Clinical Midwife Manager, Womens Health Ward 21 at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Make a Difference: Be part of a dedicated team committed to providing outstanding maternity care for women and their families.
• Middlemore Hospital, Part Time Permanent Role (0.8 FTE)
• Rostered Shifts

Our Organisation:

Health NZ Counties Manukau is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health care delivery within the New Zealand Public Health Sector. We continue to work with others to achieve equity in key health indicators for Maaori, Pacific and communities with health disparities and will continue to develop and implement plans, based on local needs to improve the health and wellbeing of Counties Manukau region. Our main sites are Middlemore Hospital, Kidz First Hospital and Manukau Health Park.

We are part of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, the overarching organisation for New Zealands national health service. HNZ leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. 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 Maaori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

About the role:

Are you an experienced and dedicated Registered Midwife ready to take on a leadership role? We are seeking a skilled and passionate individual to provide expert clinical leadership and direction on one of our Maternity Wards Ward 21. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of women and their whaanau, ensuring the delivery of high-quality midwifery care while promoting evidence-based best practices.

The Registered Midwife in this senior role will oversee the day-to-day clinical management of Ward 21, ensuring the provision of exceptional maternity care. You will work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team, lead by example, and support the ongoing development and implementation of quality initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Leadership: Provide expert clinical leadership, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective maternity care in accordance with New Zealand midwifery professional and Ministry of Health standards.
• Collaboration: Work in partnership with women, Lead Maternity Carers, and the wider multidisciplinary team to develop, implement, and review personalized care plans.
• Emergency Support: Provide emergency midwifery care and facilitate transfers to other maternity services when needed.
• Quality Improvement: Drive quality initiatives and ensure compliance with Health Safety and accreditation standards.
• Professional Development: Provide guidance and mentorship to colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Resource Management: Effectively manage workforce and resource allocation, ensuring the clinical needs of women are met.
• Clinical Incident Support: Attend high-risk clinical incidents, providing expert advice and ensuring the best outcomes for women and their babies.

Essential:

• Registered Midwife with Current NZ Midwifery Registration
• 5+ years recent midwifery experience, inclusive of secondary and tertiary birthing unit experience
• Clinical Leadership Experience: Proven experience in a clinical leadership or management role within a maternity setting.
• Demonstrated understanding of the NZ Maternity Model of Care and Section 88

Why Join Us?

• Make a Difference: Be part of a dedicated team committed to providing outstanding maternity care for women and their families.
• Professional Growth: Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team where leadership and innovation are encouraged.

If you're ready to make a significant impact in the field of maternity care and take on a rewarding senior midwifery role, wed love to hear from you!

Apply online at https://careers.tewhatuora.govt.nz/locations/counties-manukau/ If you have any questions, please contact Midwife Manager Bridget Razey on bridget.razey@tewhatuora.govt.nz or Fran Upoko in the Recruitment Team at nursemidwifejobs@middlemore.co.nz

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

Job Number: CMH202616726

Application Closes: 28 April 2026