Amal Farah
London
Summary
Senior Midwife & Cross-Cultural Educator | UK-Qualified (NMC Registered) A progressive, UK-trained Midwife with [Number] years of clinical experience within the NHS, seamlessly integrated with a strong background in cross-cultural communication as an ESL Faculty member at Princess Nourah University (PNU) in Riyadh. Offers a powerful blend of British clinical excellence—specializing in high-risk obstetrics, clinical governance, and evidence-based practice—and proven regional adaptability within the GCC.
Having successfully navigated the unique cultural, social, and administrative landscape of a major Middle Eastern institution, I possess an advanced ability to deliver sensitive, patient-centered maternity care and sophisticated patient education. A culturally fluent, "low-risk" international recruit, uniquely equipped to elevate clinical standards, mentor multinational healthcare teams, and drive positive maternal outcomes across premium GCC healthcare facilities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Midwife
The Hillingdon Hospital
London
2020.11 - 2026.07
- Provide comprehensive antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to mothers and newborns.
- Conduct routine check-ups and screenings, manage labor and delivery, and offer postnatal support and education.
- Collaborate with obstetricians, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Implement and adhere to evidence-based practices and protocols in maternal and child healthcare.
- Coordinated pain relief strategies during active labour, delivering support and guidance to reduce patient distress.
- Administered medication, injections and intravenous infusions during labour to minimise pain and discomfort.
- Ensured compassionate care during labour, facilitating a smoother delivery experience for mothers.
- Provide emotional support to patients coping with miscarriage, stillbirth, and neonatal death, offering resources for grief management.
- Offer culturally sensitive care to a diverse patient population.
ESL instructor
Princess Nourah Bint Abduraham University
Riyadh , KSA
2015.09 - 2017.09
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies tailored to accommodate varying student aptitudes and interests, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Partnered with colleagues to design engaging and educational curricula, including teaching aids and field trip opportunities that enriched student learning.
- Held regular verbal and written exams for students to examine learning development and assess difficulties.
- Supported admissions team in evaluating English proficiency of international applicants, identifying specific areas for enhancement.
Education
Bachelor of Art and Science - Nursing (Midwifery specialisation)
University of West London
Ealing, EAL2023-01
Bachelor of Science - Health and Social Care
The Open University
Milton Keynes, MIK2015-01
CELTA -
Cambridge English Language Assessment
2015-01
Diploma of Higher Education - Sports Science
Brunel University
Uxbridge, HIL2009-01
Skills
- Antenatal care
- Foetal monitoring
- Obstetric Emergency Management
- Postnatal Care and Education
- Newborn health assessment
- Experienced in NIPE (Newborn and infant Physical Examination)
- Newborn health assessment,
- Pain management
- Clinical documentation
- Confidentiality
- Multi-disciplinary Collaboration
- Patient and Family Education
- Mental health support
- Public health education
- Cultural Sensitivity and Adaptability
- Evidence-based practice
- Multi-disciplinary Collaboration
Certification
- Nursing and Midwifery (NMC) Registered
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – NHS
- Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) – NHS
Timeline
Midwife
The Hillingdon Hospital
2020.11 - 2026.07
ESL instructor
Princess Nourah Bint Abduraham University
2015.09 - 2017.09
Bachelor of Art and Science - Nursing (Midwifery specialisation)
University of West London
Bachelor of Science - Health and Social Care
The Open University
CELTA -
Cambridge English Language Assessment
Diploma of Higher Education - Sports Science
Brunel University