Details
- Full time position or short term placements available (contracts with accommodation and travel provided)
- Supportive team environment
- Salary packaging and health and well-being programs and flexible work arrangements
The Position
As the Registered Midwife you will be responsible for:
- Providing the highest level of nursing/midwifery care in a timely manner each rostered shift
- Accurately assessing a patient’s condition at a given time and report any inconsistent or significant changes to the registered nurse/registered midwife in charge
- Assessing the physical and emotional needs of the patient antenatally, in labour and in post-natal unit working with the patient in planning ongoing care for themselves, their baby and family
- Assessing and participating in the ongoing care of babies admitted to the Special Care Nursery
- Utilising the Preceptor, Educator and/or other team members’ clinical expertise as required in the management of allocated patients
- Participating in the discharge planning of patients utilising the post-natal clinical outcome pathways
The Location
Located in the outer north-west of Victoria on the banks of the Murray River. Fantastic pubs, cafes and wildlife to explore!
Essential Criteria
- Relevant registration with AHPRA
- Understanding of scope of practice in line with relevant legislation
- Knowledge and ability to competently apply current nursing/midwifery theory to provide holistic care
- Ability to make sound decisions and accept responsibility for own practice
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to work effectively in team environment & independently as required
- Knowledge of legislative requirements of nursing practice
- Minimum 12months working as a Registered Midwife in Australia
- COVID19 Vaccinated
To Apply
By clicking on 'Apply Now' you will register your interest to work. Once your CV/Resume has been received, a Recruitment Consultant will be in touch.
To speak to our Nursing Team directly and discuss this opportunity, please email your enquiry/CV to Kerstin Villanueva at [email protected] or call us on 1300 444 100.