CM - Rockhampton - Maternity

JPS Recruitment; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockhampton Hospital in Rockhampton, QLD, is seeking an experienced Clinical Midwife to join the Maternity ward on a 13-week contract from 30 November 2026 to 28 February 2027. Lead care across antenatal, postnatal and birth suite and apply advanced skills in a high-acuity environment.

Preferred candidates will hold AHPRA registration, post-graduate qualifications or demonstrated advanced midwifery competence, and an Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation certification (or willingness to obtain before

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a Clinical Midwife with AHPRA.
• Post-graduate qualifications or demonstrated advanced competence in midwifery.
• Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical care across antenatal, postnatal and birth suite settings.
• Apply advanced skills including suturing, neonatal resuscitation, and IV cannulation.
• Support and mentor colleagues in a busy maternity service.

Skills

Team leadership

Advanced maternity care

Neonatal resuscitation

IV cannulation

Suturing

Education

AHPRA registration as Clinical Midwife

Post-graduate qualifications in midwifery

Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation certification

Job description

Rockhampton Hospital is seeking an experienced Clinical Midwife to join the Maternity ward on a 13-week contract from 30 November 2026 to 28 February 2027. This is an opportunity to bring your clinical expertise and leadership skills to a busy maternity service in Rockhampton, QLD, supporting the team across antenatal, postnatal, and birth suite care. The role is classified at NRG 6 and offers the chance to make a real difference in a high-acuity clinical environment.

• Lead clinical care across antenatal, postnatal, and birth suite settings with scope for advanced practice
• 13-week fixed-term contract with a clear start and end date, ideal for experienced midwives seeking flexibility
• Opportunity to apply advanced skills including suturing, neonatal resuscitation, and IV cannulation in a supportive team environment

Preferred Requirements

• Demonstrated team leader skills and the ability to support and mentor colleagues in a busy clinical setting
• Advanced clinical skills in maternity care, including antenatal and postnatal assessment and management
• Current Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation certification and competence in IV cannulation
• Suturing skills and experience in birth suite care highly desirable
• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• Current registration as a Clinical Midwife with AHPRA
• Post-graduate qualifications or demonstrated advanced competence in midwifery practice
• Current Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation certification or willingness to obtain it prior to commencement