Mid Level Nurse Midwife Officer at Patanisho Maternity & Nursing Home

We are currently seeking a qualified and dedicated Nurse Midwife Officer to join our maternity team and contribute to reducing maternal and neonatal mortality through high-quality, evidence-based care.

Key Responsibilities

As a Nurse Midwife Officer, you will be responsible for:

• Providing skilled care during antenatal, labor, delivery, and postnatal periods.
• Monitoring and managing normal and high-risk pregnancies and deliveries.
• Identifying and responding to maternal and neonatal complications, including timely referrals.
• Conducting neonatal resuscitation and providing immediate newborn care.
• Educating mothers and families on safe motherhood, breastfeeding, family planning, and newborn care.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation and reports.
• Ensuring adherence to infection prevention and control measures.
• Participating in perinatal audits, ward rounds, and quality improvement activities.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma in Nursing and Midwifery from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered and licensed by the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
• Valid NCK practicing license.
• At least 1 year of experience in a maternity unit (Level 3 or above) is an added advantage.
• Additional certification in Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (EmONC) or Helping Babies Breathe (HBB) is desirable.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and clinical decision-making skills.

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate and respectful in delivering patient-centered care.
• Able to work under pressure in high-demand maternity settings.
• Committed to continuous professional development and high ethical standards.

What We Offer

• A supportive working environment focused on teamwork and quality care.
• Competitive remuneration in accordance with county/government health sector guidelines.
• Opportunities for continuous medical education and professional growth.