Certified Nurse Midwife
Fosad ConsultingLagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
Posted February 4, 2015
Full Time
About the Company
Fosad Consulting is an independent cross‑industry consulting firm that specializes in HR, engineering, expatriate management, procurement, learning & development, and energy‑sector solutions for clients in oil & gas, financial services, telecommunications, transport, hospitality, healthcare, and retail. With over two decades of experience working with global brands, the firm delivers tailored outsourcing services that meet rigorous international standards while driving business growth. Fosad distinguishes itself through a culture of candid, results‑oriented advice, a proven track record of overcoming complex challenges, and strong partnerships with the Nigerian American Chamber of Commerce and U.S. commercial initiatives. These attributes create a collaborative environment that attracts talent committed to delivering excellence and innovation in a dynamic, cross‑border market.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Certified Midwife to provide care and support for women and their babies during pregnancy, labour, and the early postnatal period.
Requirements
- Diagnosing, monitoring, and examining women during pregnancy
- Developing, assessing, and evaluating individual programs of care
- Providing full antenatal care, including screening tests in the hospital, community, and the home
- Identifying high risk pregnancies and making referrals to doctors and other medical specialists
- Arranging and providing parenting and health education
- Providing counseling and advice before and after screening and tests
- Offering support and advice following events such as miscarriage, termination, stillbirth, neonatal abnormality, and neonatal death
- Supervising and assisting mothers in labour, monitoring the condition of the foetus and using knowledge of drugs and pain management
- Giving support and advice on the daily care of the baby, including breastfeeding, bathing, and making up feeds
- Liaising with agencies and other health and social care professionals to ensure continuity of care
- Engaging in professional development to meet PREP (post-registration education and practice) requirements
- Participating in the training and supervision of junior colleagues
