Job Opportunity: Registered Nurses and Midwife Needed(Kangaroo Mother Care) at First Embrace Kano

Organization: First Embrace

Location: Kano State, Nigeria

Date Posted: February 28, 2026

About First Embrace

First Embrace is an impact-focused charity dedicated to scaling Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC), the World Health Organization’s gold standard of care for preterm and low-birth-weight (LBW) newborns. KMC involves continuous skin-to-skin contact and exclusive breastfeeding, which has been proven to increase neonatal survival by up to 40%.

As we prepare to launch additional KMC programs within large hospitals in Kano State, we are seeking dedicated healthcare professionals to join our mission of reducing neonatal mortality in Nigeria.

Vacancy: Registered Nurses

Role Summary: We are looking for experienced and compassionate nurses to facilitate the delivery of KMC. You will be at the forefront of a life-saving intervention, working directly with mothers and families to ensure that vulnerable newborns receive the warmth and nutrition they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Support: Monitor the health and vital signs of LBW babies and their mothers within dedicated KMC wards.
• Education: Train and support mothers and caregivers in the practice of prolonged skin-to-skin contact and effective breastfeeding techniques.
• Safety & Hygiene: Maintain strict infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols within the facility.
• Monitoring: Identify early “danger signs” in newborns and coordinate immediate medical escalation when necessary.
• Data Management: Accurate record-keeping of neonatal progress to contribute to program impact analysis.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Midwife (RM) with a valid license to practice in Nigeria.
• Previous experience in neonatal care, pediatrics, or maternity is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to provide empathetic counseling to families in Hausa and English.
• A commitment to evidence-based healthcare and improving neonatal outcomes.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with an international, evidence-driven charity.
• Specialized training in WHO-standard Kangaroo Mother Care.
• The chance to make a direct, measurable impact on newborn survival in Kano.

How to Apply

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First Embrace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.