Job Description

1. Job Summary

The Experienced Staff Nurse/Midwife in the Labour Ward is responsible for providing high-quality, compassionate, and evidence-based care to women during labour, delivery, and the immediate postnatal period. The role involves continuous assessment, timely interventions, emergency management, documentation, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe maternal and neonatal outcomes.

2. Key Responsibilities Clinical Care

Provide continuous monitoring, assessment, and support to women in labour. Conduct normal deliveries independently while ensuring adherence to clinical protocols. Assist obstetricians with instrumental and high-risk deliveries. Perform and interpret CTG (Cardiotocography) and escalate abnormalities promptly. Identify obstetric emergencies (e.g., PPH, pre-eclampsia, shoulder dystocia) and initiate immediate interventions. Provide neonatal resuscitation and immediate newborn care as required. Administer medications, IV fluids, and pain relief as per guidelines. Ensure infection control and patient safety practices at all times.

Patient Support & Communication

Offer emotional support, pain-coping techniques, and health education to labouring women and families. Maintain clear and empathetic communication throughout all stages of care. Provide breastfeeding support in the immediate postnatal period.

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain complete, accurate, and timely patient records. Document all clinical findings, interventions, and outcomes. Report clinical concerns to senior staff and participate in handover processes.

Teamwork & Collaboration

Work closely with obstetricians, anesthetists, pediatricians, and other healthcare staff. Participate in multidisciplinary rounds. Support training and mentoring of junior staff and student nurses/midwives.

Quality & Safety

Follow clinical guidelines, hospital policies, and national maternity standards. Participate in audits, drills (e.g., PPH, neonatal resuscitation), and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure proper use, cleaning, and reporting of labour ward equipment.

3. Qualifications & Experience

Registered Nurse / Registered Midwife

with valid professional license.

Minimum 2-3 years of experience

in Labour Ward / Maternity / Obstetrics. Certification in

BLS

,

NRP

, and preferably

ACLS

or

Midwifery Emergency Skills

. Strong clinical assessment and emergency management skills. Ability to work in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment.

4. Skills & Competencies

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Compassionate, patient-centred approach. Critical thinking and timely decision-making. Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively. Team-oriented and adaptable to shift work.

5. Work Schedule

Rotational shifts (morning, evening, night) including weekends and holidays.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Work Location: In person