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SalaryEmployment Type: Casual, up to 38 hours per week
Location: Campbelltown Hospital
Position Classification: Assistant in Midwifery
Remuneration: $25.38 - $27.85 per hourRequisition ID: REQ483226
Application Close Date: 05/05/2024
Interview Date Range: 08/05/2024 – 15/05/2024
Contact Details: Caroline Bester – 0434361362 |About the Opportunity
Campbelltown Hospital is seeking undergraduate midwifery students to offer the opportunity to join our state of the art Maternity Services team, within our casual pool. This unique role provides a valuable hands-on experience for students seeking to complement their academic studies with real-world practice in a clinical setting. As an Assistant in Midwifery, you will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining insight into the complexities and rewards of maternal healthcare. Join us in shaping the future of maternity care while expanding your knowledge and skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. Campbelltown Hospital welcomes undergraduates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of expectant mothers and their families.Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse and is always focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities.What You'll Be Doing
The Assistant In Midwifery will assist the registered nurse and enrolled nurse with the planning, provision and documentation of patient care, working within the framework of the policies of SWSLHD, the Ministry of Health and the NSW legislative and statutory requirements.Where You'll Be Working
Be a part of a healthcare provider which is responsive to the needs of its consumers and shape the future of the community in which you live!Campbelltown Hospital is one of NSW’s newest most progressive hospitals which services the community in which you live. This is an incredible opportunity to become part of the team which is dedicated to providing the best possible patient care to the Macarthur community and beyond. With state of the art facilities, the hospital is an exciting hub of diverse presentations and clinical experiences.The management team focus on being approachable, innovative and being responsive to the feedback provided by the staff who make our hospital thrive. The team are forward thinkers who are looking to drive a sociable, friendly and vibrant environment where patient experience is at the forefront of every interaction.We recognise value and are looking to ensure the highest quality team.How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our for information on how to respond to criteria and . * Current enrollment in and successful completion of at least two semesters of a Bachelor of Nursing with a satisfactory academic record and completion of at least two clinical placements (must be attached to application)
- Demonstrated ability to work under supervision and provide safe compassionate quality care that is culturally responsive
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs
- Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise
- Demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking as it relates to the delivery of evidenced based nursing care
- Demonstrated understanding and participation in risk management, work health and safety and quality improvement in the workplace
- A thorough understanding of scope of practice and demonstrated ability to work within scope boundaries.
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South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including .Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.Connect with us on , and .
