Clinical Midwife

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Salary packaging

Superannuation up to 12.75%

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking experienced midwives to provide expert clinical knowledge and care for women and babies across a range of conditions in a safe, evidence-based environment. The role emphasises teaching, leadership and portfolio management alongside support to nursing and allied staff.

Applicants will apply advanced midwifery expertise to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care, while modelling contemporary, woman- and baby-centred practice.

Qualifications

• Advanced midwifery assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Ability to respond to acute changes in patient health and provide direction.
• Provide teaching to women and families to support learning and independence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-standard woman and baby centred care.
• Apply evidence-based practices within statutory and ethical guidelines.
• Support and direct nursing and allied staff in complex situations.

Skills

Advanced midwifery skills

Clinical leadership

Education and teaching

Education

Registered Midwife (australian registration)

Job description

About the rolePermanent full time and part time opportunities to provide expert clinical knowledge and clinical care for women and babies with a variety of conditions and support a safe care environment through role modelling and application of the principles of contemporary evidence-based woman and baby focused care, education, leadership and portfolio management. In addition, this role will provide support and direction to the Registered Nurse, Midwife and other non-registered personnel in more complex situations.About youOur ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:Practice in accordance with code of ethics, professional standards and legislation affecting midwifery practice by maintaining current knowledge and competence within scope of position.Apply advanced clinical midwifery expertise, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation, to deliver a high standard of woman and baby centred care.Respond appropriately to and provide support and direction to manage sudden alterations in the health status of the woman and baby using advanced midwifery assessment and intervention skills.Provide teaching to both woman and their families to facilitate learning and enable them to move towards independence.Benefits when working for usRewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areasValue driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balanceFlexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increasesBenefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packagingMetro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careersApplications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTEDThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.