Theresa Jamieson-Clark
Woongarrah,NSW
Summary
During my time as Midwifery Unit Manager, I have demonstrated that I am a proven leader in midwifery management. I have significantly enhanced unit efficiency and patient satisfaction at CCLHD by implementing quality improvement initiatives and fostering multi-disciplinary collaboration for the best outcomes for the women and families in the unit.
I have also demonstrated my responsibilities in financial management with commitment to the units KPI's and undertaken practices to ensure the unit operates within its resources.
I have demonstrated my commitment to women-centred care coordination, with the implementation of focused communication boards and patient inclusion in handover practices.
I excel in clinical leadership and effective communication, ensuring high standards of care occurs by my investment,coaching and monitoring of staff development and improvement of culture.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acting Midwifery Unit Manager, Antenatal
CCLHD
04.2024 - Current
- Currently Acting in the Manger role in the the Antenatal Clinic across Gosford and Wyong Site.
- Lead and Manage the midwifery team to ensure a collaborative approach to the co-ordination of care for women through the Antenatal Unit.
- Lead the midwifery team by role modelling exemplary kind and trustworthy behaviours that align with the CORE values.
- Ensure governance is maintained with the midwifery team in relation to professional and personal development frameworks.
- Assist with coaching and performance projects with the midwifery team to ensure best practices and employment satisfaction.
- Manage the midwifery team to ensure that the following Midwife standards for practice awareness, including- Standard 1: Promotes health and wellbeing through evidence-based midwifery practice. Standard 2: Engages in professional relationships and respectful partnerships. Standard 3: Demonstrates the capability and accountability for midwifery practice.
- Manage the midwifery team to ensure all are aware of the national midwifery guidelines for consultation and referral to foster a collaborative approach during pregnancy which provides clear guidelines for midwifery workforce.
Midwifery Unit Manager, Maternity Ward and MSP
CCLHD
07.2015 - 04.2024
- Registration/ Authority to Practice in the discipline with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Working with Children Check issued by the Office of the Guardian children's office.
- Manage and lead the overall responsibility of the Unit, including quality improvement, financial management,patient flow, rostering principals, resource management and culture.
- Manage the budgetary allocations effectively to ensure optimal resource allocation without compromising on patient care. Ensuring the units KPI are within target.
- Overall responsibility to ensure recruitment processes are followed in line with HR requirements, the correct staff and skill mix are rostered according to rostering guidelines.
- Implemented quality improvement programs focusing on key performance indicators, leading to increased efficiency within the unit. This is attended with. auditing process and development of action plans in line with the National Standard requirements.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures, maintaining a safe and effective unit.
- Attend to Patient reported feedback to direct women-centred care.
- Ensure all staff maintain professional and practice standards, demonstrating competency under the NSW Health PPG.
- Lead the team by role modelling the CORE values and ensure a relationship of trust with consumers and the employees.
- work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure safe patient centred care planning is maintained.
Acting Operational Midwifery Manager Relief
CCLHD
03.2018 - 03.2024
- Acted in the operational midwifery Manager role for many periods of the years during relief periods.
- Oversee the operations of the Birthing Suite, SCN, Maternity Unit, Antenatal services and Model of care in collaboration with the Unit managers.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes for the improved safety of the WC&F directorate in-line with the directors and CE goals.
- Maintain professional, organized, and safe environment for the midwifery team, with culture and workforce recommendations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by investigating complaints promptly, maintaining open disclosure and open communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- work in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary teams to achieve aligned goals and safety.
- Updating practices in midwifery to align with current midwifery Models of care and current midwifery issues.
Acting Midwifery Unit Manager Birthing Suite
CCLHD
04.2013 - 07.2015
- Managed the Birthing Suite over extended periods of leave relief.
- Risk management was prioritised to ensure safe evidenced base standards practised by all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Registration/ Authority to Practice in the discipline with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Working with Children Check issued by the Office of the Guardian children's office.
- Manage and lead the overall responsibility of the Unit, including quality improvement, financial management,patient flow, rostering principals, resource management and culture.
- Manage the budgetary allocations effectively to ensure optimal resource allocation without compromising on patient care. Ensuring the units KPI are within target.
- Overall responsibility to ensure recruitment processes are followed in line with HR requirements, the correct staff and skill mix are rostered according to rostering guidelines.
