Midwife at Sigma Consult

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Reporting to: Medical Director

Job Description

• The Midwife will be responsible for the physical, mental, and emotional care of their patients during delivery.
• You will provide prenatal and postnatal education, examine patient during the course of the pregnancy, and assist patients in creating birth plans.
• You will also ensure the health and well-being of the newborn and mother during delivery. Must be licensed to practice.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform gynecological exams
• Educate patients on health, nutrition, and family planning
• Take patient vital signs
• Counsel expectant mothers on birthing plans, including hospital care, birthing centers, and other options
• Provide emotional care for mothers during birth
• Arrange prenatal planning and care for mothers
• Prepare for birthing by following all health and safety standards
• Coach mother through birthing process
• Perform deliveries and assist Cesarean
• Tend to the health and well-being of both the baby and mother during the process
• Assist surgeons and physicians in caring for the mother during complicated births
• Provide care for mothers and newborns after birth
• Weigh and measure newborns
• Monitor patient’s vital signs and heart rate during birth
• Study patient history and health assessments
• Communicate stages of birth to family members
• Explain and demonstrate breastfeeding techniques
• Monitor patient postpartum and be available for questions or concerns
• Perform CPR or other emergency measures if needed

Requirements and Qualifications

• Midwifery degree from an accredited School of Nursing and Midwifery ; additional education and certification a plus
• Must be registered as a nurse.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Compassionate and caring of patients
• Able to work in an intense, concentrated environment
• Calm and cool-headed with a positive attitude
• Able to work nights, weekends, extended hours, and holidays
• Good leadership skills; able to mentor and educate
• Years of experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in the private practice.
• Age Requirement: Applicants should be age 30 and above