Neonatal & Postnatal Support Nurse (NPSN)

Employment Type -  Temporary Part Time

Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)

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• Barwon Health is excited to offer multiple temporary Registered Nurse positions within a new Department of Health pilot project to support midwifery staff in the care of Neonates on the Postnatal ward.
• This is your chance to enhance your career with Victoria's largest regional Health Service
• Unlock your potential with professional development opportunities in a supportive environment

About Barwon Health

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

About the Role

This supernumerary role is designed to complement and support midwifery care. Neonatal Postnatal Support Nurse (NPSN) will work under the overarching auspice and oversight of the midwifery team and will not be directly allocated patients. In accordance with the NPSN role description the NPSN will support midwives to provide care for a defined group of unqualified newborns requiring additional clinical care in the postnatal ward and support where possible the post-surgical care of women, including those who have undergone caesarean section. Refer to the NPSN role description for further details pertaining to the responsibilities and duties of the NPSN.

The aim of the pilot is to support midwives in the delivery of safe, timely and quality patient-centred care to women and their babies. Additionally, the NPSN will be exposed to the profession of midwifery which is intended to result in the NPSN undertaking post graduate studies in midwifery, neonatal nursing, women's health or a related field.  

A peer support program will be offered to participants of the pilot program for the first 12 months to ensure they receive robust support from leading professionals in nursing and midwifery. The program will be coordinated by Safer Care Victoria (SCV) in collaboration with the Department of Health and the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF). After this period, participants will move to local organisational support as required as part of business-as-usual model.

About the facility

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

About the culture

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's commitment to professional development.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
• Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

About Geelong - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean 'Tongue of Land'.

• Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
• Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
• Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
• Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes

To learn more about the region, click here. 

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.

We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.

We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at  with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you.

Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.

This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.

Contact person:  Marie Glover
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Application closing date: 18th September 2025

Position Description

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