- Implemented quality improvement programs focusing on key performance indicators, leading to increased efficiency within the unit. This is attended with. auditing process and development of action plans in line with the National Standard requirements.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures, maintaining a safe and effective unit.
- Attend to Patient reported feedback to direct women-centred care.
- Ensure all staff maintain professional and practice standards, demonstrating competency under the NSW Health PPG.
- Lead the team by role modelling the CORE values and ensure a relationship of trust with consumers and the employees.
- work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure safe patient centred care planning is maintained. regular audits of medical equipment and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels while minimizing waste.
- Managed budgetary allocations effectively to ensure optimal resource allocation without compromising on patient care quality.
- Facilitated continuing education initiatives for staff members to stay updated on latest industry developments and best practices in midwifery care.
- Promoted family-centred care approach by involving patients'' families in the decision-making process, enhancing overall satisfaction rates.
Registered Midwife
CCLHD/WSLHD
01.1993 - 07.2015
- Worked as a Registered Midwife for 11years at the tertiary centre at Nepean hospital before re-locating to the CCLHD.
- Worked within APHRA registration requirements, and legislative ACTs relevant to my role.
- Supported women across the continuum of antenatal, intrapartum and post-natal care.
- Served as a mentor for student midwives by sharing clinical expertise, providing constructive feedback, and modelling excellence practice of midwifery.
- Providing education on pregnancy, labor, and newborn care during parenting groups.
- Adhered to best practice, 10 steps in breast-feeding, supporting women and neonates under current PPG.
Acting Midwifery Group Practice Manager
CCLHD
04.2015 - 05.2015
- Managed and lead the MGP team for holiday relief at both Gosford and Wyong site.
- Management of the Continuity of the model with the midwives practices to ensure Midwifery standards maintained for the improved satisfaction of the women.
- Registration/ Authority to Practice in the discipline with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Working with Children Check issued by the Office of the Guardian children's office.
- Manage and lead the overall responsibility of the Unit, including quality improvement, financial management,patient flow, rostering principals, resource management and culture.
- Manage the budgetary allocations effectively to ensure optimal resource allocation without compromising on patient care. Ensuring the units KPI are within target.
- Overall responsibility to ensure recruitment processes are followed in line with HR requirements, the correct staff and skill mix are rostered according to rostering guidelines.
- Implemented quality improvement programs focusing on key performance indicators, leading to increased efficiency within the unit. This is attended with. auditing process and development of action plans in line with the National Standard requirements.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures, maintaining a safe and effective unit.
- Attend to Patient reported feedback to direct women-centred care.
- Ensure all staff maintain professional and practice standards, demonstrating competency under the NSW Health PPG.
- Lead the team by role modelling the CORE values and ensure a relationship of trust with consumers and the employees.
- work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure safe patient centred care planning is maintained.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Health Service Management
University of Tasmania
Sydney, NSW01.2019
Graduate Diploma - Midwifery
University of Western Sydney
Sydney01.2002
Graduate Diploma - Nursing
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW01.1998
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Unit Management
- Quality Improvement
- Staff Development
- Obstetric Emergencies
- Multi-disciplinary Collaboration
- Quality and Safety
- Financial management
- Women-Centred care co-ordination
- Excellent communication skills
Certification
Registration
Midwifery-NMW0001307805
Nursing- NMW0001307806
Expired-31/05/2025
Referees
Director of Women, Children and Families
Lynelle Hill
Gosford Hospital
Ph-
Acting Operational Midwifery Manager
Karen Kennedy
Gosford Hospital
Ph-0475947249
Timeline
Acting Midwifery Unit Manager, Antenatal
CCLHD
04.2024 - Current
Acting Operational Midwifery Manager Relief
CCLHD
03.2018 - 03.2024
Midwifery Unit Manager, Maternity Ward and MSP
CCLHD
07.2015 - 04.2024
Acting Midwifery Group Practice Manager
CCLHD
04.2015 - 05.2015
Acting Midwifery Unit Manager Birthing Suite
CCLHD
04.2013 - 07.2015
Registered Midwife
CCLHD/WSLHD
01.1993 - 07.2015
Graduate Certificate - Health Service Management
University of Tasmania
Graduate Diploma - Midwifery
University of Western Sydney
Graduate Diploma - Nursing
University of Sydney