Midwife Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform gynecological exams
- Educate patients on health, nutrition, and family planning
- Perform tests to obtain information about patients' medical conditions
- Counsel expectant mothers on birthing plans, including hospital care, birthing center, and other options
- Provide emotional care for mothers during birth
- Arrange prenatal planning and care for mothers
- Prepare for birthing by following all health and safety standards
- Coach mother through the birthing process
- Perform office hours to see patients
- Perform deliveries in the hospital and/or the birth center
- Tend to the health and well-being of both the baby and mother during the process
- Provide care for mothers and newborns after birth
- Weigh and measure newborns
- Monitor the patients' vital signs and heart rate during birth
- Know patients' history and health assessments
- Explain and demonstrate breastfeeding techniques
- Monitor patient postpartum and be available for questions or concerns
- Participate in research and further educational opportunities
- Perform CPR or other emergency measures if needed
- Effectively collaborate with other professional staff for best patient care
- Regularly update knowledge of best practice through CME, etc.
- Maintain accurate and thorough records in the practice's EMR in a timely manner
- Answer patient phone calls
- Cooperate with the practice's support team (i.e., sonographer, medical assistants, manager, billers) as needed.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited School of Nursing and Midwifery and certification from the American Midwifery Certification Board; additional education and certification a plus
- Must be registered as a nurse in the state
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Compassionate and caring of patients
- Able to work in an intense, concentrated environment
- Calm and cool-headed with a positive attitude
- Able to work nights, weekends, extended hours, and holidays
- Good leadership skills; able to mentor and educate
- Observe appropriate professional attire and hygiene befitting of the patient population serviced
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