Associate Midwifery Unit Manager (Amum)

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 24 March, 2024 11:55 PM
Position details
Applications close:
Sunday 24 March, 2024 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5
Salary:
$103,466 to $109,165 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Multiple FTE - F/T & P/Tpos
Region:
North
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
Job description:
We are seeking Associate Midwifery Unit Manager (AMUM) is an experienced midwife who, within the defined area of practice works in partnership with the Midwifery Unit Manager (MUM) and other senior staff, to ensure the efficient and effective provision of care based on best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework.
Launceston is the perfect launchpad for all of your Tassie adventures. Gorgeous wineries on your doorstep, along with magnificent experiences. Add to that the magical natural landscapes for you to explore are endless. When it’s time for work and not play the Women and Children's Department comes into its own. An incredibly supportive and friendly team who leave you feeling appreciated. A well resourced unit who clearly invest in their best asset- their midwives. Collaborative relationships that fulfil our ultimate role, to be “with woman”
The Maternity Unit, Launceston General Hospital:
The Launceston General Hospital (LGH) is the major referral hospital in Northern Tasmania.
As a Registered Midwife you will be part of the team that delivers approximately 1,600 new born babies each year. With a 6 bed Labour Ward, 30 bed Maternity Unit and 9 bed Special Care Unit your work will be fast paced and very rewarding.
You will have the opportunity to work in various models of midwifery care including ante-natal, birth and post-natal including community based post-natal care, Midwifery Group Practice and Team midwifery.
Opportunities for career advancement and access to professional development.
What others have to say about the team:
Oh, so much good to say about Womens and Childrens Services! Very friendly and welcoming core staff, great culture, supportive and respectful collaborative relationships. Ratios that allow for safe and fulfilling patient care
Very skilled core staff. Help is always available in all situations!
A very enjoyable workplace with positive culture, helpful staff, collaborative teamwork across all disciplines, and a commitment to excellence.
Felt welcomed and part of the team from day one. Friendly, social, and skilled team. Workloads are such that you can actually provide Midwifery care. Launceston is a super liveable place, so beautiful with flowers everywhere, everything is within walking distance and soooo many places to eat amazing food.
Great work/life balance
Relocation allowance for successful interstate applicants can be negotiated
The Role:
The Associate Midwifery Unit Manager (AMUM) is an experienced midwife who, within the defined area of practice:
Works in partnership with the Midwifery Unit Manager (MUM) and other senior staff, to ensure the efficient and effective provision of care based on best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework.
Assists the NUM with the planning and management of staff and resources and provides operational leadership through the coordination of the day to day patient care activities, including patient flow.
Note: - Please refer to the
Applicant Guide
How to Apply
Apply Online.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note:
We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.
All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.
For more information
Jenny Pople
Position: Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) Maternity Unit Phone: (03) 6777 8948 E-mail: jennifer.pople@ths.tas.gov.au
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