Details
Permanent positions available in Regional Victoria for experienced and enthusiastic Registered Midwives (Dual or Direct) who have exceptional clinical skills, a commitment to patient-centred care and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You will be working within a multidisciplinary team where you will be expected to facilitate and foster best practise and service delivery to patients and their families. As part of a team that values leadership and excellence in healthcare, you will work in first class facilities that maximises care, compassion, individual choice and quality outcomes for all clients and patients.
The Position
As the Registered Midwife, you will be responsible for:
- Performing all duties in accordance with the NMBA Registered Midwife Standards of Practise to achieve optimal healthcare outcomes for patients.
- Providing skilled and timely nursing care in a way that ensures the rights, confidentiality, dignity and respect of people are upheld.
- Advocating for patients, promoting their independence and involvement in care decision-making, whilst ensuring the wellbeing and safety of patients is prioritised.
- Providing appropriate care of the newborn, including identification of abnormality or morbidity and instigation of appropriate intervention.
- Provide caring to Special Care Nursery (SCN) neonates both in the SCN or when ‘rooming in’ with their mothers.
- Functioning in accordance with the law, regulations, policies and procedures affecting nursing practice.
Health Service
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region of Victoria, with campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell. Grampians Health strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.
Essential Criteria
- Current Midwifery Registration with AHPRA
- Demonstrated ability to provide effective midwifery and care of the newborn
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to continuous quality improvement, customer service and patient centred care
- Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary package and benefits
- Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
- Staff rewards and recognition programs
- Relocation and visa assistance and support for UK/IE Midwives
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
About Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing is a nursing division within Skilled Medical Pty Ltd, a leader in international health and Medical Recruitment placement for short-term and permanent roles.
Skilled Medical is a doctor-led company with 15 years of industry experience, and is an international Medical Recruitment agency that helps qualified medical professionals with their career in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Ireland.
With local offices located in Melbourne and London, we provide a personalised service to assist Nurses like yourself in finding their next role within the healthcare industry.
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 UK Nursing Team directly and discuss this opportunity, please email your enquiry/CV to [email protected].
If already in Australia, please email your enquiry/CV to [email protected].
This permanent position is suitable for a qualified UK/IE candidate, subject to meeting professional registration and work visa requirements.