Registered Nurse (Student Midwife) - Cairns Hospital

Queensland Government; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government in Cairns is seeking a Registered Nurse currently enrolled in a postgraduate Midwifery Program for a 12–18 month placement in the Cairns Maternity Unit. You will work under the supervision of experienced midwives and contribute to woman‑centred care throughout the maternity pathway.

This rare opportunity supports your postgraduate studies while developing essential midwifery skills in a supportive learning environment near Cairns Hospital.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse currently enrolled in a postgraduate Midwifery Program.
• Placement in the Special Care Unit at Cairns Hospital as required by university.
• Contribute to safe, woman-centred care under supervision of senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of safe, high‑quality maternity care to women.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary maternity team.
• Consolidate midwifery knowledge and clinical skills during the program.
• Progress toward independent midwifery practice under supervision.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Postgraduate Midwifery Program

Job description

The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service covers a large geographic area with a diverse and growing population. The Health Service provides a wide range of primary care, acute and specialist services.Our staff are a part of the community we serve, and we strongly believe that health outcomes are enhanced by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of local health services.Become a part of an exciting opportunity as a Registered Nurse - Student Midwife within the Cairns Maternity Unit. You will provide safe, high-quality, woman-centred care under the supervision and guidance of the maternity team whilst completing your postgraduate Midwifery Program.About us:Our values were developed by our staff, patients and community. They guide our work and actions every day. Our staff are part of the community we serve. We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.About your role:In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality, woman-centred care while consolidating your clinical learning and professional development in accordance with contemporary midwifery practice standards over 12-18 months.This exciting and rare opportunity is available to a Registered Nurse currently enrolled in a postgraduate Midwifery Program. Working under the supervision and support of experienced Registered Midwives, Midwifery Educators, Clinical Midwives, and the Midwifery Leadership Team, you will develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence required to transition from a novice practitioner to a skilled midwife.Support the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for women throughout their maternity journey.Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary maternity team to deliver positive patient outcomes.Consolidate and apply midwifery knowledge and clinical skills within a supported learning environment, whilst completing your university studies.Develop professional competence and confidence while progressing towards independent midwifery practice and maintaining clinical and professional standards.*Please note the Registered Nurse-Midwifery Student will be required to complete their placement in the Special Care Unit, within Cairns Hospital as per university requirement.For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description and Role OverviewVaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.What we offer:Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.Learn what it's like to work with us, in an inclusive and supportive work environment.Discover our dynamic and culturally diverse region through community and lifestyle.Listen to what some of our staff have to say about working in our regions.Visit our website to learn more about our hospitals and health centres.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.