Registered Undergraduate Student of Midwifery (RUSOM)

1w1 week ago

Tasmanian Government

ZA · Part-time · $66,935 – $73,138

About this role

The Registered Undergraduate Student of Midwifery (RUSOM) works within RUSOM workplace guidelines to provide care as delegated by the Midwife. This occurs under the direction and supervision of the midwife in accordance with the midwifery care plan. The role spans antenatal and postnatal wards including the pregnancy assessment space.

Daily tasks involve delivering delegated midwifery care in a tertiary referral centre handling around 2000 births yearly. Support woman-centred care, family-centred care, and Baby Friendly Health Initiatives principles. Engage effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Join a dynamic team of midwives at the Royal Hobart Hospital, Tasmania's tertiary referral centre. Operate in a rewarding maternity environment focused on high-quality care delivery. Collaborate across various ward settings for comprehensive maternity support.

This fixed-term part-time position offers up to 12 months of shift work experience. Access professional development, study leave, and accelerated pathways. Benefit from salary packaging, superannuation contributions, and employee wellness programs like Fitness Passport.

Requirements

Undergraduate Bachelor of Midwifery student who has completed all first year requirements including clinical placements
Demonstrated understanding of woman-centred care, family-centred care, and BFHI principles
Ability to work as an effective team member in a healthcare environment within multidisciplinary teams
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, communication, written, verbal, and numeracy skills
Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable)
Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (where applicable)
Current First Aid Certificate (desirable)

Responsibilities

Provide care as delegated by the Midwife within RUSOM workplace guidelines
Work under the direction and supervision of the midwife per the midwifery care plan
Support operations across antenatal and postnatal wards
Assist in the pregnancy assessment space
Contribute to woman-centred and family-centred care initiatives
Apply Baby Friendly Health Initiatives (BFHI) principles in practice
Participate in multidisciplinary team activities in maternity settings

Benefits

Employer 12% superannuation contribution on top of salary
Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type
Salary packaging up to $9,010 in living expenses + $2,650 meal entertainment per FBT year
Professional development and accelerated pathways
Study leave and Professional Development Support
Fitness Passport access for $14.50 per week per person or $28.05 for family
Carer Accredited Employer Status under Carer Recognition Act 2023