Emma Thompson
Altona Meadows,VIC
Summary
As an accomplished Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Coordinator i have an extensive background with Western Health. I excel in workforce management and possess exceptional interpersonal skills. I have lead and managed innovative recruitment strategies, enhancing operational effectiveness by ensuring quality care and outcomes. I am dedicated to building and maintaining professional relationships which drive continuous improvement, aligned with organisational values to meet the overall needs of all staff, consumers and stakeholders.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Coordinator
Western Health
Williamstown, VIC
10.2021 - Current
- Manage supplementary staffing groups, inclusive of facilitating innovative recruitment and retention models, and HR requirements.
- Lead and manage centralised recruitment portfolio.
- Ensure operational effectiveness with the use of supplementary staff to address and prevent the effects of EFT deficits.
- Work alongside key stakeholders to meet organisational needs and requirements
- Manage and initiate innovations that support continuous improvement, and proactively respond to workforce changes and/or interruptions.
- Monitor the professional requirements and credentialing of staff. Maintain accurate record-keeping.
- Monitor and investigate Riskman reports, initiate follow-up actions, and report to stakeholders.
- Address conflict resolution in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with senior and department leaders to develop and implement workforce plans.
- Developed employee orientation and training programs for new staff, facilitated online Meet & Greet sessions.
- Manage and assist with bank and pool deployment when required.
- Facilitate stakeholder understanding and engagement with workforce planning.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with an emphasis on clear, concise communication.
- Comply with Western Health's policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Ensure day-to-day activities align with Western Health's strategic priorities.
Registered Midwife-Maternal Fetal Medicine
Western Health
Sunshine, VIC
12.2019 - 10.2021
Associate Midwifery Unit Manager (AMUM)
Western Health
Sunshine, VIC
08.2012 - 04.2018
Clinical Midwife Specialist- MGP
Western Health
Sunshine, VIC
09.2008 - 08.2012
Registered Midwife
Western Health
Sunshine, VIC
03.2007 - 09.2008
Registered Midwife
St Vincents & Mercy Private Hospital
Melbourne, V
03.2004 - 02.2007
Education
Diploma of Managment -
SWC Training
Melbourne, VIC12-2013
Bachelor of Midwifery -
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC11-2004
Certificate IV in Health Science -
Victorian Institute of Technology
Melbourne, VIC12-2001
Diploma of Leadership And Management -
SWC Training
Melbourne, VICSkills
- Networking, Interpersonal and highly developed communication skills
- Self motivated and progress driven
- Extensive working background within Western Health
- Workforce management and resource planning
- Comprehensive knowledge of recruitment strategies and processes
- Dedicated to leading a team that provides safe, quality care
Accomplishments
- 2010 - The Irving Buzzard Prize in Midwifery
Certification
- 2016 - Pilot Management and Leadership Program, Western Health
- 2018 - Foundation Training Course for Childbirth Educators
- 2022 - Stillbirth CRE: IMPROVE Learning Modules
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Coordinator
Western Health
10.2021 - Current
Registered Midwife-Maternal Fetal Medicine
Western Health
12.2019 - 10.2021
Associate Midwifery Unit Manager (AMUM)
Western Health
08.2012 - 04.2018
Clinical Midwife Specialist- MGP
Western Health
09.2008 - 08.2012
Registered Midwife
Western Health
03.2007 - 09.2008
Registered Midwife
St Vincents & Mercy Private Hospital
03.2004 - 02.2007
Diploma of Managment -
SWC Training
Bachelor of Midwifery -
Victoria University
Certificate IV in Health Science -
Victorian Institute of Technology
Diploma of Leadership And Management -
SWC Training
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