Midwife

Job Summary:

Tapion Hospital is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and skilled Midwife to join our dedicated maternity care team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, holistic care to women throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postnatal period in accordance with hospital policies, national standards, and best clinical practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive antenatal assessments, including maternal and fetal monitoring.
• Identify high-risk pregnancies and refer or escalate care appropriately.
• Provide continuous clinical and emotional support to women during labor and delivery.
• Monitor labor progress using appropriate tools and clinical guidelines.
• Perform normal vaginal deliveries within scope of practice.
• Recognize and respond promptly to obstetric emergencies such as postpartum hemorrhage and eclampsia.
• Assist obstetricians and other healthcare providers with procedures when required.
• Provide immediate newborn care, including assessment and resuscitation where necessary.
• Deliver postnatal care to both mother and baby, including breastfeeding support and health education.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately according to physician orders and hospital policy.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation of patient care.
• Educate patients and families on pregnancy, childbirth, newborn care, postpartum recovery, and family planning.
• Ensure infection prevention and control practices are consistently followed.
• Collaborate effectively with obstetricians, pediatricians, nurses, anesthetists, and other multidisciplinary team members.
• Uphold ethical standards, patient confidentiality, dignity, and informed consent at all times.

Please note: The duties outlined above are intended as a general guide and do not capture all responsibilities of the role.

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Qualifications & Experience:

Academic Qualifications:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Midwifery from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor’s Degree or Associate Degree in Nursing (BSN/ADN) is required.

Licensure / Certification:

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation and Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) certification is considered an asset.

Skills, Competencies and Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical midwifery experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Empathy, patience, and the ability to provide emotional support.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.

Core Competencies:

Clinical Competence:

• Antenatal care including maternal and fetal health assessment and education.
• Labor and delivery management including monitoring labor and conducting normal deliveries.
• Postnatal care for mother and newborn including breastfeeding support.
• Effective recognition and management of obstetric emergencies.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• Build trusting and respectful relationships with women and their families.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately in sensitive situations.
• Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals.

Ethical and Professional Practice:

• Uphold patient dignity, confidentiality, and informed consent.
• Practice within legal and ethical frameworks of midwifery and nursing.
• Respect cultural, spiritual, and individual differences.

Health Education and Promotion:

• Provide education on pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum care, and family planning.
• Support women in making informed decisions about their care.

Critical Thinking and Clinical Judgment:

• Assess complex clinical situations and make timely, evidence-based decisions.
• Utilize risk assessment tools and clinical guidelines appropriately.

Documentation and Record-Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and complete patient records.
• Ensure clear and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

Leadership and Advocacy:

• Advocate for women’s health rights and choices.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the institution.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a respected healthcare institution.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and cover letter to careers@tapionhospital.com. Please include “Midwife Application” in the subject line.