Clinical Nurse Midwife - Day Surgery Unit

Position No: Pool Ref 00006481

Work Type: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time

Unit/Directorate: Women and Newborn Health Service - Day Surgery Unit

Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further.

This is a Open Ended Recruitment Pool for permanent full time, permanent part time, fixed term full time and fixed term part time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/ or permanency. 

As "Open Ended" the panel will monitor this recuritment pool and assess applications on a regular basis.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/12/2025. 

North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. 

NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Meridee Abbott  on 08 6458 2262.

About this role

This primary focus of this role is to provide clinical and professional expertise to ensure comprehensive evidence-based midwifery/ nursing care is provided to patients. You are responsible for facilitating and promoting patient safety and quality of care in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australian standards. This role will provide care to meet womens individual clinical, emotional and social needs. 

This position reports to the Clinical Midwifery Manager.

We currently have multiple positions available for immediate start.

What we are looking for

Highly capable and values-driven individuals to join our fantastic team at Women and Newborn Health Service. Midwives with advanced clinical knowledge and proven leadership skills with a health care team. High levels of interpersonal skills and compassion are essential to this role.

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork & Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

Area Profile

KEMH is the State's only tertiary maternity and gynaecological hospital and treated its first patients in 1916. Today more than 6000 births take place at the hospital every year and it is WA's only major referral centre for high-risk pregnancies. KEMH also has a state-of-the-art Special Care Nursery, designed to care for premature and sick infants.

KEMH also cares for approximately 5000 women with gynaecological conditions each year - from urological and cancer related problems to sexually transmitted diseases and reproductive disorders. 

The Day Surgery Unit (DSU) cares for elective and emergency patients who will be discharged on the same day after theatre, medical imaging and infusion procedures. 

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

• Generous salary packaging
• Diverse and inclusive culture
• Discounted public transport
• A smoke free environment
• Flexible leave arrangements 
• Paid study leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Continuous learning
• Professional and location-based allowances

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. 

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact Meridee Abbott, Perioperative Services by phone on 08 6458 2262.

We think you’ll like it here

Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say. 

Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Your application should include:

• A copy of your resume summarising your experience and achievements relevant to this position. 
• A cover letter with a statement (2-3 pages) detailing how you are able to meet the Selection Criteria as listed in the Job Description Form.
• The names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.

Eligibility to Apply:  Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

Fixed term appointments will be made with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. 

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application.