Ali works as Maternity Support Worker. Whilst attending a birth on a labour ward during a very busy period when staffing levels: Health and Social Care Provision Assignment, UU, UK

Question 1:

Ali works as Maternity Support Worker. Whilst attending a birth on a labour ward during a very busy period when staffing levels are low the midwife says she is going to leave to assist with another more complicated birth. Ali knows that she isn’t qualified to provide one to one care in later labour. Explain Ali’s role and responsibilities in this scenario.

Question 2:

Samira is a mental health nurse working in a secure unit.  She has concerns about the level of physical restraint that some of her colleagues are using with the patients, however she doesn’t feel that she can approach them to discuss it as they are experienced staff. Explain Samira’s role and responsibilities in this scenario.

Question 3:

Health care professionals are well placed to work in partnerships with many different organisations. Identify the key features of effective partnership working.

Definition:

A role is the position an employee is given; this is the part that each person plays in the organisation. Responsibilities are the specific tasks or duties that employees are expected to complete according to their roles.