Maternity Support Worker

Working under the direction of a registrant, participate fully in the delivery of planned midwifery care, within the boundaries of your role which may include chaperoning of patients, escorting/ transferring of patients and providing 1-1 or group enhanced care. Provide leadership and supervision as required to Health Care Support workers, delegating tasks as appropriate. To provide a range of clinical duties such as observations, phlebotomy. This list is not exhaustive and is described in the competency package. Have the ability to organise their own daily workload, when delegated. Work flexibly following procedures, guidelines and best working practices within a confidential environment. To provide additional support for women and families with complex clinical or social needs either in community/hospital setting. To support and assist women to achieve successful infant feeding in accordance with the local policies and guidelines, giving clear and consistent information. To actively be
involved in health promotion; Smoking cessation. Reducing obesity. Breast feeding/infant feeding. Supporting mother and baby interaction. Supporting women with mental ill health. To escalate concerns regarding the care of women, babies, and families to the midwife. Assist in ensuring all patients receive a high standard of personal hygiene whilst on the ward/department. Assist in ensuring patients receive adequate hydration and nutrition. To establish and maintain good interpersonal skills and communicate between team members women and families. Be aware of the needs of patients in relation to their privacy and dignity and with regard to different cultures and religious beliefs. Create and maintain a safe, clean environment for patients and visitors. Be flexible and willing to undertake additional training to meet changing service needs. Report any concerns to the midwife in charge or the Matron. Assist team members in the event of obstetric emergency /cardiac arrest / resuscitation
under the direct supervision of midwives and medical staff. Maintain clear, accurate, legible and timely written documentation in Women and Baby notes medical records as appropriate. Retrieve and store results from investigations e.g. Blood results by using telephone, fax machines, computers or in person. Adhering to the data protection act. Assist with consultation and examinations as required, within your sphere of practice. Collection of specimens and accurate labelling. Discard / dispatch / transport of specimens safely. Escort and direct patients to and from other areas. Participate in general cleaning and housekeeping duties, including handling and disposal of soiled and infected linen. Observing infection control policies with regard to hand washing and safe disposal of sharps.