Enrolled Midwifes x6 at Hoima Regional Referral Hospital

POSITION: ENROLLED MIDWIFE
NO. OF VACANCIES: SIX (6)
REPORTS TO: ASSISTANT NURSING OFFICER (MIDWIFERY)
LOCATION: HOIMA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
SALARY: U7-MED
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS: .

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Participate in a continuous nursing coverage in wards/units by receiving reports and effectively handing over to in-coming shifts.
• Provide total care to mothers during pregnancy with emphasis on identifying high risk cases and provision of health.
• Ensure that a septic technique is adhered to in carrying out deliveries.
• Provide total care to mothers during labor with emphasis on keeping proper records, use of drugs and prevention of complications to mothers and babies.
• Ensure that the baby’s air passages are clear, assess and keep baby warm: constantly watch the umbilical cord and carry out immunization.
• Make sure that the baby is properly labeled with an identification tag.
• Provide total care to mothers during premium with emphasis on prevention of infection and successful breast-feeding.
• Adhere to professional code of conduct.
• Be able to manage obstetrical emergencies and refer complicated cases to the Doctor.
• Register and notify the authority about the birth of the newborn.
• Maintain personal contact with patients: take note of their complaints, report if necessary and ensure confidentiality.
• Receive patients, register admissions and discharges.
• Participate in primary Health Care activities.
• Carry out any other duties assigned by the supervising Nursing Officer.

Qualifications
• Must have Enrolled Midwifery Certificate.
• Must be registered with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council.
• Should have observation, judgment, counseling and communication skills.
• Should have patient focused approach and pleasant personality.

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