Registered Nurse - Transition to Practice (Midwife) (520723) Department of HealthHospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NWMersey Community HospitalApplications must be submitted by Thursday 16 October, :55 PMThursday 16 October, :55 PM AEST Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 3-4$78,179 to $105,995 per annum Employment type: Full Time Region: North West Location: North West Regional HospitalThe Registered Midwife - Transition to Practice is responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of safe, clinically appropriate midwifery care in collaboration with patients/clients, their families and the multidisciplinary health care team to achieve goals and health outcomes.Role - The North West Maternity Service Transition to Practice Midwifery Program (TtPMP) provides support and training to help you thrive as a midwife.The Team - The North West Maternity Services (NWMS) is based at North West Regional Hospital with satellite and community-based services across Mersey Community Hospital, King Island District Hospital, Smithton District Hospital and West Coast District Hospital.
Our service covers the full scope of maternity care including antenatal clinics, parenting education, pregnancy and postnatal assessment, a 4-bed birthing suite, 20-bed inpatient ward, 8-bed special care nursery and extended care midwifery services.
We also offer lactation services and connections with allied health colleagues for social work, women's health physio, diabetes services and perinatal mental health.Key responsibilities - We are expanding our team and are seeking Registered Midwives to deliver high-quality, women-centered maternity services and participate in the Transition to Practice Program.Who should apply - Applications are welcome from postgraduate registered nurse/midwives, direct entry registered midwives and dual degree (registered midwives/registered nurses).
Important note - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for the selection criteria to address in your application.
Why Tasmania The Department of Health Tasmania oversees hospitals across the state and provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.Tasmania offers a temperate climate, lifestyle advantages, and a balanced life.
While this information is promotional, it provides context about the work environment.Details of appointment - Permanent, part-time, up to 64 hours per fortnight, commencing from 18 January 2026.
hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.Applicants should note that, for twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill similar vacancies.Salary - $78,179 to $105,995 per annum, with employer 12% superannuation on top.Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.Access to the Grade 4 salary range $99,455- $105,995 is subject to progression.Additional allowances may be available, including a Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type.Salary Packaging - Benefits including a package option up to $9,010 living expenses + $2,650 in meal entertainment per FBT year, plus other eligible benefits.Benefits available - Travel and relocation assistance up to $15,000 for overseas appointees and up to $10,000 for interstate appointees; professional development and accelerated pathways; leave entitlements including study leave; Fitness Passport access for you and family.More information about employee benefits is available through the department.Successful applicants will be required to meet essential criteria, including:Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.Current Driver's Licence (Community Nurse positions only).
Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable).
Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (where applicable).
Desirable criteria - In line with the Transition to Practice Program: less than six months' experience as a registered midwife; less than two years since completion of Registered Midwife qualifications for registration.Application guidance - Review the Statement of Duties; apply online and answer the questions about you.
A separate statements addressing selection criteria are not required.Contact - Miriam Symons, Midwifery Unit Manager, Phone:, Email: What it is like working at the Department of Health - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are core values.
We encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have questions.Submit your application with the required documents as specified in the vacancy notice.