plays a critical role in supporting obstetricians and gynecologists by providing
maternal and newborn care
, assisting during deliveries, monitoring pregnant women, and educating patients on reproductive health. As a
senior staff member
, this role also includes supervising junior ANMs or nursing aides and maintaining departmental procedures and hygiene.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Maternal & Neonatal Care
Monitor vital signs and general condition of antenatal and postnatal mothers.
Assist in
normal deliveries
, episiotomies, and immediate newborn care.
Identify and report high-risk pregnancies or complications.
Provide
postnatal care
to mothers and newborns.
Clinical Support in Gynae Procedures
Prepare patients for gynecological surgeries and minor OT procedures (e.g., D&C, IUI, hysteroscopy).
Assist gynecologists during procedures and examinations.
Ensure availability and sterilization of instruments.
Infection Control & Hygiene
Maintain aseptic techniques in the labor room, OT, and wards.
Adhere to infection control protocols.
Ensure proper disposal of biomedical waste.
Patient Education & Counseling
Educate women on:
Antenatal care (ANC)
Nutrition during pregnancy
Breastfeeding and newborn care
Menstrual hygiene and family planning
Promote
institutional deliveries
and immunization programs.
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain delivery registers, patient case sheets, and vital records.
Report complications or maternal mortality cases to the Medical Officer or Matron.
Update immunization and health education charts.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Guide and monitor junior ANMs or helpers.
Coordinate with doctors, staff nurses, and lab technicians.
Assist in scheduling shifts and workload distribution in the gynae unit.
Key Skills Required
Obstetric and neonatal care knowledge
Emergency response (e.g., PPH, eclampsia, neonatal resuscitation)
Compassion and communication with pregnant women and families
Record-keeping and reporting
Team leadership and mentoring of junior staff