Registered Midwife at St Dominic Catholic Hospital

Job Description

• St. Dominic Catholic Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Midwife to join our maternal and child healthcare team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for providing safe, high-quality antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to mothers and newborns while ensuring adherence to professional standards and hospital policies.
• The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong clinical competence, empathy, and a commitment to promoting maternal and newborn health.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive antenatal, labour, and postnatal care to expectant and new mothers.
• Monitor the progress of labour and assist in safe delivery of babies.
• Assess the health condition of both mother and newborn before, during, and after delivery.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the attending physician.
• Assist doctors during obstetric procedures when required.
• Provide counselling and education to mothers on breastfeeding, newborn care, family planning, and maternal health.
• Monitor and record vital signs and maintain accurate patient records.
• Identify complications and promptly escalate to the appropriate medical personnel.
• Maintain hygiene and infection prevention standards within the maternity unit.
• Participate in ward rounds and maternity team meetings.
• Support hospital initiatives aimed at improving maternal and child health outcomes.

Education & Professional Requirements

• Registered Midwife (RM), BNSC / ND qualification from a recognized institution
• Valid registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Current practicing license.

Experience:

• 2 - 6 years of experience in maternity care (preferred)
• Experience working in a hospital maternity unit will be an added advantage.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical knowledge in maternal and neonatal care
• Excellent observation and monitoring skills
• Compassionate and patient-centered care approach
• Effective communication and counselling skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team
• Good documentation and record-keeping skills
• Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently
• Strong ethical standards and professionalism.