Registered Midwife

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 127,861; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Temporary accommodation

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work-life balance

Generous leave loading

EAP or wellbeing

Job summary

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service in Rockhampton invites a Registered Midwife to join our maternity ward, delivering woman-centred care within a high-performing regional hub serving rural communities.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, provide mentorship to junior staff, and contribute to safety and quality initiatives while benefiting from relocation support, temporary accommodation, professional development opportunities, flexible work‑life balance, and generous

Qualifications

• Registered Midwife with AHPRA registration.
• Solid midwifery knowledge and clinical skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and students.
• Strong teamwork and communication capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, woman-centred midwifery care in antenatal/postnatal wards.
• Assess, plan, and implement individualized care with women and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate services and maintain safety and quality.
• Support governance by following guidelines and documenting outcomes.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior staff and students.

Skills

Midwifery knowledge

Clinical skills

Interpersonal communication

Evidence-based practice

Mentoring

Education

AHPRA Registered Midwife

Job description

Joining our maternity ward allows you to practice within a high-performing referral hub while building deep connections with regional and rural families in our care.

You will work alongside a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that champions clinical excellence, best-practice governance, and the continuous development of its people. Whether you are an experienced practitioner looking for a fulfilling change of pace or a motivated professional eager to expand your regional clinical scope, you will find an environment here that actively supports your career trajectory.

We recognize that a change of scenery is a big step, which is why we offer tailored relocation assistance to seamlessly connect your professional growth with the vibrant coastal lifestyle waiting for you here.

About us

Maternity Services at Rockhampton Hospital stands as the primary birthing hub for Central Queensland, welcoming roughly 1,400 new babies each year. Our comprehensive service includes a 15-bed Antenatal/Postnatal ward, a Maternity Assessment Unit, a 5-bed Birth Suite, and a Level 4 Special Care Nursery. Our connected teams focus on delivering amazing care and fostering healthy communities through strong local partnerships.

About the role

• Provide comprehensive, woman-centred midwifery care across the inpatient antenatal and postnatal ward environments.
• Assess, plan, and implement individualised care delivery in direct partnership with women and their families.
• Collaborate within an active interdisciplinary team to coordinate services and ensure high safety and quality standards.
• Support clinical governance by adhering to and reviewing established guidelines, protocols, and database measures.
• Provide guidance, preceptorship, and mentoring to junior staff, enrolled nurses, and midwifery students.

About you

• You hold current registration as a Registered Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• You demonstrate solid midwifery knowledge and clinical skills to confidently assess, plan, and evaluate patient care.
• You exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills that support effective teamwork, delegation, and clinical supervision.
• You commit to evidence-based practice and actively participate in continuous clinical safety and quality initiatives.
• You display the intrinsic motivation to continually progress your competencies along the continuum toward advanced practice.

What we offer

• Remuneration up to $127,861 p.a., comprised of an hourly rate between $44.06 - $56.51 p.h., 12.75% employer superannuation contribution, and 17.5% leave loading.

Additional Benefits

• Reimbursed relocation fees up to $2000.
• Temporary accommodation – 6 weeks.
• Ongoing professional development and education opportunities.
• Flexible work‑life balance and variety.
• Generous salary sacrificing options.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted private health insurance.
• Fitness passport.

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1‑2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms or evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance

• Contact [e-mail]
• Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR).

Applications close: Sunday, 30 August 2026

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