DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
The MIDWIFE NURSE will be responsible for playing a crucial role in providing high-quality maternal and neonatal care to expectant mothers and newborns.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Antenatal Care:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of pregnant women, including medical history, physical examinations, and prenatal tests.
- Provide counselling and education to expectant mothers on prenatal care, nutrition, and birth planning.
- Monitor fetal development and maternal health, identifying and addressing any complications.
Intrapartum Care:
- Assist in the management of labor and delivery, ensuring the safety and well-being of both mother and baby.
- Administer medications and pain relief as necessary.
- Conduct deliveries, including vaginal and emergency cesarean sections, as required.
- Monitor and record vital signs and fetal heart rate during labor.
Postpartum Care:
- Provide postpartum care and support to new mothers, including breastfeeding guidance and postnatal education.
- Assess and manage any postpartum complications or concerns.
- Offer emotional support and encouragement to mothers during the postpartum period.
Neonatal Care:
- Conduct neonatal assessments and provide care to newborns.
- Assist in resuscitation and stabilization of newborns, as needed.
- Collaborate with the neonatal team to ensure the health and safety of premature or ill infants.
Documentation:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all patients.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
Collaboration:
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including obstetricians, paediatricians, and nursing staff, to provide comprehensive care.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and case discussions.
Continuous Education:
- Stay updated on the latest developments in midwifery and nursing through ongoing education and training.
- Mentor and train junior staff and nursing students, if applicable.
Education & Experience
- Diploma with relevant experience in Nursing or equivalent qualification, Bachelor’s degree is an added advantage
- Registered Nurse and Midwife certification in Zambia.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Midwife Nurse in a hospital setting.
- Current licensure and good standing with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia.
- Proficiency in using medical equipment and technology.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Compassion and empathy for patients and their families.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure.
DEADLINE: 16th November, 2023
SALARY RANGE: K6,000 – K8,500, Net
Closing Date : 15th November, 2023.