Maria Hegarty
Auckland
Summary
Experienced midwife dedicated to providing high-quality, family-centered care during hospital births. Skilled in antenatal care, labor support and postnatal recovery. Committed to empowering mothers and families through education and compassionate care. An autonomous practitioner that works well within a team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Delivery Unit/ Triage Midwife
Auckland Health District Board
Auckland, NZ
02.2024 - Current
- Provided comprehensive care to pregnant women, including prenatal examinations, monitoring fetal development and assessing maternal health.
- Collaborated in obstetric emergency situations, ensuring timely interventions and appropriate escalations were made to enhance efficiency and improve patient outcomes.
- Assisted in the implementation Birmingham Symptom Specific Obstetric Triage System (BSOTS) protocols. Collaborated with colleagues to to ensure every woman receives timely and appropriate care.
- Provided personalised care that honors the diverse backgrounds of different cultures.
Rotational Hospital Midwife
NHS - National Health Service
Manchester, UK
02.2021 - 01.2024
- Completed Preceptorship Programme, rotated and worked competently in all areas of maternity.
- Team leadership: extensive experience in coordinating NHS ward environments.
- Provide high dependency care to women who are not suitable for ward admission.
- Supervise students and provide support to staff more
junior than myself. - Involved with obstetric emergencies: PPH, Neonatal Resuscitation, Cord Prolapse and Shoulder Dystocia.
Student Midwife
NHS - National Health Service
Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
09.2017 - 09.2020
- Successfully manage a caseload of 5 women under supervision. Providing antenatal, labour and postnatal care.
- Watch vital signs, check for comfort levels and monitor the health and emotional states of mothers before, during and after labor.
- Promote the benefits of breastfeeding and offer education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Escalate accordingly, become primary care giver in labouring room under supervision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery Studies
University of Northumbria
Newcastle, UK11-2020
High School Diploma -
St Marys Comprehensive School
Newcastle, UK08-2017
Skills
- Labor and delivery support
- Triage assessment skills
- Venepuncture/ cannulation
- Fetal monitoring and interpretation
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Patient education
- Communication and Team work
- Adaptability
Certification
- Volunteer at St. Oswalds Palliative Care Hospice (2014-2019)
- Kumon Classroom Assistant (2014-2018)
- Bartender, Newcastle Race Course (2014-2018)
Timeline
Delivery Unit/ Triage Midwife
Auckland Health District Board
02.2024 - Current
Rotational Hospital Midwife
NHS - National Health Service
02.2021 - 01.2024
Student Midwife
NHS - National Health Service
09.2017 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery Studies
University of Northumbria
High School Diploma -
St Marys Comprehensive School