About the Opportunity

About You

• Baccalaureate degree from a Canadian university midwifery education program; OR has educational qualifications equivalent to the aforementioned degree and be entitled to become a registrant of the MRCNS (Midwifery Act 2009)
• Active practicing license or eligibility for active practice license from the Midwifery Regulatory Council of Nova Scotia (MRCNS)
• Must have access to reliable transportation as travel is a requirement of this position
• Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) with intubation; Emergency Skills in Obstetrics; and “Opioids and Benzodiazepines: Safe Prescribing for Midwives” is required
• Proof of ongoing professional development and/or upgrading are required
• Recent midwifery practice experience that meets the Midwifery Regulatory Council of Nova Scotia standards for currency of practice required for initial/ongoing registration as a clinical practicing Midwife
• Follows CPS, RCP, SOGC, and MRCNS Guidelines
• Experience working with multicultural and vulnerable populations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact positively with clients, families, other health care providers and staff, demonstrating sensitivity, empathy and warmth
• Ability to demonstrate sound decision-making skills in crisis situations and to be accountable for decisions
• Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health
• Basic computer skills – Microsoft Suite, E-mail, Internet, Meditech
• Physical and mental capabilities to perform the duties of the position such as lifting and carrying a variety of clinical and birth equipment; working flexible hours according to client needs and service location; traveling within the area under varying weather and environmental conditions
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

Compensation and Benefits