Job Title: Neonatal and Postnatal Support Nurse
Posting Start Date: 29/10/2026
Posting End Date: 13/11/2026
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Multiple part time (0.4 EFT to 0.8 EFT), fixed term roles until June ****
Parkville location, with multiple public transport options available
$86,580 – $102,346 (pro-rata for part time) + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave
Recruitment will take place over two intakes, with the first cohort commencing before the new year and the second in ****. Please specify your preferred intake in your cover letter.
The Royal Women's Hospital is one of Australia'soldest and most distinguishedtertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns, offering specialised services within maternity, neonatal and women's health. Our goal is to be the best place to work, learn and contribute, and to provide exceptional experiences for our patients and consumers.
About the team
The Postnatal Ward provides short-term inpatient care to women, babies and families following birth. The service provides care for women and babies with both low and high clinical acuity, ensuring safe, evidence-based and woman-centred care.
Postnatal staff work within a multidisciplinary environment, collaborating closely with medical, nursing, midwifery and allied health teams to support the health and wellbeing of mothers and newborns.
Care is delivered through a coordinated approach that promotes early identification and management of clinical concerns, supports positive transitions to community-based services, and ensures care across the postnatal journey.
About the role




This role is specific to the provision of neonatal care within the postnatal ward setting and works in partnership with midwives to deliver comprehensive care to newborns requiring assessment, monitoring and support during their inpatient stay.
About you
We are seeking compassionate and motivated Registered Nurses with an interest in neonatal and postnatal care to join this exciting new pilot program at the Women's.
You will bring excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative working relationships across a multidisciplinary team. You will be organised, adaptable and able to effectively prioritise your workload in a dynamic clinical environment, while maintaining a high standard of family-centred care.
You'll bring with you:
Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
A minimum of one year's experience as a Registered Nurse within an acute setting
Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and manage competing clinical demands
Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
A compassionate and versatile approach to caring for women, babies and families
A commitment to collaborative practice and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team
At the Women's you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning. We have a robust sense of purpose and engage in meaningful work every day.



We offer our people a range of rewarding benefits, including:
Up to $11,660 in salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation
A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted financial, lifestyle and health options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
Onsite post office, eateries, retail stores and library services
Breastfeeding and pumping rooms, and a range of daycare centres nearby
Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities
Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading and purchased leave options
Inclusion and belonging
The Women's celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles. We are committed to gender equity principles, and our people have an awareness of and sensitive approach to violence against women and family violence matters. We are proudly Breastfeeding Association accredited and, as a child safe organisation, have a strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and a valid Working with Children Check. Clinical staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, COVID-19, influenza, and a range of other diseases.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Andrea Collins via email on ******.
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📌 Neonatal And Postnatal Support Nurse (Melbourne)
🏢 The Royal Women's Hospital
📍 Melbourne