About the Role
The Katsina State Government is seeking a dedicated and qualified Midwifery Officer to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering comprehensive, high-quality maternal and neonatal healthcare services within our medical facilities. You will play a crucial part in improving maternal and child health outcomes across the state by ensuring safe deliveries, providing essential health education, and adhering to the highest standards of clinical excellence and patient care.
Key Responsibilities- Provide comprehensive antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to patients.
- Assist and manage normal deliveries safely while monitoring maternal and fetal conditions during pregnancy and labor.
- Provide immediate, specialized care to newborns following delivery.
- Administer medications, treatments, and vaccinations as prescribed.
- Educate expectant and new mothers on maternal, neonatal, and reproductive health best practices.
- Maintain accurate, confidential patient records and documentation.
- Ensure strict adherence to infection prevention and control protocols.
- Identify high-risk cases promptly and coordinate appropriate referrals.
- Support community family planning and reproductive health initiatives.
- Possession of a Registered Midwife (RM) qualification.
- Valid and current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
- Possession of a valid practicing license.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in maternal and neonatal care.
- Good interpersonal, communication, and patient advocacy abilities.
- Relevant clinical experience in a recognized healthcare facility.
- Basic computer literacy for electronic health record documentation.
- Competitive public sector salary structure in line with state guidelines.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous medical education.
- A supportive and stable working environment within a peaceful state.
- Contribution to impactful public health outcomes across Katsina State.