Clinical Nurse Midwife

Overview

An opportunity exists for talented and enthusiastic Clinical Midwives to join the Team in Broome, Kimberley, for a fixed term or permanent position on a part-time basis. If you are currently an Endorsed Midwife, you are encouraged to apply. Closing date for applications has been extended.

Benefits

• Great benefits including location allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional week annual leave
• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits
• The Country Nursing & Midwifery Incentive Program
• As a WA Country Health Service employee, you're entitled to discounts across some private health care funds

Responsibilities

• The Clinical Midwife is responsible for managing, coordinating and delivering competent midwifery care for patients and their families in the Maternity unit, using leadership and advanced skills and knowledge.
• Acts as a clinical resource and provides clinical supervision and support for Registered Midwives and Student Midwives.
• Demonstrates advanced clinical skills and competencies related to Midwifery; plans, coordinates and makes decisions within the relevant practice setting; incorporates quality and risk management within practice.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Demonstrated advanced clinical skills and competencies related to Midwifery.
• Advanced skills in planning, coordination, and decision-making, with the relevant practice setting.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed team leadership and mentorship skills.
• Ability to provide clinical supervision and support for junior staff and students.

Position Details

The position profile notes: The Clinical Midwife is responsible for managing and coordinating and delivering competent midwifery care for patients and their families, using leadership and advanced skills and knowledge relevant to the Maternity unit. The role acts as a clinical resource and provides supervision and support for Registered Midwives and Student Midwives.

What We Offer – Additional Benefits

• Location-based allowances including additional North West paid leave, District Allowance, annual travel subsidy (ALTC) and air-conditioning subsidy.
• Heavily subsidised housing – Government Regional Officer Housing
• Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA
• Generous salary packaging benefits: up to $9010 for a range of benefits; up to $2650 for meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire; access to novated leasing
• Plus Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits
• Flexible working and leave arrangements
• Professional Development and Continuous learning opportunities
• 12% Superannuation Guarantee
• WA Health supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options where operationally appropriate

The Country Nursing & Midwifery Incentive Program is available to eligible nurses and midwives on fixed-term or permanent contracts at eligible locations, with potential support between $5,000 and $17,000 over 12 months. See the WA Country Health Service website for eligibility criteria.

Area Profile

WACHS Kimberley is the northernmost health region with about 200 Aboriginal communities, over 34 language groups and 45% Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander population. The region includes six hospitals and provides hospital, community health, public health, remote area health, community aged care and mental health services through a dedicated team.

Want to know more

Contact Verity Bradley on or by email at

Eligibility to Apply

Eligible applicants must have valid work authorization (visa to work in Australia for fixed-term or permanent appointments) or be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

How to Apply

Apply online at and include:

• A detailed CV showing relevant experience
• A cover letter outlining suitability
• Names and contact details of two professional referees (one preferably your current/recent supervisor or manager)

Selection Criteria

Please see the attached Job Description Form.

Other Conditions

• Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) required; satisfactory PEHA is a condition of employment
• WWC Check required
• Criminal records and integrity screening may be conducted

WA Health is committed to eliminating discrimination and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. We may use this recruitment process to fill other similar vacancies over the next 12 months.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

---