Midwifery Refresher Program

• Do you want to refresh your midwifery career?
• Fully supported program with full-and part-time options
• Update your theoretical and clinical skills
• Successful program participants will be invited to interview for permanent midwifery roles 

Are you a midwife keen to re-enter the hospital or domiciliary midwifery workforce? Apply to the Eastern Health Midwife Refresher Program today!

This is a unique opportunity to return to acute care - delivery/birth suite and pre and post-natal units as part of our maternity services located at Box Hill and Angliss Hospitals. We also have a domiciliary midwifery team working across Melbourne’s outer eastern suburbs.    

About Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We are a values-based organisation committed to research and teaching, and have strong affiliations with Australia’s top universities. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

Places are available on the Eastern Health Midwifery Refresher Program. We will provide you with a supported program of education, clinical teaching, hospital-based learning and additional support whilst regaining confidence, experience and skills in the clinical setting. Prior to commencement of the clinical component at either Box Hill or Angliss hospital, you will be required to complete the theoretical element of the program online through the Australian College of Midwives. This is comprised of 37 core hours of study and access to 16 elective hours. More information can be found Refresher Program for Midwives .Successful applicants will be required to incur the cost of this part of the course themselves.

The clinical component of the refresher program is free, and can be undertaken in a full-time capacity over six weeks (five days per week) or part time over eight weeks. Successful candidates must be able to commit to a minimum of three shifts per week, with two of these shifts on consecutive days. It includes access to clinical educator support, professional development study days, skill acquisition via simulation based learning and clinical placement in the acute ward setting. The PROMPT, NeoResus and FSEP  are included in this program.

The program will commence in July 2022, with the flexibility to start later at a mutually convenient time. There is no requirement to work weekends, public holidays or nights.  The refresher program is not a paid position. Participants will, however, be guaranteed an interview for a permanent position within Eastern Health, upon successful completion of the program.

About you

Your previous acute experience will be favourably considered. To be eligible for the refresher program you must have:

• Current nursing registration with AHPRA (condition free)
• Professional indemnity insurance
• The commitment to complete the program of study and clinical placement hours
• A willing to undergo pre-employment screening, including reference checks and police check
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A high degree of accountability and a supportive and engaging style

Virtual information session will be delivered on Tuesday 21st June at 4 pm. Please register your interest at RNRP@easternhealth.org.au  Additional queries can also be directed to this email address.

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals 

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note: 

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted. 

Eastern Health Values:  Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence 

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date**