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Claire  Ellis

Claire Ellis

Ruislip,Middlesex

Summary

Midwifery professional with over 25 years of experience, demonstrating exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills. Extensive knowledge of midwifery practices and patient care. Seeking to transition into retirement while leveraging a wealth of expertise in the field.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Bank Midwife

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
Isleworth, Middlesex
09.2022 - Current

Stepped down from previous position to pursue retirement plans.
Provided support to community midwifery teams through outreach antenatal clinics.
Managed pregnancy booking appointments for expectant mothers.

Antenatal Clinic coordinator

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
Isleworth, Middlesex
11.2017 - 07.2022

Took responsibility for the smooth running of the Antenatal Clinic, including room allocation, equipment maintenance and daily checks of emergency equipment. Managed and supported staff within the clinic to ensure services were managed and delivered safely, to a high standard and within budget.

Community Midwife (Team Leader)

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
Isleworth, Hounslow
11.2011 - 11.2017

Managed a team of midwives, coordinating booking appointments and antenatal clinics.
Facilitated discussions on birthing choices to empower expectant parents.
Delivered postnatal care across local communities, GP surgeries, and homes.
Provided on-call support for home confinements and assisted at the birth centre.

Antenatal Ward Manager

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
Isleworth, Hounslow
09.2006 - 10.2011

Delivered antenatal care, including clinical examinations and screenings for complex pregnancies.
Monitored and supported women and partners throughout the antenatal process.
Managed midwifery practice in accordance with local policies within antenatal ward.
Led and oversaw a team to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.

Community Midwife

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
Isleworth, Hounslow
06.2004 - 08.2006

Facilitated partnership with expectant parents, GPs, and obstetricians to deliver comprehensive care.
Maintained meticulous records of patient interactions and outcomes.
Provided vital health education to women and their partners.

Bank Midwife

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
Isleworth, Hounslow
01.2002 - 05.2004

Delivered comprehensive care to clients during intrapartum period.
Liaised effectively with senior midwives and obstetricians to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Mentored degree student midwives and medical students, enhancing educational development.
Performed advanced procedures such as venepuncture and suturing as needed.

Registered Midwife

Kareena Private Hospital
Sydney, Australia, New South Wales
10.1999 - 01.2002

Provided care to clients in the intrapartum and postnatal periods. Liaised closely with visiting medical officers and anesthetists. Provided antenatal education to expectant patents. Took charge of the delivery suite and postnatal ward as required.

Community Midwife

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
Isleworth, Hounslow
06.1997 - 12.1999

Returned to West Middlesex Hospital to continue my professional development having enjoyed working at sea and gaining some experience in occupational health

Occupational Health Nurse Advisor

Central and Northwest London NHS Trust
London, London
11.1996 - 05.1997

Implemented occupational health services for staff within business contracts.
Championed health awareness campaigns to foster a healthier workplace environment.
Liaised with personnel managers, infection control teams, trade unions, and associated professionals.

Seagoing Nursing Officer (QE2)

Cunard Lines Ltd
Southampton, Southampton
05.1995 - 10.1996

Helped to provide a 24 hr medical facility to passengers and crew, taking charge of the ships hospital when necessary. Carried out bookkeeping and invoicing of medical accounts. Took charge of the stretcher party in emergencies.

Midwife

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
Isleworth, Hounslow
09.1993 - 05.1995

Consolidated my midwifery training, supporting women in achieving a positive birthing experience.

Education

RGN - Nursing

Brentwood School of Nursing
Essex
11.1983 - 01.1986

Registered Midwife - Midwifery

Queen Charlottes College of Midwifery
London
03.1992 - 09.1993

Skills

Teaching and assessing in clinical practice

Dawes Redman fetal monitoring

Conflict resolution

Multidisciplinary and obstetric and midwifery simulation study day

Timeline

Bank Midwife

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
09.2022 - Current

Antenatal Clinic coordinator

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
11.2017 - 07.2022

Community Midwife (Team Leader)

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
11.2011 - 11.2017

Antenatal Ward Manager

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
09.2006 - 10.2011

Community Midwife

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
06.2004 - 08.2006

Bank Midwife

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
01.2002 - 05.2004

Registered Midwife

Kareena Private Hospital
10.1999 - 01.2002

Community Midwife

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
06.1997 - 12.1999

Occupational Health Nurse Advisor

Central and Northwest London NHS Trust
11.1996 - 05.1997

Seagoing Nursing Officer (QE2)

Cunard Lines Ltd
05.1995 - 10.1996

Midwife

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust
09.1993 - 05.1995

Registered Midwife - Midwifery

Queen Charlottes College of Midwifery
03.1992 - 09.1993

RGN - Nursing

Brentwood School of Nursing
11.1983 - 01.1986
Claire Ellis