Laura Ackland
Summary
Applying for the Clinical Midwife Specialist role at Barwon Health University Hospital in Geelong. With the hopes of continuing to grow as a committed professional and continue to contribute to the provision of innovative maternity care to families from all backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Midwife /Registered Nurse
Barwon Health University Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Working across the areas of Maternity Assessment Unit, Birthing Suite and BC6S Postnatal ward in the multidisciplinary team.
Clinical Midwife Specialist
Monash Womens
03.2022 - Current
Successfully applied for the Clinical Midwife Specialist (CMS) role by demonstrating in the written application and interview process the expertise and values of a CMS. Part of the 'Enhanced Recovery from Caesarean Section' portfolio.
Associate Midwifery Unit Manager
Monash Health Clayton
01.2022 - Current
Key Responsibilities include assisting Midwifery Managers to promote comprehensive maternity care and cohesive patient flow, mentoring junior staff, communicating with members of the multidisciplinary team.
Registered Midwife
Monash Women's Clayton
05.2018 - 02.2022
Working across all areas of Maternity Care (including Antenatal clinic, Pregnancy Assessment Unit, Birth Suite, Maternity Ward and Extended Pregnancy Care) in a tertiary Hospital.
Monash Newborn Rotation
Monash Health
11.2020 - 01.2021
Responsibilities including care of premature or otherwise unwell neonates.
Registered Nurse - Ward C
Monash Health
02.2018 - 05.2018
Graduate rotation in a busy General Medical ward.
Education
Double Bachelor Degree of Nursing And Midwifery -
Deakin University
Geelong, VIC12.2017
Year 12 VCE
Donald High School
Donald, VIC2013
Relevant Competencies
- Peripheral Intravenous Cannula (PIVC) insertion.
- Bishops Score, Artificial Rupture of Membranes, Application of Fetal Scalp Electrode.
- Speculum Examination.
- Level 3 FSEP qualification in 2019-2024.
- Neonatal resuscitation & adult BLS.
- Computer skills, including IPM, Bossnet and BOS.
- PROMPT sessions (2018-2024).
- Preceptor Course (2018 & 2021 at Monash Health).
- SCAM (Standing Orders for Midwives).
- Newborn discharge examination.
- Cervical ripening balloon insertion.
Current Registrations/memberships
- Registered Nurse: AHPRA NMW0002133281
- Registered Midwife: AHPRA NMW0002133282
- Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (2018-present)
- Nursing and Midwifery Board Australia
- Working With Children's Check (current)
- National Police Check (2017, happy to obtain updated check if required)
Personal Attributes
- Comprehensive communication skills allowing for respectful interpersonal interactions with patients and colleagues.
- Ability to recognise need for, and proactively escalate care to appropriate teams when necessary.
- Driven, compassionate midwife with a patient-centred focus to provision of care.
- Warm, approachable personality.
- Enthusiasm for learning and professional development, shown through actively seeking learning opportunities and gaining feedback from colleagues.
- Patient and knowledgeable mentor and role model for junior staff/students.
- Ability to form professional rapport with women and families of varied cultures, social backgrounds and gender identities.
- Previous experience in the roles of CMS/AMM at previous workplace, demonstrating leadership qualities/potential to be utilised by Barwon Health.
Referees
- Laura Shawcross
Associate Midwife Unit Manager
Barwon Health University Hospital Maternity Services
laura.shawcross@barwonhealth.org.au
Ph: 0412 365 714
- Rebecca McKenzie
Associate Midwife Unit Manager
Barwon Health University Hospital Maternity Services
rebecca.mckenzie@barwonhealth.org.au
Ph:0420 404 344
Timeline
Registered Midwife /Registered Nurse
Barwon Health University Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Clinical Midwife Specialist
Monash Womens
03.2022 - Current
Associate Midwifery Unit Manager
Monash Health Clayton
01.2022 - Current
Monash Newborn Rotation
Monash Health
11.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Midwife
Monash Women's Clayton
05.2018 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse - Ward C
Monash Health
02.2018 - 05.2018
Double Bachelor Degree of Nursing And Midwifery -
Deakin University
Year 12 VCE
Donald High School
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