Kirstin Elloise Robertson
BEROWRA
Summary
Dynamic midwife with extensive experience at Hornsby Hospital, specializing in pregnancy health education and breastfeeding support. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in fetal monitoring and emergency response, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve optimal maternal and newborn health outcomes.
Healthcare professional skilled in maternal and newborn care, prepared to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. Proven ability to manage complex deliveries and provide personalized care plans. Valued for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic environments, with expertise in prenatal assessments and postpartum support.
Knowledgeable Midwife with background in providing compassionate and comprehensive care to mothers and newborns. Consistently supported successful births, ensuring well-being of both mother and child. Demonstrated proficiency in prenatal care and labor support.
Professional in maternal and newborn care with strong capabilities in prenatal, labor, and postnatal support. Proven ability to foster team collaboration and adapt to changing needs, ensuring optimal outcomes for mothers and infants. Skilled in patient education, emergency response, and individualized care plans. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication in high-stress environments.
Experienced with prenatal care, labor support, and postpartum care. Utilizes evidence-based practices to ensure safe and healthy births. Knowledge of patient education, pain management, and emergency response in childbirth situations.
Compassionate Midwife with 16 years of Midwife and birthing experience. Expert in providing thorough healthcare to mothers and babies including prenatal and postpartum care. Knowledgeable in Midwifery and committed to individualized patient care.
Thoughtful Midwife with distinguished knowledge of providing exceptional care for birthing and new mothers. Skilled in closely monitoring vital signs and dedicated to both safety and happiness of patients. Closely monitors health while maintaining stringent focus on patient comfort and safety.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Midwife -rotational Birth Unit, Maternity, SCN
Hornsby Hospital- NWS Health
11.2021 - Current
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
- Empowered mothers to make informed decisions about their care through comprehensive education on pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care.
- Supported families during the grieving process following pregnancy loss or infant death with empathetic emotional support and resource referrals for ongoing counseling services.
- Managed fetal distress and delivery complications calmly to provide safety to mothers and babies.
- Performed neonatal assessments by checking baby's vital signs and performing physical exams to determine overall health at birth.
Midwife- Rotating Around Birth Unit and Postnatal
Royal North Shore Hospital NSW
02.2013 - 11.2021
- Promoted a safe and comfortable birthing environment by implementing evidence-based practices in pain management techniques.
- Built strong rapport with patients through open communication channels that encouraged feedback and collaboration on care plans.
- Reduced complications during childbirth with vigilant monitoring of maternal and fetal wellbeing throughout labor.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and knowledgeable care during prenatal, labor, and postpartum periods.
- Fostered an inclusive atmosphere by providing culturally sensitive care to diverse patient populations, understanding their unique needs and preferences.
- Enhanced continuity of care by collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary healthcare team, including physicians and nurses.
- Provided prenatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
MGP Midwife
Royal North Shore Hospital NSW
02.2010 - 03.2012
- Being an oncall midwife caring for 80 women in the 2 year period. From booking in to 2 weeks postnatally.
- Providing a continuity of care model for low risk women.
- Contributed to improved maternal health outcomes using thorough risk assessment strategies during initial consultations as well as follow-up appointments.
- Developed individualized birth plans in collaboration with expectant mothers to ensure personalized care aligned with their preferences.
- Assisted births and provided post-partum counseling for struggling families to increase happiness and health of newborns and mothers.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Checked general and mental health and overall comfort of mothers in prenatal appointments.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and knowledgeable care during prenatal, labor, and postpartum periods.
- Fostered an inclusive atmosphere by providing culturally sensitive care to diverse patient populations, understanding their unique needs and preferences.
- Enhanced continuity of care by collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary healthcare team, including physicians and nurses.
- Directed parents and newborns to physicians without causing parent alarm based on problematic test results and health conditions of babies and mothers.
- Achieved positive patient experiences by actively listening to concerns and addressing them promptly in a sensitive manner.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on midwifery best practices through regular continuing education opportunities and membership in professional organizations.
- Providing a continuity of care, caring for women and their families through their pregnancy and then 2 weeks postnatal home visits. Providing education about labour and birth.
- I cared for 80 women in this 2 year period.
- Provided prenatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
Transitional Midwife
Royal North Shore Hospital NSW
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Working as a student Midwife learning and providing care to women and their babies.
