Clinical Nurse/Midwife Consultant - Women's and Newborn Program

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Join the Monash Women’s team within Gynaecology/Maternity Services with this opportunity for a Clinical Nurse/Midwife Consultant, with a passion for Women’s Health

• Part-time ongoing opportunity
• Build your passion for delivering women-centred care, with a strong focus on pregnancy choices
• Work with likeminded clinicians and be supported by experienced staff

Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.

About the Role:

Join our team as a Clinical Nurse/Midwife Consultant on an ongoing, Part-time basis to work in the Women’s Health Clinic Service within Monash Women’s.

Reporting to the Midwife Manager of Women’s Clinics/Emerald Team within the Women’s & Newborn Program, you will work closely with the Medical Team Lead to monitor clinical outcomes, drive quality and safety initiatives, strengthen governance processes and lead service improvements. Your leadership will help ensure high-quality care, streamlined service delivery, and optimal outcomes for the women we support.

In this role, you will be responsible for triaging and coordinating the care of women attending the Women’s Health Clinic at Clayton, which provides services in pregnancy choices, early pregnancy complication care, contraceptive services as well as management of minor gynaecological conditions. You will oversee the operational and clinical governance of the clinic, ensuring safe, timely, and evidence-based care, while also leading the delivery of education to support consistent service excellence.

You will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team committed to safe and best-practice care. Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to support Women’s Health services across other satellite locations as needed.

Your specific responsibilities will include:

• Triage and coordinate all incoming clinic referrals.
• Provide trauma-informed care to women in the community accessing a variety of services.
• Liaise with external stakeholders to ensure effective coordination of care.
• Assess clinical practices using research and data analysis to improve health outcomes.
• Use feedback and incident data to drive service improvements.
• Lead the development of women's health guidelines and policies.
• Contribute to strategic planning, research, and staff development to maintain modern, effective services.
• Manage and deliver service improvement projects.
• Produce expert-level reports and presentations for executive audiences.
• Apply innovative thinking to solve complex issues.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure coordinated, patient-focused care aligned with service goals.

About You 

We anticipate significant interest in this role and accordingly we’ll look to you demonstrate:

• A track record of success in senior leadership and management roles within complex health workplaces

• Exemplary interpersonal, facilitation and consultation skills, enabling you to communicate effectively with executive and senior management, internal and external stakeholders and people at all levels
• The ability to think strategically, plan contemporary health services and resolve complex problems associated with competing demands and priorities
• Proven experience valuing, motivating and developing people
• Your demeanour and the way you conduct yourself are evidence of your unwavering commitment to delivering patient centred care. 

To ensure your success in this role you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge:

• Extensive experience in Women’s Health
• Proven ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Strong skills in negotiation, problem-solving, and analysis
• In-depth knowledge of women’s health services, including applicable standards and clinical guidelines
• Skilled in producing high-level written communications for senior leadership

You are a dedicated and professional leader who demonstrates sound initiative and judgment in your decision-making and work planning.  You are passionate about women’s health and have an intimate understanding of contemporary women’s health issues, a clear customer focus and a commitment to actively promoting family-centred care.

In return

This role provides a fabulous opportunity to work with a committed and collaborative multidisciplinary team.  Your energy, enthusiasm and passion will enhance your ability to lead this important and growing function within our Women’s Services team.  You’ll be supported by a highly experienced and well regarded leadership team that values your contribution and is serious about your personal growth and professional development. 

For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please call Maternity Manager Stephanie Hill on 95942457

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We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. 

Applications close: Monday 5th January 2026