Gail Kiss
Self Employed
Auckland,AUK
30
Years of experience
Compassionate Midwife experienced in maternal health education, breastfeeding support, and high-risk pregnancy care. Delivered patient-centered care and empowered families through education and support while leading collaborative teams. Demonstrated strong mentorship and guidance capabilities, fostering a supportive environment for both colleagues and patients.
Work History
LMC Midwife
18 Years 8 Months- Provided comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care to clients, ensuring physical and emotional support throughout the process.
- Conducted regular assessments of maternal and fetal health, utilizing evidence-based practices for optimal outcomes.
- Developed personalized birth plans in collaboration with clients, promoting informed choices and patient autonomy.
- Educated families on childbirth options, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care to enhance confidence and preparedness.
- Mentored aspiring midwives through hands-on training, sharing expertise in clinical practices and client management strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans, ensuring seamless integration of services for clients' needs.
- Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
- Empowered mothers to make informed decisions about their care through comprehensive education on pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care.
- Managed fetal distress and delivery complications calmly to provide safety to mothers and babies.
- Built strong rapport with patients through open communication channels that encouraged feedback and collaboration on care plans.
- Fostered an inclusive atmosphere by providing culturally sensitive care to diverse patient populations, understanding their unique needs and preferences.
- Enhanced continuity of care by collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary healthcare team, including physicians and nurses.
- Provided prenatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
- Contributed to improved maternal health outcomes using thorough risk assessment strategies during initial consultations as well as follow-up appointments.
- Developed individualized birth plans in collaboration with expectant mothers to ensure personalized care aligned with their preferences.
Clinical Charge Midwife
11 Years 5 Months- Led multidisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based practices improving maternal health outcomes.
- Mentored junior midwives and nursing staff in clinical skills and best practices for patient care.
- Facilitated educational workshops for expectant families on childbirth preparation and newborn care.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance continuity of care across various settings.
- Evaluated clinical protocols regularly to ensure compliance with national midwifery standards and guidelines.
- Advocated for patient-centered approaches, enhancing communication between patients and healthcare teams.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on midwifery best practices through regular continuing education opportunities and membership in professional organizations.
- Increased breastfeeding success rates by offering lactation support and guidance to new mothers.
- Implemented changes in practice based on research findings to enhance the overall quality of midwifery care provided to patients.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through meticulous record-keeping practices and adherence to state licensure requirements.
- Followed professional standards and guidelines by adhering to ethical and legal guidelines and maintaining continued education certifications.
- Advocated for mothers' rights and choices to make informed decisions about care by respecting human autonomy.
- Evaluated clinical performance regularly, identifying areas of improvement and implementing strategies to enhance overall patient care experience.
- Roster writing and implementation
- day to day management of birthing unit
- mentoring and preceptoring midwives
- Conducted prenatal examinations and provided guidance and support to mothers-to-be.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Skills
Maternal education
Breastfeeding support
Contraceptive counseling
High-risk care
Antenatal screening
Family planning advice
Postpartum care
Infant resuscitation
Labor support techniques
STD prevention and treatment
Preconception counseling
Prenatal care
Pain management strategies
Perineal suturing
Nutrition counseling
Sexual health education
Reproductive health advocacy
Childbirth classes
Depression support
Intrapartum care
VBAC support
Prenatal fitness guidance
Home birth assistance
Diabetes management
Water birth expertise
Timeline
LMC Midwife
Self Employed
01.2008 - CurrentRead More
Clinical Charge Midwife
Waitemata District Health Board - Te Whare Karaka
08.1996 - 01.2008Read More
Auckland University of Technology
Bachelor of Science from Midwifery
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