Job Description - Midwife - Base and Hawera Hospital (TAR05223)
Te Kaupapa – Mission
Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.
We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community.
Taranaki - A place like no other
Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand's most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture.
At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.
When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:
A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department
Access to clinical training and education
Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams
Te Whatu Ora Taranaki maternity service consists of a secondary maternity unit located in Taranaki Base Hospital in New Plymouth, and a primary birthing unit located in Hawera. The maternity unit consists of a combined birthing suite and antenatal ward, and a separate postnatal ward.
In this role you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, caring for whanau through all stages of their maternity journey. You will be able to utilise your knowledge and skills to ensure whanau experience the best possible care.
Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated for the successful applicants.
To be successful in this role you will:
Be registered with the Midwifery Council, or have eligibility, and hold an Annual Practicing Certificate.
Have one year postgraduate experience; however, we encourage New Graduates to apply.
Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Be able to work rostered shifts in all areas of the maternity service: antenatal, birthing suite, the postnatal ward, and the primary unit.
If you want to make an application, click on "Apply Online" from within this page. For further information, please contact Victoria Christian on Email: ******
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