Apprentice Midwife

p>Req ID:186977
Location: Western Zone, Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital
Department: OPWZ W&C Midwife SS
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x1
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: Open Until Filled

About the Opportunity
Registered Midwives (RMs) are health professionals responsible for the provision of safe, flexible primary care to women and their babies during pregnancy, labour, birth, and the postpartum period. As primary care providers, RMs may be the first point of entry to maternity services and are fully responsible for clinical decisions and the management of care within their scope of practice. The RM provides care to women and newborns in various settings such as in the client’s home, community clinics, and hospitals in accordance with the Midwifery Model of Practice and the Standards of the Midwifery Regulatory Council of Nova Scotia. The RM provides care to the woman and her newborn until approximately six weeks postpartum and facilitates continuity of access to care beyond the childbearing year when necessary, through communication with other care providers or services.

The Registered Midwife exhibits sound professional judgment and initiative while working within the professional practice legislation and the Mission, Vision, Strategic Direction, and incorporates into daily practice the Core Competencies and Values of the organization. The RM provides the complete course of low-risk prenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care, including physical examinations, screening and diagnostic tests, the assessment of risk and abnormal conditions, and the conduct of normal vaginal deliveries. RMs work in collaboration with other health professionals and consult with or refer to medical specialists as appropriate. The midwifery model of care promotes normal birth, enables women to make informed choices, and provides continuity of care and support throughout the childbearing experience. OR has educational qualifications equivalent to the aforementioned degree and be entitled to become a registrant of the Midwifery Regulatory Council of Nova Scotia (MRCNS) Active practicing license or eligibility for active practice license from the Midwifery Regulatory Council of Nova Scotia (MRCNS) Recent midwifery practice experience that meets the Midwifery Regulatory Council of Nova Scotia (MRCNS) standards for currency of practice required for initial/ongoing registration as a clinical practicing Midwife Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact positively with clients, families, other health care providers and staff, demonstrating sensitivity, empathy, and warmth Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness, and organizational health Basic computer skills – Microsoft Suite, E-mail, Internet, Meditech Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Hours
Permanent, Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
Position requires working flexible hours according to client needs and service location
This is a hybrid position as the position requires attending births in hospitals and at homes.

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