Registered Midwife - Night Duty

St Vincent's Health Australia Limited; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

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Reconciliation and inclusion culture

Job summary

St Vincent’s Private Melbourne is seeking Registered Midwives for permanent full- or part-time night shifts on our postnatal floor. You will deliver midwifery care within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to evidence-based practices in a supportive environment.

The role requires AHPRA registration, at least 2 years of midwifery experience, and a dedication to patient-focused care. Night shifts run 2130–0730, with opportunities for professional development and a collaborative workplace.

Qualifications

• Registered midwife with AHPRA and current registration.
• Minimum 2 years' midwifery experience (not including postgraduate year).
• Commitment to patient-focused care and teamwork.
• Willingness to work night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver midwifery care for women and babies within a multidisciplinary team.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care in collaboration with other health professionals.
• Provide compassionate, evidence-based care; engage in continuous professional development.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Midwifery experience

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Work under pressure

Job description

Job Description: We are currently seeking Registered Midwives to join us in a permanent full or part-time capacity for night duty positions on our postnatal floor. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic Maternity Services team and provide compassionate care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Registered Midwife, you will be responsible for planning and delivering midwifery care to women and their babies within a multidisciplinary team. You will make decisions regarding patient care and assess, plan, implement, and evaluate that care while working closely with other health professionals. We are looking for midwives who are committed to constant professional development and are eager to work with the latest research and within the best practices. You will be part of a high-performing team providing exceptional care, making every day at work a rewarding and enjoyable experience.

REQUIRED SHIFTS & WORKING HOURS

Night Shift 2130 - 0730: 10-hour shifts

ABOUT YOU

• Authority to practice as a Registered Midwife with AHPRA and current registration
• A minimum of 2 years' experience (not including a post graduate year) in midwifery.
• A strong commitment to providing excellent clinical care.
• A dedication to patient-focused care and working as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to work under pressure.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• The ability to work night shift as described.

WHY WORK FOR SVPHM

• Professional Growth: Join a high-performing team in a respectful, collaborative, and learning environment.
• Salary Packaging: Pay less tax and increase your take-home pay.
• Health & Wellness Benefits: Discounted gym memberships, access to fitness programs, and options to purchase additional leave.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and support for your personal life.
• Employee Benefits: Staff discounts on hospital admissions at any SVHA Private Hospital and more.
• Values-Based Organization: Work for an organization committed to ethical practices, cultural diversity, and reconciliation.

At St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne, we pride ourselves on offering the highest level of therapeutic, medical, and surgical services. We are committed to patient safety, well-being, and recovery. We operate across four locations: Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew, and Werribee.

REQUIREMENTS

• Criminal record and/or child protection checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria for this role.
• SVPHM has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings.
• You are therefore required to comply with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, which, depending on the role you perform in the organisation will require you to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

HAVE A QUESTION AND WANT TO KNOW MORE

If you would like to discuss this opportunity please contact Clara, Nurse Unit Manager, [e-mail] for a confidential discussion.

Closing Date: 4 December 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [e-mail]

View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct

St Vincent’s Private Melbourne is a facility of St Vincent’s Health Australia under the stewardship of Mary Aikenhead Ministries. We are a not for profit Catholic private hospital which operates across four sites at Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee.