Registered Midwife - Maternity - Kaitaia Hospital

Overview Maternity Services, Kaitaia Hospital – Full time and part time positions available on rostered shifts. Experience one of the most beautiful regions in NewZealand with some of the best fishing, surfing, diving and trekking the country has to offer. Health NewZealand | TeWhatuOra is firmly grounded in the principles of TeTiritioWaitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all NewZealanders. About the Role We are looking for Midwives to join our rural maternity ward at Kaitaia Hospital. The role requires a commitment to provide an exceptional Maternity Service to our community. You will be an important member of the team requiring good communication skills, clinical skills and experience across pregnancy, birthing and postnatal care. The position is on a roster basis of 12‑hour shifts including days, nights and weekends. The Registered Midwife is 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. Will 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. Will provide emergency midwifery support as required and facilitate transfers to other maternity services when needed. About the Team / Service / Location Kaitaia Hospital is Health NewZealand's northernmost hospital. It is a general hospital serving a widely scattered population. The 20‑bed hospital has a general ward, maternity and emergency ward with all the supporting services, and provides a substantial community health service. In our small rural unit, Midwives provide care to inpatients, carry out assessments and respond to acute presentations as needed. Midwives also work alongside colleagues as required to provide midwifery support. This is a role for a midwife with high professional standards and integrity, who wants to provide a service they are proud of. About you We are looking for Midwives who are committed to whanau‑centred care that is delivered respectfully. Requirements include: Registration with the NewZealand Midwifery Council and a current APCC. Evidence of recent midwifery practice, or evidence of a Return to Practice Programme. Communication skills. Full NZ driver's licence. Experience working in a multi‑disciplinary team. Willingness to work at Health NewZealand. How to Apply All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 23rd July 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Recruitment Team on [email protected]. Health NewZealand | TeWhatuOra EEO Statement Health NewZealand | TeWhatuOra is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of NewZealand. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr