Midwife Clinical Coach, Maternity North

About the Company At Health NZ Counties Manukau, we are a progressive organization dedicated to delivering innovative health care within the New Zealand Public Health Sector. We strive to achieve equity in key health indicators for Māori, Pacific, and communities facing health disparities. Our commitment is to develop and implement initiatives based on local needs to enhance the health and well-being of the Counties Manukau region. Our main facilities include Middlemore Hospital, Kidz First Hospital, and Manukau Health Park, and we operate under the umbrella of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, overseeing the national health service. About the Role We are currently seeking a dedicated Midwife Clinical Coach to join our team in a part-time, permanent role (0.7 FTE) with rostered shifts. If you are an experienced and passionate midwife with a commitment to nurturing the next generation of clinical practitioners, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact. As a Midwife Clinical Coach, you will provide expert clinical education and guidance to midwives at various stages of their careers, fostering professional development, enhancing clinical skills, and ensuring culturally safe, evidence-informed practice in a dynamic and supportive environment. Purpose of the Position In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting new graduate midwives (Midwifery First Year of Practice - MFYP), midwives returning to practice, and those needing to refresh their clinical skills. Your expertise will help guide them through their clinical transitions, ensuring they develop into confident and competent practitioners. Furthermore, you will promote a learning environment that enhances staff retention and reduces stress through structured coaching, education, and support. Key Responsibilities - Provide one-on-one and group coaching to midwives to enhance their clinical skills and confidence in practice. - Role model clinical excellence and culturally safe practice while supporting midwives in achieving their individual learning goals. - Assist with the orientation and clinical support of new staff and midwives entering the maternity service. - Contribute to the development and enhancement of the midwifery new graduate programme, ensuring it provides high-quality support for new midwives. - Collaborate closely with tertiary institutions to build strong relationships with students and facilitate a smooth transition from education to practice. - Identify Māori and Pacific midwives who may benefit from additional cultural support and connect them with relevant resources. - Advocate for and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives within the maternity service. - Encourage midwives to develop critical thinking skills, enabling them to provide the best possible care for women and their whānau. Requirements - New Zealand Registered Midwife with Current APC - Minimum of 5 years recent experience post-registration - At least 2 years of inpatient clinical experience Benefits Joining our team means you will be part of an organization where people and their lives matter. We are a values-based and inclusive organization committed to achieving the best health outcomes for our community. We encourage applications from all backgrounds that align with our values, particularly from Māori and Pacific communities. Additionally, we are dedicated to our Disability Strategy, focusing on the accessibility needs of people with disabilities across our services. If you are ready to advance your midwifery career and have a passion for coaching and developing others, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please visit our website at http://www.countieshealthjobs.com. For more information, you may contact Fran Upoko in the Recruitment Centre at nursemidwifejobs@middlemore.co.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement. Job Number: CMH202515029 Application Closes: 14 May 2025 At Counties Manukau Health, our values are Valuing Everyone (Whakawhanaungatanga), Kindness (Manaakitanga), Togetherness (Kotahitanga), and Excellence (Rangatiratanga). If these values resonate with you, we invite you to join us today.