Registered Midwife – Novice Program

Mater Group • Springfield, MO

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Mater Mothers Hospital Springfield is seeking applications for a Registered Midwife – Novice Program to join us in a permanent, part-time (32hr per week) opportunity. As a Level 4 maternity service, we are planning to care for approximately 1,700 women and families each year, providing care for women experiencing low to moderate risk pregnancies. Clear referral pathways are established with Mater Mothers’ Hospital South Brisbane for women requiring higher-level care. As part of the Novice Program, you will be supported to rotate through the Maternity Inpatient Unit, Pregnancy Assessment Centre and Birthing Suites to ensure you gain valuable skills and competencies necessary to work collaboratively as part of our close-knit midwifery team. Please note this opportunity is not part of a formal Graduate Program. Instead, it is a supported transition-to-practice pathway designed to assist you in your development as a Registered Midwife. Successful completion of this pathway will lead to an ongoing permanent position within our Maternity Inpatient Unit.

Requirements

• Current registration with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Board to practice as a Registered Midwife
• Degree-level qualification (Bachelor of Midwifery or combined Nursing/Midwifery)
• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and competency in the provision of midwifery care relevant to a continuity of midwifery care model
• Provide clinical problem-solving skills to maximise midwifery care
• Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan and coordinate midwifery care in a multidisciplinary team environment providing outcome-based care

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive midwifery care, including patient advocacy and addressing physical, emotional and spiritual needs in a safe, efficient, and patient-centred manner to enhance optimal patient outcomes.
• Promote safety, security, and integrity for patients and staff
• Adhere to infection control policies and maintain confidentiality
• Engage in activities to enhance service delivery and patient satisfaction
• Comply with organisational policies and guidelines
• Enhance professional development and mentor less experienced staff
• Value research in improving Nursing/Midwifery outcomes
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and other health professionals
• Support and encourage patient decision-making in healthcare
• Accept accountability for actions and ensure communication is professional and ethical
• Recognise and maintain knowledge base and competence in Nursing/Midwifery practice

Benefits

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level