Experienced Midwife at Christian Miracle Hospital

Christian Miracle Hospital is an NHIS-accredited fibroid, ovarian cyst, appendicitis and maternity hospital in Nigeria; established in 1992. We are located at No. 3 Akutu Crescent office Pascan Jake bus stop opposite Pine Crest School Enugu,Independence Layout Enugu state. We offer the best gynaecological, fertility and maternity services to our clients and patients. Our in-house laboratory is quality assured, and our dispensary stocks quality drugs and other medical consumables. We run antenatal clinics and fertility clinics every Tuesday.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Experienced Midwife

Location: Enugu

Job Summary

• The Midwife will play a critical role in supporting laboring women through antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal periods, ensuring excellent maternal and neonatal outcomes.
• The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in “catching babies”, managing labor confidently, and creating a safe, respectful, and faith-friendly birth environment.
• We welcome applications from experienced midwives with a heart for service, a passion for safe childbirth, and a commitment to God-honoring healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide holistic antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to mothers and their newborns.
• Monitor fetal and maternal well-being during labor and delivery using evidence-based protocols.
• Confidently and safely “catch babies” — assist in spontaneous vaginal deliveries, including management of normal and complicated births.
• Identify and respond promptly to obstetric emergencies.
• Assist in health education and counseling for mothers and families.
• Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely clinical documentation.
• Provide faith-sensitive emotional and psychological support to patients and their families.
• Participate in clinical training sessions, outreach programs, and community maternal health advocacy.
• Adhere strictly to infection prevention and patient safety standards.
• Uphold the Christian values and mission of CMH in all patient interactions.

Education and Certification Requirements

• Registered Midwife (RM) certification from a recognized nursing institution.
• Valid license to practice as a Midwife in Nigeria (NMCN required).
• Additional certifications in Maternal and Newborn Health, Neonatal Resuscitation, or Emergency Obstetric Care are highly desirable.
• Training in faith-sensitive or Christian medical care is an asset.

Experience Requirements:

• 3 - 5 years’ hands-on midwifery experience, preferably in a maternity hospital or labor ward setting.
• Proven track record of successfully managing normal deliveries from labor to expulsion and immediate newborn care.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to work shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Resident in or willing to relocate to Enugu, Nigeria.
• Commitment to the mission of Christian Miracle Hospital.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage emergencies gracefully.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrated expertise in spontaneous vaginal deliveries (“catching babies”).
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to maternal care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in monitoring vital signs, fetal heart tones, and labor progression.
• Ability to manage complications or refer when necessary (e.g. breech, PPH, obstructed labor).
• Familiarity with childbirth positioning techniques, perineal care, and postpartum recovery.
• Competence in documenting births and outcomes clearly and ethically.
• Strong sense of responsibility, emotional maturity, and teamwork.
• A faith-aligned, prayerful outlook is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
3rd July, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV, Cover Letter, and proof of certification/licensure to: cmhospitalenugunigeria@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.