Job description:
Demonstrates qualifications as a Lactation Consultant and experience in breastfeeding assistance, education and advice. Liases, assists, and interacts with the Head Nurse/Charge Nurse/Community Liaison in developing and maintaining a safe, baby-friendly environment according to international standards, the Department of Health and Medical Services (DOHMS) standards and the American Hospital Dubai's policies. Implements an ongoing plan for educational sessions to standardise, optimise, and promote breastfeeding and rooming in of babies according to the Hospital Policy and International Standards. Reports directly to the Nurse Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- Bachelor's degree in nursing (minimum of three (3) years full-time course duration) or
- Degree in Nursing (minimum two (2) years course duration) and Registration as a Registered Nurse from Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand, and Australia.
- For UAE nationals graduates of UAE or non-UAE universities are exempted from the experience and clinical training requirements for the applied title. (UAE nationals must submit a copy of their birth certificate and the mother's family book).
- Non-UAE national graduates from UAE universities are required to successfully complete six (6) months of clinical training post-graduation in an APS health facility (except for Registered and assistant Nurse titles).
- Must hold a valid License/Registration to practice in their home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable).
- Must hold a minimum of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification or others according to the scope of practice.
- Certified Lactation Consultant.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of two (2) years of recent post-graduate experience as a Midwife in Obstetrics Unit.
- Knowledge of and ability to render care and services based on age, appropriateness, and developmental needs of mother and baby as an individual unit – with special regard for feeding.
- Skills in the assessment of patient and family's physical and psychological needs.
- Skills in coordination and planning of care and prioritizing care based on individual needs.
- Skills in problem-solving/critical thinking ensuring effective functioning of unit routine.
