The post holder is responsible for the co-ordination of Patient Safety across Maternity. The post holder will facilitate the management of the Inphase system, the risk register, coordinate reviews of incidents and collate and distribute learning from adverse events.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will contribute to responses to serious incidents and liaise closely with the complaints department, legal department and the patient safety team.
The post holder will implement and monitor the Maternity Clinical Risk Management Strategy in Women's Services in line with the Trust's Clinical Risk Management Strategy. They will take lead responsibility for working with the clinical staff to identify risks, review risk assessments, report risks appropriately, and ensure that necessary actions follow and that learning takes place.
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Midwife
* Experience as a Band 7 or equivalent
Skills
Essential
* Excellent communication skills
* Excellent organisational skills
* Experience of dealing with sensitive information in challenging circumstances
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
* Experience of undertaking RCAs
* Experience of managing difficult situations
* Experience of clinical work
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
cross site
Tunbridge Wells Hospital, Tonbridge Road,
Pembury
TN2 4QJ
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