- Contributed to improved maternal health outcomes using thorough risk assessment strategies during initial consultations as well as follow-up appointments.
- Assisted in births and provided post-partum counseling for struggling families to increase happiness and health of newborns and mothers.
- Increased breastfeeding success rates by offering lactation support and guidance to new mothers.
- Implemented changes in practice based on research findings to enhance the overall quality of midwifery care provided to patients.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
- Empowered mothers to make informed decisions about their care through comprehensive education on pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care.
New Graduate Nurse
Hornsby Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to diverse populations.
- Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge.
- Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan to facilitate continuity of care.
- Obtained information from patient interview and observation and documented vital signs, weights and heights to facilitate patient care activities.
- Performed basic procedures and care activities to treat patient physical ailments and emotional needs and fostered collaborative relationship to identify causes, symptoms or explanations resulting in proper diagnosis and appropriate treatments.
- Contributed to achievement of established department goals and objectives by adhering to policies, procedures and quality and safety standards.
- Educated patients and families about disease processes, treatment options, and preventive measures for better long-term health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, active listening, and timely response to concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians on developing individualized plans of care tailored specifically towards each patient''s unique situation or condition.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, establishing trust and open lines of communication for effective collaboration in care planning.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights during medical decision-making processes by supporting informed consent discussions between providers and clients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and overall healthcare delivery within the facility.
Certified Nursing Assistant In Training
Greenwood Nursing Home
01.1996 - 01.2007
- Used effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations within the healthcare setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized environment, reducing the risk of infection for patients.
- Provided customized care according to individual health plan.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning of bedridden patients, preserving skin integrity.
- Delivered high-quality personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, fostering a sense of dignity for each patient.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and assistance in daily living activities.
- Managed time efficiently while prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance for optimal patient outcomes.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring and reporting changes in health status to nursing staff.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by developing trusting relationships and actively listening to concerns.
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently responding to call lights and addressing individual needs.
- Provided companionship during recreational activities, enhancing social engagement for residents within the facility.
- Facilitated safe transfers and ambulation, promoting increased mobility among residents.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices within the nursing assistant field.
Education
Graduate Certificate in Child And Family Health - Nursing And Child And Family Health
University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW11-2024
Graduate Diploma in Midwifery - Midwifery
University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW03-2009
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW04-2007
Skills
- Pregnancy health education
- Breastfeeding support
- Antenatal screening
- Care of babies in SCN
- Care in labour, birth and postnatal period
- Postpartum care
- Infant resuscitation
- Labor support techniques
- Pain management strategies
- Obstetric ultrasound
- Fetal monitoring
- Birth planning
- Newborn assessment
- Patient education
- Patient records management
- Emergency response
- Decision-making
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
-Ultrasound training 2024
-Mentoring in Midwifery 2024
-IVC insertion 2025
-Responding to Sexual Violence training- Monash University 2025
-
Timeline
Midwife -rotational Birth Unit, Maternity, SCN
Hornsby Hospital- NWS Health
11.2021 - Current
Midwife- Rotating Around Birth Unit and Postnatal
Royal North Shore Hospital NSW
02.2013 - 11.2021
MGP Midwife
Royal North Shore Hospital NSW
02.2010 - 03.2012
Transitional Midwife
Royal North Shore Hospital NSW
01.2008 - 01.2009
New Graduate Nurse
Hornsby Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2008
Certified Nursing Assistant In Training
Greenwood Nursing Home
01.1996 - 01.2007
Graduate Certificate in Child And Family Health - Nursing And Child And Family Health
University of Technology Sydney
Graduate Diploma in Midwifery - Midwifery
University of Technology Sydney
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Technology Sydney
Similar Profiles
PATIENCE MANGUNDAPATIENCE MANGUNDA
Registered nurse at Hornsby HospitalRegistered nurse at Hornsby Hospital
Jingyu ZhaoJingyu Zhao
New Grad Registered Nurse at NSLHD ( Hornsby Hospital)New Grad Registered Nurse at NSLHD ( Hornsby Hospital)
Chris FlesserChris Flesser
Enrolled Nurse at Hornsby Ku-ring-gai HospitalEnrolled Nurse at Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital
Atharba AcharyaAtharba Acharya
Math Tutor at Self EmployedMath Tutor at Self Employed
Helen FullbrookHelen Fullbrook
Pet Sitter at MadpawsPet Sitter at Madpaws