Midwife / New Graduate Midwife

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Palmerston North Hospital, Permanent. Part time

Come and be a part of a multidisciplinary team that is making a difference in the outcomes for women and whānau across the MidCentral District and Aōtearoa New Zealand. We are seeking New Registered Midwife Graduates to join us in our supportive team where we stive to provide individualised, evidence based and women / whānau centered care.

If you are a new graduate we provide a comprehensive onboarding and supportive orientation programme, individually tailored to your needs, led by our Clinical Coach and Midwifery Educator. You will have fantastic opportunities to work alongside and become a part of our highly skilled and professional team.

We are a secondary level facility and provide care for 2000 women / whānau across the district per year, either at Palmerston North Regional Hospital, or our two primary birthing units, Te Papaioea (Palmerston North) and Kōhungahunga (Levin).

An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged

• A professional and supportive culture and team setting
• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
• Tailored wellness programmes
• Opportunities for formal and informal professional development
• Professional supervision and support
• Opportunities for additional remuneration through QLP
• Access to self-development, areas of special interest and involvement with quality initiatives
• Flexible working practices (we support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference in the outcome and experience of women / whānau
• Free flu vaccinations
• Comprehensive staff discount scheme with local businesses

About the Team / Service

Our team at Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua | MidCentral is passionate about delivering innovative programmes to improve the maternity outcomes for women / whānau in MidCentral and across Aōtearoa New Zealand. We are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles and welcome you to join us in this journey.

The culture at MidCentral is driven by our core values of being accountable, respectful, caring and courageous.

We are situated in the middle of the MidCentral district, with easy access to Wellington, Hawkes Bay, Wairarapa, and the central North Island to cater for a wide range of interests and activities. We are a young city with easy living and accessibility offering the perfect mix of lifestyle outside of a main city.

Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral (MidCentral) is part of Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora and provides healthcare services to over 180,000 people across the Manawatū, Horowhenua and Tararua regions. With a large hospital campus in Palmerston North, it also provides key health care and support services to neighbouring communities.

We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.

About the Location

Manawatū offers the perfect blend of city convenience and rural charm. Whether you're drawn to peaceful village life, vibrant townships, or the buzz of the city, you'll find your ideal lifestyle here. It's a family-friendly region that's easy to live in and even easier to love. The region is also home to excellent schools and two tertiary institutions : Massey University and the International Pacific College.

Outdoor enthusiasts are spoiled for choice—beaches, ski fields, lakes, and mountains are all within reach, along with fantastic hiking and mountain biking tracks. With no traffic and a short commute to work, achieving true work‑life balance is the everyday reality.

Our central location makes it easy to explore the rest of New Zealand, whether you're heading off on a road trip or catching a short flight.

For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here

About you

We would love to hear from you if you are new in your midwifery care, or if you have lots of experience. This is a great opportunity to become a part of a highly skilled and professional multidisciplinary team.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Helen Manoharan, Nursing / Midwifery Recruitment Consultant (Email : )

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North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui - Palmerston North

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