Community Midwife

Job/Role Summary

• Holistic care of mother, baby and family.
• Ante-natal care.
• Intra-natal care.
• Post-natal care in hospital and community up to 28 days or as much to meet the needs of mother and babies.

Specific qualifications and experience required

• Registered Midwife with minimum of 2 years post registration experience in all areas of midwifery practice.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Career Milestones

I worked as part of a worldwide research study caring for women at risk of developing Diabetes and the impact on the baby – HAPO study. Progressed to DAPIT Research caring for Type 1 IDDM women. It was challenging and rewarding and enhanced my skills and knowledge to provide holistic care to women and their families.

What attracted you to this job?

• Closer to my home
• Experience required in community setting
• Keen to learn re: Domino and home deliveries
• Wanted to care for women in their own home/environment 9pm hours

Enjoyable aspects of the job/role

• Continuity of care for women both ante-natal and post-natal
• Availability of domino and home births

Important success factors

• Supportive Team Leader and midwifery staff
• Availability of attending study days to enhance practice
• Good effective communication and liaison with MDT

Advice for those considering the type of job/role?

• Have a least 3-5 years midwifery experience in all areas of midwifery care.
• Feel confident in suturing, venepuncture, delivering babies, breast feeding, parent craft classes and health education and promotion.
• Ability to work as part of a team and have the confidence to lead a team.

Key skills that can be gained within this job/role?

• Boosted my confidence
• Enhanced skills and knowledge in all area of midwifery practice i.e., ante natal, intra natal and post natal care.
• Work with the family unit and liaise effectively with the MDT in relation to domestic violence and child protection issues.
• Important learning tool to have accurate record keeping and reporting any issues that levitates from the norm.

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