Midwife

Job summary

A hospital located in Ejigbo, Lagos State, is seeking a qualified and compassionate Midwife to provide antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to women while promoting the health and safety of mothers and newborns.

Min Qualification: Degree Experience Level: Entry level Experience Length: 2 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

• Provide antenatal care, maternal assessments, and pregnancy-related counselling.
• Monitor maternal and foetal well-being throughout pregnancy and labour.
• Assist women during labour and conduct deliveries where authorised and within professional scope.
• Provide postnatal care and monitor mothers’ recovery after childbirth.
• Assess newborns and identify signs requiring immediate medical attention.
• Educate expectant mothers on breastfeeding, nutrition, hygiene, family planning, and newborn care.
• Identify high-risk pregnancies and promptly escalate complications to the appropriate medical personnel.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments within the scope of professional practice.
• Maintain accurate maternity records and document all clinical interventions.
• Observe infection prevention protocols and maintain a safe, hygienic maternity environment.
• Provide emotional support and compassionate care to mothers and their families.
• Collaborate with medical officers and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective maternity services.

Requirements:

• A recognised midwifery qualification.
• Current registration and a valid practising licence with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), appropriate to the qualification held.
• Previous maternity, antenatal, or labour-ward experience is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong observation, assessment, and patient-care abilities.
• Compassion, patience, attention to detail, and professional integrity.
• Ability to respond appropriately to maternity emergencies within the scope of practice.
• Applicants must reside in Ejigbo or its immediate surrounding areas.
• Candidates living close to the hospital will be prioritised to ensure punctuality and reliable attendance.