Registered Midwife - Postnatal - RPAH

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Paid Parental Leave

Annual Leave loading

Meal entertainment allowance

EAP counselling

Job summary

NSW Health at Sydney Local Health District invites applications for Registered Midwife roles at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney. The positions are Permanent Full Time and Part Time (minimum 24 hours per week) with hourly remuneration and benefits.

We offer ongoing professional development, mentorship, and a supportive team focused on patient care excellence. Eligible candidates must have AHPRA registration and be able to work a 7-day rotating roster with 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Current midwifery registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work a 7 day rotating roster with 12 hour shifts.
• Understanding of evidence informed practice and critical thinking.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

7-day roaster working 12-hour shifts

Evidence-informed practice

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Part Time (minimum 24 hours per week)
Position Classification:Registered Midwife
Remuneration:$41.22 - $57.88 per hour + Superannuation + Annual Leave Loading
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID:REQ697466

If you are dedicated to providing outstanding customer and patient care we would love you to join our team!

About Us

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest-growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. It fosters innovation, values its people, and supports ongoing professional growth. Every day, our staff make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve. Come build an exciting and rewarding career with us!

Where you will be based

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH), established in 1882, is one of Australia’s most respected hospitals with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national, and international communities. As a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare, RPAH offers world-class facilities and services. Our dedicated, innovative, and caring staff are committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

About the Role

We’re committed to helping you grow and feel confident in every stage of your midwifery journey. Whether you’re a newly graduated midwife looking to consolidate your skills, or an experienced clinician wanting to expand your scope, we provide ongoing education and professional development tailored to your goals.

Our team has access to regular in-service education sessions, simulation-based training, clinical support from experienced educators, and structured mentorship to help you develop both confidence and competence. You’ll have opportunities to upskill in areas such as venepuncture, cannulation, perineal suturing, postnatal education, and newborn assessment, all within a supportive environment that values learning, teamwork, and professional growth.

We have after hours support from Postnatal Clinical Resource Midwives, and the RPAH Women & Babies service is supported by a Midwifery Unit Manager 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

For more information, please view the Position Description

• Current midwifery registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work a 7 day rotating roster working 12 hour shifts
• Understanding of evidence informed practice and critical thinking.

All candidates must have full working rights within Australia

Benefits and Perks!

Monthly Accrued Day Off( for full time employees )

Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!

Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading

Extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus

Meal entertainment reimbursement up to $2,650 per year

Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education

Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling and support for staff and their families

Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit s

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004) .

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

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