About us

Emerald Hospital is the main birthing hub for the Central Highlands, welcoming around 350 babies each year! Our Maternity Services support families throughout their journey, from antenatal care and education to labour, birth and postnatal support.

Our Regional Midwifery Group Practice (MGP), established in 2012 as the first of its kind in Central Queensland, is one of Queensland's longest-running programmes. Working alongside our maternity team and Child Health Team, we're passionate about providing personalised, family-centred care and helping local families get the best possible start.

About the role

Lead with confidence: Provide expert clinical leadership, support high-quality patient care, and champion safe, evidence-based nursing practices.

Make safety a priority: Promote a culture of quality improvement, identify and manage risks, and ensure clinical practices meet CQ Health standards and professional guidelines.

Support and inspire your team: Mentor, educate and develop nursing staff and students, encourage professional growth, and help build a positive, supportive workplace.

Collaborate: Work closely with the Nurse Unit Manager and multidisciplinary team to strengthen communication, improve services, and deliver the best possible outcomes for patients and families.

About you

You're a Registered Midwife with current AHPRA registration and a practising certificate. Postgraduate qualifications in your area of expertise are a bonus!

Committed to safe, evidence-based midwifery practice, continuous improvement and finding better ways to support women and their families.

Bring strong clinical knowledge,



advanced problem-solving skills and an understanding of relevant legislation, standards and best practice. You enjoy sharing your knowledge and helping others grow.

Build positive relationships, communicate with empathy and professionalism, and work collaboratively with colleagues, patients and the wider multidisciplinary team.

What we offer

Total remuneration value of up to $165,568 p.a. including 35% caseload loading is comprised of:

An hourly rate between $77.98 - $83.50 p.h. including 35% caseload loading

12.75% employer superannuation contribution

17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

Ongoing Career development and Education Opportunities

Professional development leave and allowance

Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety

Generous Salary Sacrificing Options

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply

To apply, please submit the following:

Your current CV or resume, including referees.

A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.

Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance

Contact [email protected]

Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH6J694790

Applications close: Tuesday, 27 October 2026

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📌 Clinical Midwife - Caseload (Rockhampton)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Rockhampton