Registered Midwife - New Graduate

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau; Northland; Presencial; NZD 52.000 - 70.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora at Whangārei Hospital invites new graduate midwives to join Te Kotuku Maternity Unit. This is an excellent start to your career, offering mentorship, structured learning, and a supportive team as you transition from student to registered practitioner.

Work in a modern maternity unit with exposure to a range of maternity experiences, providing compassionate, evidence‑based care while collaborating with women, whānau and multidisciplinary colleagues on rostered

Formación

• Registered Midwife with current Practising Certificate from the Midwifery Council of New Zealand.
• Recent graduate with evidence of enrolment in the Midwifery First Year of Practice Programme.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to culturally safe, person-centred care.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct midwifery care in Te Kotuku Maternity Unit and inpatient setting.
• Participate in the Midwifery First Year of Practice Programme.
• Learn from and mentor with experienced midwives and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Develop autonomous practice while delivering safe, evidence-based care.
• Support partnerships with women, whānau and LMCs to ensure quality care.
• Assist with transfers to other maternity services when required.

Conocimientos

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural safety

Team collaboration

Educación

New Zealand Registered Midwife

Descripción del empleo

Based at Te Kotuku Maternity Unit, Whangārei Hospital3x permanent, part-time roles available (0.8FTE), working 36 hours per week on rostered shiftsNew Zealand midwifery graduates - experience the perfect blend of professional growth and lifestyle!Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Are you a recent midwifery graduate looking to begin your career in a supportive and welcoming environment? We are seeking a New Zealand Registered Midwife to join our modern maternity unit at Whangārei Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for new graduate midwives to build confidence, consolidate clinical skills, and gain valuable experience across a range of maternity settings while being supported by an experienced and passionate team.

As a Registered Midwife in Te Kotuku Maternity Unit, you will:

• Be supported through your transition from student to practitioner, including participation in the Midwifery First Year of Practice Programme.
• Work alongside experienced midwives and multidisciplinary colleagues who are committed to mentoring and professional development.
• Develop your skills as an autonomous practitioner while providing safe, evidence-based and holistic maternity care.
• Work in partnership with women, whānau, Lead Maternity Carers (LMCs), and the wider healthcare team to ensure high-quality care throughout the inpatient stay.
• Gain exposure to a diverse range of maternity experiences, helping you grow your knowledge and confidence in a supportive clinical environment.
• Provide emergency midwifery support when required and assist with transfers to other maternity services.

About the Service/Location

Join the Te Kotuku Maternity Unit team and be part of making a meaningful difference for women, babies and whānau across Northland.

We understand that starting your midwifery career is an exciting and important step. Our team is committed to supporting new graduates through mentorship, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative working environment where your learning and growth are valued.

Whangārei offers an outstanding lifestyle, with beautiful beaches, outdoor adventures and a strong sense of community, making it a great place to start both your career and your next chapter.

About you

We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate new graduate midwives who are eager to learn and build their careers within a supportive maternity service.

Key Requirements

• New Zealand Registered Midwife with a current Practising Certificate from the Midwifery Council of New Zealand.
• Recent midwifery graduate with evidence of enrolment in the Midwifery First Year of Practice Programme.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to providing culturally safe, person-centred care.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.