Registered Midwives at St. Dominic Catholic Hospital

St. Dominic Catholic Hospital is a 64 bed hospital located in Ogungbade, off New Ife road Ibadan. St Dominic Catholic Hospital is the vision of the Dominican Sisters of St Catherine of Siena (Italy). We offer various medical services such as: General medicine, internal medicine, O & G, Laboratory, and Radiology, to mention just a few. The hospital is run in collaboration with foreign partners. We are registered and licensed by the Corporate Affairs Commission and the Ministry of Health. Also, we are accredited by the NHIS as both primary and secondary healthcare providers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Registered Midwife

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• St. Dominic Catholic Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Midwife to join our maternal and child healthcare team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for providing safe, high-quality antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to mothers and newborns while ensuring adherence to professional standards and hospital policies.
• The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong clinical competence, empathy, and a commitment to promoting maternal and newborn health.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive antenatal, labour, and postnatal care to expectant and new mothers.
• Monitor the progress of labour and assist in safe delivery of babies.
• Assess the health condition of both mother and newborn before, during, and after delivery.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the attending physician.
• Assist doctors during obstetric procedures when required.
• Provide counselling and education to mothers on breastfeeding, newborn care, family planning, and maternal health.
• Monitor and record vital signs and maintain accurate patient records.
• Identify complications and promptly escalate to the appropriate medical personnel.
• Maintain hygiene and infection prevention standards within the maternity unit.
• Participate in ward rounds and maternity team meetings.
• Support hospital initiatives aimed at improving maternal and child health outcomes.

Education & Professional Requirements

• Registered Midwife (RM) qualification from a recognized institution
• Valid registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Current practicing license

Experience:

• Minimum of 2–15 years of experience in maternity care (preferred)
• Experience working in a hospital maternity unit will be an added advantage

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to work shift duties, including nights and weekends
• Strong commitment to patient safety and quality maternal care
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Dedication to the hospital’s mission and values

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical knowledge in maternal and neonatal care
• Excellent observation and monitoring skills
• Compassionate and patient-centered care approach
• Effective communication and counselling skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team
• Good documentation and record-keeping skills
• Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently
• Strong ethical standards and professionalism.

Remuneration:

• Salary: N150,000 - N500,000 monthly.
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Supportive and professional working environment.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: adm.sdchib2019@yahoo.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.