Western NSW Local Health District Hiring for District Clinical Midwifery Educator Job at Cowra Full Time

Challenge yourself. Make an impact. Shape the future of rural health.

To be considered for interview, candidates must address the Selection Criteria in the Position Description.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 30 Jun 2022)
Position Classification: Clinical Midwife Educator
Remuneration: $50.37 – $52.00 ph (plus super)
Hours per week: 14
Location: Cowra, Forbes or Parkes

District Clinical Midwifery Educator
WNSWLHD Integrated Care Directorate

About the role:

The Clinical Midwifery Educator provides clinical leadership, education and support through the facilitation of clinical knowledge and skill development of nurses and midwives to promote learning and competence in the clinical setting. This position will work across the Level 3 Maternity Services in WNSWLHD – including Mudgee, Cowra, Parkes and Forbes.

This is a targeted position in accordance with GSE Rule 26: Employment of eligible persons. Whereby Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and, where found suitable, will be given higher priority under affirmative action in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants, then applications from non-Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be considered.

Where you’ll be working:
Western NSW Local Health District serves a population of 276,000 people dispersed across more than 31% of the land mass of NSW.

We’re big, with services provided from 38 inpatient facilities, 50 primary and community health services, 23 community mental health facilities and a world leading virtual care service. We operate as one health service across many locations, so the opportunities to develop and work to the top of your scope, building your career credentials is vast!

The Integrated Care Directorate provides a range of strategic, operational and clinical support services. Some of the clinical programs include Aged Care, Maternal, Child and Family Health, Dental Health, Women’s Health, HIV, Aids and Related services. These are provided locally, across the LHD, some cross border and State-wide services. These services and programs are closely governed through State or Commonwealth reporting for contracted activities, workforce, patient experience and values based systems of care. Partnerships with other health and social care agencies are foundational to meeting the needs of our vulnerable populations.

About us:
WNSWLHD is the largest employer in the region, with over 7,700 dedicated staff working across 3 major rural referral hospitals, 50 community health centres, numerous corporate and executive offices and 38 inpatient facilities – which include 25 multipurpose services and 4 district health services.

We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging, by recognising and valuing the skills and strengths each person can bring to our organisation. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse groups.

Watch our video to find out what it is like to work with the Western NSW Local Heath District:

Some of the benefits of working with us include:

• Genuine support in an inclusive, compassionate and caring team environment.
• Interesting and challenging work that will bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope and fast track your career.
• Greater autonomy and responsibility to reach your full potential.
• Opportunities to make an impact and shape the future of rural health through involvement in projects, innovations and research.
• Opportunities for learning and development, including access to a mentoring program and in-house training with our Organisational Development Unit and eLearning system.
• Access to Fitness Passport and free and confidential counselling services.