understanding of current issues and practice relating to tobacco use and smoking cessation.
* Effective use of record keeping and monitoring systems.
* Working collaboratively within a team to achieve common goals.
* Previous experience in a healthcare setting.
* Previous experience of counselling/motivational interviewing.
* Experience of using clinical systems.
* Experience of facilitating multi agency collaboration and ability to work with all levels of staff to develop effective networks and alliances.
* Understanding of theories and models related to smoking cessation.
Communication and relationship skills
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
* Ability to work on own and as part of a team.
* Ability to understand how role fits into the organisation and align with this.
* Computer literate, experience of using Microsoft Office software.
* Ability to conduct highly sensitive and complex conversations in a non-judgemental manner.
* Sensitive handling if someone discloses domestic abuse.
* Ability to remain calm when handling difficult conversations.
* Ability to communicate at all levels and tailoring communication according to skill levels or the needs of an individual.
Analytical and Judgement skills
* Awareness of confidentiality when dealing with staff/patient information.
* Basic understanding of Principles of health and promotion theory and practice.
* Understanding of monitoring and evaluation for service improvement.
* Understanding of safeguarding principles and knowledge of raising safeguarding concerns.
Planning and Organisation skills
* Good organisational and time management skills.
* Able to work to strict deadlines and on own initiative.
* Possess a flexible attitude towards work.
Other requirements specific to the role
* Prepared to work at both QMC, City and community sites, as well as remote working.
* Fully supportive of Trust’s smokefree policy acting as a smokefree champion.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
* Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s “We are here for you” behavioural standards.
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