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Registered Nurse (Student Midwife) - Women's Health Unit
Mackay Base Hospital
Mackay Hospital and Health Service provides health services in a range of regional, community and rural settings. Join an expanding Health Service with a culture of collaboration, trust, respect and teamwork.
Our workplace is fast paced, challenging and supportive, where every employee plays a critical role in our success.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Midwifery |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 5 |
| Workplace Location | Mackay region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/653525 |
| Closing date | 28-Sep-2025 |
| Job duration | Refer to Role Description |
| Contact person | MHHS Nursing and Midwifery Workforce |
| Contact details | 07 4885 7716 Access the National Relay Service |
Role details
The Women's Health Unit at the Mackay Base Hospital is seeking applications for a Registered Nurse (Student Midwife) to join their team on a Temporary Part Time (40 - 48 hours p.f.) basis, from date of appointment for up to 18 months.
How to apply and for mandatory requirements regarding this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
Your opportunity
The Registered Nurse (Student Midwife) provides nursing services within the Women's Health Unit; and demonstrates competence in the provision of nursing care as specified by registration requirements, NMBA standards and codes, educational preparation, relevant legislation, and context of care under the guidance of the Registered Midwife. The RN-Student midwife works predominantly in the Postnatal/Gynaecological ward whilst completing a Postgraduate Diploma of Midwifery.
About the Team
The Women's Health Unit has approximately 1500 births per year and is a referral service for rural facilities within the Mackay Health Service District. It consists of an 18-bed inpatient postnatal ward, 6 birthing suites, Special Care Nursery and a Birth Centre located alongside the unit. Multiple midwifery models of care consist within our unit. Opportunities for continuing education and advancement are offered and teamwork is a central value.
About our Hospital and Health Service
Mackay Hospital and Health Service has 6 hospitals, 2 multi-purpose health services and 4 community health centres that employ more than 3,700 staff. The district covers an area of approximately 90,000km2 and provides services to patients and their families in Bowen, Cannonvale, Clermont, Collinsville, Dysart, Glenden, Mackay, Middlemount, Moranbah, Proserpine and Sarina.
Some of our great benefits on offer
- Competitive wages, salary packaging and leave entitlements
- Flexible working arrangements
- A diverse work culture
- Career development
- Professional development opportunities
- Education opportunities, Study and Research
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applicants are to apply online and supply the requested documentation by attaching to their online application. Applications remain current for 12 months (permanent roles) or for the duration of the vacancy (temporary roles).
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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Role Description (PDF, 2.52MB)
Role Description
QH Information for Applicants (PDF, 939KB)
Information Package for Applicants
