Emma Willoughby
Dagenham,Essex
Summary
A highly motivated professional with extensive experience in all aspects of midwifery. I pride myself on having excellent communication and organisational skills and demonstrates proficiency in report writing, public speaking, and digital and IT skills. I am a conscientious and diligent person committed to maintaining high standards in all endeavours.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
30
30
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Labour Ward Co-Ordinator
North Middlesex University Hospital
London
2019.04 - Current
- Exhibits high-level clinical proficiency in antenatal, intrapartum, postnatal and HDU care.
- Ensures safe care through evidence-based practice.
- Supports and leads the team in complex and challenging clinical situations in the birthing environment.
- Demonstrates professional behaviours and leadership skills aligned with NMC standards while serving as a role model for staff.
- Ensures the safety of women and their babies by liaising with other areas within the department and engaging with the multidisciplinary team.
- Utilises digital and written platforms in order to maintain accurate , timely and effective provision of care.
- Oversaw risk management through staff training implementation, digital learning facilitation, active participation in risk meetings and involvement in investigations.
- Cultivates reflective practices and support systems for junior staff.
Practice Development Midwife/Junior Lecturer
London Southbank University/BHRUT
Romford/London
2018.01 - 2019.04
- Facilitating support for newly qualified, existing, and internationally educated midwives while identifying training needs and ensuring adherence to NMC standards and local guidelines.
- Coordinated "skills and drills" within clinical area to uphold high standards of care and fulfil CNST requirements.
- Compiled detailed reports and contributed to investigations related to midwives' fitness to practice under the NMC.
- Nurtured future midwives by presenting comprehensive lectures on midwifery, concentrating on pharmacology, management of obstetric emergencies via simulation and theory and clinical competencies.
- Well developed understanding of midwifery knowledge and theory.
- Delivered pastoral support to midwives and students.
Band 6 Rotational Midwife
Barking, Havering & Redbridge University Trust
Romford, Essex
2013.11 - 2019.04
- Provided care and support for women and their families in the antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal period.
- Rotated between antenatal triage, antenatal clinic, antenatal ward, labour ward, postnatal ward, midwifery led birthing centre and community.
- Provided referrals and engaged with outside organisations such as social services, local councils, health visitors etc to ensure comprehensive and safe care for women and babies.
- Acquired proficiency in supporting high-risk and low-risk women through all stages of pregnancy.
- Worked closely with the multi-disciplinary team including obstetricians, anaesthetists and neonatologists, nurses etc.
Foetal Medicine Midwife - 1 Year Secondment
Barking, Havering & Redbridge University Trust
Romford, Essex
2015.01 - 2015.12
- Counselled and supported families of the unborn child with suspected abnormalities, referring to specialists and supportive organisations.
- Worked closely with Foetal Medicine consultants, assisting with detailed USS and clinical procedures.
- Co-ordinated the care of pregnant women diagnosed with foetal abnormalities.
- Involved in the trial and implementation of the new non-invasive prenatal screening programme.
Education
Bachelor of Science (hons) - Midwifery
London Southbank University
London 2010.09 - 2013.06
Access to Health Care - Health and Social Care
Havering College
Romford 2009.09 - 2010.07
GNVQ Level 3 - Leisure & Tourism
Havering Sixth Form College
Romford 1998.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs -
Frances Bardsley School for Girls
Romford 1993.09 - 1998.07
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience in report writing
- Confident in public speaking
- Extensive experience in collaborative working and being an engaging member of the multidisciplinary team
- Work well with families and organisations
- Digital and IT skills
- Self motivated, able to work independently and as part of the wider team
- Work within legal and ethical guidelines and frameworks
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Reading
- Yoga/Mindfulness
Timeline
Labour Ward Co-Ordinator
North Middlesex University Hospital
2019.04 - Current
Practice Development Midwife/Junior Lecturer
London Southbank University/BHRUT
2018.01 - 2019.04
Foetal Medicine Midwife - 1 Year Secondment
Barking, Havering & Redbridge University Trust
2015.01 - 2015.12
Band 6 Rotational Midwife
Barking, Havering & Redbridge University Trust
2013.11 - 2019.04
Bachelor of Science (hons) - Midwifery
London Southbank University
2010.09 - 2013.06
Access to Health Care - Health and Social Care
Havering College
2009.09 - 2010.07
GNVQ Level 3 - Leisure & Tourism
Havering Sixth Form College
1998.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs -
Frances Bardsley School for Girls
1993.09 - 1998.07