Student Midwife Employed Program

Student Midwifery Program - Western Australia Welcome to St John of God Health CareSt John of God Health Care is one of the largest private providers of health care services in Australia, employing more than 16,000 employees (caregivers). We operate 27 hospitals and services comprising more than 3,500 hospital beds, including home nursing, disability services and social outreach programs.With over 127 years' experience in health care, we have an excellent reputation as a caring, nurturing and supportive employer. Learning is highly valued and there are many opportunities for professional development.St John of God Health Care has new and exciting paid Post Graduate Student Midwife opportunities, in partnership with the University of Notre Dame (UNDA). As one of the largest health care providers, we have a sole focus on patient care and will invest our resources being YOU! We will provide onsite training to ensure that we build skill and confidence to become the midwife you want to be.We are seeking applications from Registered Nurses who would like to gain a Registered Midwife qualification, to join us on the 2024 Student Midwife Employed Program. This opportunity will enable you to be paid whilst gaining the clinical experiences and academic requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Midwifery at UNDA.You will be offered employment on a permanent part time basis, working as a Registered Nurse/Student Midwife, with access to paid study leave.While a place on the Notre Dame University Graduate Diploma in Midwifery course is guaranteed for successful candidates, the enrolment into the course and payment of course fess is arranged directly with the university and is the responsibility of the participant.Opportunities are available at the below hospitals;St John of God Bunbury HospitalSt John oh God Geraldton HospitalSt John of God Subiaco HospitalSt John of God Murdoch HospitalSt John of God Midland Public & Private HospitalIf you have a keen interest in a supported career pathway into midwifery, this is the opportunity that you have been waiting for!In addition to the numerous benefits of working at one of Australia's leading private health providers, we offer the following under this employed model; A diverse range of clinical rotations in our maternity unitsRostered shifts in a maternity setting that count towards your clinical placement hours for the post-graduate coursePaid supernumerary rotations in birth suite and neonatesIntensive preceptor and clinical educator support, in addition to UNDA facilitator supportPermanent employmentOpportunity to apply for a scholarship to cover course fess, for eligible applicantsAn opportunity for a pathway into our Graduate Midwife Program on completion of your qualificationGenerous salary packaging optionsWellness programs.Access to a variety of employee discountsThe Requirements:Required to be enrolled or eligible to enrol in the 2024 Graduate Diploma of Midwifery at the University of Notre DameCurrent registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)At least one year post graduate experience as a Registered NurseMust be eligible to work in AustraliaExpectation to remain employed as a Registered Midwife at St John of God Health Care for 12 months post completion of qualificationApplicants are asked to submit a cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining their experience St John of God Health Care embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. We are committed to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable people in our care and proactively take measures to protect children/vulnerable people from abuse.For enquires please contact Lauren Robertson, Early Career Coordinator on (08) 6116 0518Applications close 3rd April 2024