Being a midwife started to be my desire a few years back but looking and caring for those vulnerable was an ability that has been a part of me since early age. I am aware that this is not enough for this job and I want the opportunity to train so I can support, empower and provide women centered care that promotes not only safety but also informed and unbiased choice. Training for the Health and Social Care NVQ certificate and diploma in the workplace made me aware how to deliver an excellent level of care, develop a clear understanding of my role and also to create a healthy environment for myself and those who I care for. Over this course I have become competent with many skills: good communication and observation, handling information, safe care,
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Being a healthcare assistant taught me to prioritize and be flexible in my work due to unpredictable nature of job. I have enjoyed the fact that no two shifts were the same and look forward for this challenge in midwifery.
Reading journals and books related to the field gave me an ample overview about midwifery.
`Journal of a student midwife`, `Myles textbook for midwives`, SMNET and MIDIRS website helped me develop a better understanding about this career not only that is rewarding but also physically and emotionally demanding. One of my specialist subject interest is `Language barriers and their effect on outcomes`, as a lot of women does not speak English. Birthright organisation stated that language barriers can lead to a poorer quality care and are challenging for the healthcare professionals. In obstetrical and gynecology where emergencies are common and urgent consent is required an interpreter might not be there on time. I speak
Romanian and feel I can be very useful in my local community as a midwife.
I realise that midwifery is a very competitive career to enter and I would like the chance
Being a healthcare assistant taught me to prioritize and be flexible in my work due to unpredictable nature of job. I have enjoyed the fact that no two shifts were the same and look forward for this challenge in midwifery.
Reading journals and books related to the field gave me an ample overview about midwifery.
`Journal of a student midwife`, `Myles textbook for midwives`, SMNET and MIDIRS website helped me develop a better understanding about this career not only that is rewarding but also physically and emotionally demanding. One of my specialist subject interest is `Language barriers and their effect on outcomes`, as a lot of women does not speak English. Birthright organisation stated that language barriers can lead to a poorer quality care and are challenging for the healthcare professionals. In obstetrical and gynecology where emergencies are common and urgent consent is required an interpreter might not be there on time. I speak
Romanian and feel I can be very useful in my local community as a midwife.
I realise that midwifery is a very competitive career to enter and I would like the chance