Core Midwife - Maternity Unit, Whangarei Hospital

Based at Te Kotuku Maternity Unit, Whangarei HospitalPermanent, part time role (0.6FTE) working 24 hours per week on rostered shifts

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are looking for a New Zealand Registered Midwife to join our secondary maternity unit at Whangarei Hospital.

The registered midwife employed in this role is recognised as an autonomous practitioner who :

Utilises professional knowledge and skill to provide a holistic approach to midwifery care that is safe and of the highest quality possible.Works in partnership with women to ensure they receive quality maternity care whilst they are in hospitalWill work in partnership with women, LMCs and other members of the health care team to ensure maternity care plans are developed, implemented and reviewed to meet the needs of the woman and her baby during the inpatient stayWill provide emergency midwifery support as required and facilitate transfers to other maternity services when neededClick here to view the position description.

About the Service / Location

Join the Te Kotuku Maternity Unit team and be a part of making an important difference within your community.

You will be involved in a variety of midwifery experiences with a focus on supporting you and your career pathway.

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About you

Key Requirements

New Zealand Registered Midwife with Current Practicing Certificate with Midwifery Council of New ZealandEvidence of recent midwifery practice, orRecent midwifery graduates - evidence of enrolment on the Midwifery First Year of Practice ProgrammeEvidence of a Return to Practice ProgrammeGood communication skillsDemonstrate an ability to practice in a culturally safe mannerWorking 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 Maori, 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 10 October 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact

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