Closing date: 31/03/2024
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Charina Villegas
Reference number: 49143
Workplace Type:
Mediclinic City Hospital | Dubai | United Arab Emirates
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To coordinate, plan and manage education related to breast feeding and related services for patients and family members
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Develop and implement standards of care guidelines for assisting breastfeeding mothers
Plan and coordinate patient and family member educational activities
Develops and maintains current breastfeeding resource materials for educational purposes
Assess patient breastfeeding progress and provide professional guidance and support
Actively participate in relevant community initiatives aimed at raising awareness and education
Maintain and update Key Performance Indicators according to the requirements of the Baby Friendly Hospital initiative
REQUIRED EDUCATION
A Bachelor's degree in Nursing and/or Midwifery from a recognised Nursing Institute
IBCLC certification
A post graduate qualification in Midwifery will be an advantage
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
At least 2 years' experience in a related nursing field
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Breast feeding process, ante-partum, intra-partum and postpartum health care and psychosocial issues
- Client service and related management principles
- Facilitation skills and principles of adult learning
- Knowledge of pharmaceuticals and the effects on lactation for ante-partum, intra-partum and postpartum patients and new born babies to toddlers
- Organising skills
- Verbal and written communication skills in English (Arabic will be an advantage)
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given to the designated groups in accordance with the United Arab Emirates Emiratization Program. If you wish to grow with us, apply now and become a part of the Mediclinic Middle East Family
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