Dual Qualified Registered Nurse/Midwife – Acute Services

About the role

East Grampians Health Service, a rural health service in Ararat and Willaura, Western Victoria, is seeking a dual qualified Registered Nurse/Midwife for its Acute Services. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with hours negotiable. The applicant reports to the Midwifery & Urgent Care Centre Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Provide quality care to obstetric patients throughout pregnancy and support new mothers, including breastfeeding advice and parenting guidance.
• Ensure clinical practice meets the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Standards for Practice.
• Provide physical, emotional and environmental assistance, alongside counselling and education.
• Plan, deliver, evaluate and review nursing care with patients, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team.
• Prioritise workload by need and acuity, and lead and coordinate work for less experienced staff.
• Supervise and mentor students and less experienced staff in safe, effective care.

Required profile

• Dual certificate in nursing and midwifery.
• Current and up-to-date midwifery skills and knowledge.
• Evidence of training in FSEP, PROMPT, PPH and Neo-Resus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

What we offer

• A regional lifestyle.
• A variety of employee benefits.
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities.

Appointments are subject to immunisation clearance and satisfactory employment checks (police, working with children and NDIS worker screening). Applicants must address the selection criteria and submit an up-to-date resume with two business referees by 10 January 2027.