Midwives provide an alternative to physician-delivered reproductive healthcare for women. They can diagnose and treat many of the same conditions that gynecologists and obstetricians do and may legally deliver babies in a variety of settings. For medical practices and birthing centers, Midwives provide a way for women to receive additional hands-on care and can lead to improvements in patient satisfaction. In hospitals, Midwives can handle routine labor and delivery, freeing obstetricians to focus their attention on women experiencing complications. This can lead to better outcomes for women during high-risk pregnancies.
Que fait un Midwife ?
A Midwife, or Nurse Midwife, provides reproductive healthcare for women. They conduct exams, deliver babies and provide emotional support.
Responsabilités
Un Midwife doit être capable de remplir diverses fonctions et responsabilités. Voici quelques fonctions et responsabilités qu'un Midwife doit être capable d'exécuter :
Conduct pelvic exams for preventative care, to diagnose medical conditions or check the health of a baby
Diagnose medical conditions and order tests to make accurate diagnoses
Prescribe medications related to reproductive health, such as oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy
Deliver babies in homes, birth centers and hospitals
Support expectant and new mothers by listening, asking questions and providing advice
Provide medical care for newborns through the first month of life
Compétences requises
Un Midwife compétitif aura certaines compétences et qualifications, notamment :
Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills to build rapport with patients and explain complex medical issues in a way that is easy to understand
Active listening and interviewing skills to uncover symptoms and explore concerns
Effective written communication skills to keep accurate, clear records
Ability to remain upright and stationary for prolonged periods and aid in moving patients and equipment
Critical thinking and analytical skills to interpret the findings of exams and results and make diagnoses
Extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, reproductive health and pharmacology
Familiarity with medical equipment used for labor and delivery and software used for medical records
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