Join Our Team as a Clinical Midwife
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Clinical Midwife to join our dedicated Night Duty team on a permanent part-time basis. This pivotal role involves providing exceptional midwifery and neonate care, acting as a clinical and professional resource, and contributing to the continuous improvement of our services.
About the Role:
As a Clinical Midwife, you will be a vital part of our maternity and neonate care team, demonstrating broad knowledge and clinical expertise. You will apply a high level of critical thinking and problem-solving skills within the clinical setting. Your responsibilities will include:
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Providing comprehensive clinical care for patients and neonates, utilising specialist knowledge and a customer service focus.
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Conducting mental, social, and physical assessments, treatment, and delivery of continuing care/case management for maternity patients and neonates.
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Maintaining a high level of nursing care, including accurate clinical recording and reporting, planning, implementation, and review of nursing care.
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Checking, preparing, and administering all medications in accordance with relevant legislation and organisational policies.
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Observing and implementing Infection Control policies and procedures.
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Participating in the education of all levels of staff, including department orientation, in-servicing, and clinical competence programs.
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Undertaking the role of preceptor for graduate nurses, new employees, and undergraduate students.
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Liaising with Midwifery Unit Managers, Clinical Midwifery Specialists and Specialist Staff Development Midwives to drive education within the unit.
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Managing unpredicted acute situations using advanced problem-solving and clinical decision-making skills.
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Consistently performing accurate and comprehensive patient assessments to address individual short and long-term needs.
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Participating in discharge planning, coordinating activities with other health care professionals.
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When required, you will work in a leadership role in clinical areas, undertaking mentoring and coaching duties, and taking charge of the unit by supervising, leading, directing, and motivating staff.
About You:
You are an experienced and dedicated Midwife with a strong commitment to clinical excellence and education. You possess a high level of clinical expertise and are passionate about supporting both patients and colleagues. You will demonstrate:
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A strong understanding and application of all facets of Midwifery and Neonate care.
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A current RANZCOG FSEP 3 for CTG interpretation.
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Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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A commitment to continuous quality improvement processes.
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The ability to act as a clinical and professional resource.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with patients, doctors, and the team.
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A proactive approach to professional development and staff education.
Remuneration
On offer is a base hourly rate ranging from: $56.40 – 59.93 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (WA Clinical Nurse/Midwife Level 2 gr1-gr4)
What’s in it for You:
At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:
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Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
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Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
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Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
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Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
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Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.
Why Join Ramsay:
At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:
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Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
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A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
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A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.
