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2026 Midwifery Bridging Program


Company : Western Health


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-07-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the 2026 Midwifery Bridging Program role at Western Health7 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the 2026 Midwifery Bridging Program role at Western HealthGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Location: Joan Kirner Women''s & Children''s HospitalEmployment Type: Part-TimeSalary: Grade 2 classification - Year 3 to Year 8Midwifery Bridging Program 2026Location: Joan Kirner Women''s & Children''s HospitalEmployment Type: Part-TimeSalary: Grade 2 classification - Year 3 to Year 8About The RoleThe Registered Nurse/Midwife will contribute to providing quality health and well-being services for our consumers demonstrating novice to expert behaviours across the five domains of leadership, research, evidence-based practice, education and learning, and clinical expertise as identified in the Western Health Nursing & Midwifery Professional Practice Framework.Key ResponsibilitiesThe role of the Registered Nurse/Midwife, working within a multidisciplinary team, incorporates the following activities: unsupervised clinical practice, coordination of care, counselling, health promotion and teaching, consumer advocacy, collaborative consumer and unit management, research, supervision and mentorship/preceptorship, interaction/liaison with multidisciplinary team, accurate and timely documentation.About YouAs a member of the health care team, the Registered Nurse/Midwife is at the forefront of the provision of high-quality midwifery care to consumers on a day-to-day basis. As a healthcare professional, the Registered Nurse/Midwife is accountable for:The maintenance of their own clinical knowledge, further education and working within the confines of their specific scope of practice at all times, in accordance with the boundaries set by their experience and skillEnsuring that they are registered to work as a Registered Nurse/Midwife in Australia at all times whilst working as a nurse/midwife within Western Health and practice in alignment with Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) Registered Nurse/Midwife Standards for PracticePosition DescriptionAbout Western Health:Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbournes western suburbs.With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, womens health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australias most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Womens and Childrens), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a womens prison located in Ravenhall.Why join us?Compensation And BenefitsCompetitive salary packages aligned with market standards.Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.Learning and development opportunitiesAccess the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.P rofessional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.Mentorship and career support.Community impact and inclusionMake a meaningful difference in patients lives through compassionate care.Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.Organisational culture and environmentThrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.Ready to make an impact?If youre passionate about providing Best Care to our patients and working as a valued member of the team, wed love to hear from you. Simply click on the apply button and follow the prompts.If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the ''Employee Login'' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.Closing date: 11:59pm on 2 July 2025Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact, Maeve Codd at GMP@wh.org.au .Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. 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