Key Responsibilities
Assess and monitor pregnant women during labor using appropriate clinical protocols.
Record and monitor maternal vital signs, fetal heart rate, and labor progress.
Prepare labor rooms, instruments, medications, and equipment for deliveries.
Assist obstetricians and gynecologists during normal and assisted deliveries.
Provide immediate care to newborns, including assessment and thermal care.
Administer medications, intravenous fluids, and injections as prescribed.
Identify and promptly report maternal or fetal complications.
Maintain accurate nursing documentation and patient records.
Educate mothers and families on breastfeeding, newborn care, and postpartum recovery.
Adhere to infection prevention and control practices, including sterilization procedures.
Ensure emergency equipment and resuscitation supplies are available and functional.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure quality patient care.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and continuing nursing education.