Job Title: Clinical Midwife
Location: Geraldton
Unit/District: Midwest - Maternity
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
This is a Permanent or Fixed Term appointment at various hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Midwife to join the Maternity team at Geraldton Health Campus – Midwest.
To be successful, you will have:
* Be eligible for registration in the category of Midwife by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
* Demonstrated advanced midwifery practice within the relevant practice setting.
* Demonstrated advanced skills in planning, coordination and decision making, within the relevant practice setting.
* Demonstrated well-developed team leadership and membership skills.
* Demonstrated well-developed communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrates incorporation of quality and risk management within practice.
* Eligible for / or in possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers licence.
Position Profile:
Maintain National Competence for Registered Midwife to practice in accordance with the Nurses & Midwives Board of Australia.
Maintain advanced skills and competence in the provision of patient assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of delivery of care, within the practice setting.
Performs the role of clinical expert for the Maternity unit/hospital, providing professional advice and assistance in relation to clinical standards and practice, in conjunction with the Unit manager.
Coordinates the operational management of the unit, on a shift-by-shift basis as required.
Assists the Unit manager with forward resource planning and implementation of management strategies, particularly monitoring industrial workload indicators.
Performs a leadership role in multi-disciplinary services to ensure a high standard of health care delivery.
Assists the Clinical Nurse Manager with monitoring of midwifery practice and implementation of strategies to manage.
Actively participate in improvement and research programs in conjunction with others to improve the unit or hospital health care service.
Performs a midwifery leadership role in unit based decision-making and assists the clinical nurse manager to monitor the achievements of the unit/hospital.
Identifies patient education needs and implements appropriate teaching, including coordination of patient education programs.
What we offer:
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
* Location based allowances
* Relocation allowance (For further information refer to "Relocation incentive" attachments)
* Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA
* Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses
* Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
* Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses
* Flexible working and leave arrangements
* Professional Development opportunities
Area Profile:
The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Midwest health region of Western Australia covers more than 470,000 square kilometres, nearly one fifth of the State, with its population concentrated along the coast.
The region is located in the northern middle section of Western Australia and incorporates three health districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison, is recognised for its unique natural environment and is a culturally diverse region with Aboriginal people representing 13% of the overall population.
Eligibility to Apply:
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
How to Apply:
Applicants are requested to apply online. Please provide the following information as part of your application:
* A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role
* A cover letter outlining their suitability for this position
* A document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF)
* The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.
Selection Criteria:
Please see the attached Job Description Form
Other Conditions:
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility.
WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process.
Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).
Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position.
An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.