This is a key role in delivering Quality improvement in the NHS. The post holder will have lead responsibility for the operational management of Clinical Governance/Risk Management to enable safe, effective practice and service delivery within the Maternity, neonatal and gynaecology department.
Instrumental in monitoring and supporting performance and local delivery of excellence in midwifery, nursing and clinical care. The post holder will work in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, to develop and implement future strategic direction and initiatives to ensure local families continue to receive high quality safe care.
The post holder will participate in the senior midwifery team on call rota
Interview date: TBC
1. To provide professional and managerial support to the Director of Midwifery in relation to Clinical Risk and Governance and patient safety
2. Responsibility for co-coordinating the day to day Maternity Clinical Governance and Risk Management, including reporting of incidents to MBBRACE
3. The post holder will be expected to provide specialist support and leadership to staff across the Directorate with regard to Risk Management and Clinical Governance
4. To co-ordinate and provide leadership support for any ‘Serious Incidents’ that occur across the Directorate and monitoring completion of actions
5. Take lead for monitoring effectiveness of Maternity Services and leading on any changes in service necessary to meet these requirements in conjunction with the Director of Midwifery/Divisional Manager and Clinical Director in relation to Maternity Services.
6. Proactively take responsibility for monitoring effectiveness of neonatal and gynaecology services and leading on any changes in service necessary to meet these requirements in conjunction with the Director of Midwifery/Divisional Manager and Clinical Director.
7. Oversight and management of the maternity screening team and leadership to ensure maintenance of national screening compliance
8. Responsibility for co-ordination of Clinical Audits within Maternity, gynaecology and neonatal in liaison with the Governance Department and clinical teams as required. To ensure that the audit is embedded in everyday practice and that a multi-disciplinary approach is actively encouraged.
9. Explore current practices to identify areas for development, planning the appropriate change using evidence based principles and evaluate the outcomes in line with the Trust’s Governance Strategy
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.
Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children’s Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.
Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we’re no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training. Croydon University Hospital plays an active role in training the clinicians of the future and works in partnership with major London universities
If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you’re looking for.
Please see job descriptions and personal specifications for full details of all responsibilities and descriptions for the role.
This advert closes on Thursday 30 Jan 2025