Maria Twine
Kallangur,QLD
Summary
A dedicated and compassionate Clinical Midwife with a proven track record in providing exceptional care within The Royal Brisbane Women’s Hospital and Mater Health Services. Holds a part-time permanent position as a Clinical Midwife within the Birthing services of RBWH. Boasts extensive experience in midwifery across various settings. Committed to delivering evidence-based, woman-focused clinical services, with a strong background in teaching and mentoring students, staff, and patients.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Midwife
RBWH
08.2021 - Current
- As a Clinical Midwife within birthing suite and ORC I play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality care for mothers and babies
- I am responsible for coordinating the activities within the birthing suite, providing direct care, and supporting the mother through the labour and birth process
- I am instrumental in promoting normal birth and creating an environment where the mother feels empowered and supported both physically and emotionally
- I supervise other midwives and healthcare professionals, facilitates communication among the team, and ensures that the birthing suite operates efficiently and safely
- My expertise and leadership are crucial in managing complex situations and in making critical decisions that affect the outcomes for the mother and the newborn.
- Provided culturally sensitive care to diverse populations, ensuring all patients received optimal support throughout their pregnancy journey.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering collaboration among colleagues to enhance patient care quality.
- Streamlined the childbirth process by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams during high-risk deliveries.
Registered Midwife
Mater Health Services
09.2017 - 08.2021
- I held a Point 8 position in the Pregnancy Assessment Centre/Birth suite at Mater Health Services
- The PAC provides 24/7 care for women experiencing pregnancy-related complications from the onset of pregnancy until six weeks post-birth
- My role in PAC uses my comprehensive antenatal, postnatal, and acute care midwifery skills
- I am adept in obstetric triage and manage the early pregnancy clinic, addressing a spectrum of conditions from simple to acute
- My work during the intrapartum period within the birth suite involves planning, coordinating, and integrating advanced evidence-based midwifery knowledge and skills to manage women's care effectively
- This role requires a high level of interpersonal and communication skills, including negotiation and conciliation, supported by well-developed written abilities
- During this period I held a part-time temporary contract as a clinical midwife within Mater Health Services as an MGP midwife dividing my point eight permanent contract as an RM with birthing services.
- Served as a mentor for student midwives by sharing clinical expertise, providing constructive feedback, and modelling excellence in the practice of midwifery.
- Supported birthing partners in their roles by providing education on pregnancy, labor, and newborn care.
Clinical Midwife
Mater Health Services
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Managed PAC Unit and Birth suite. - Provided clinical leadership, problem-solving, and coordination at an advanced level. - Ensured high standards of care and offered support and direction to staff. - Maintained effective communication with the multidisciplinary team. - Engaged in risk management and safety protocols.
Registered Midwife
Mater Health Services
03.2016 - 09.2017
- I held a position as a Registered Midwife in the Caseload Midwifery Model at Mater Health Services
- In this full-time role, I managed a caseload of 40 women per year from a refugee backgrounds, providing primary care and support throughout their pregnancy journey
- This involved providing culturally responsive maternity care to address the unique challenges they face and to assist in improving birth outcomes
- As the main caregiver, my responsibilities covered the entire spectrum of care from the antenatal period through the birth process, extending to the first six weeks after birth
- Using my extensive midwifery expertise, I orchestrated clinic schedules and post-birth appointments, facilitated the required referrals, and ensured consistent communication with the multidisciplinary team and relevant agencies.
- Contributed to the reduction of maternal mortality rates by identifying high-risk pregnancies early and referring them for specialist intervention when necessary.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and collaborating with healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills that facilitated open communication about concerns or anxieties related to pregnancy or childbirth experience.
Registered Midwife
Mater Health Services
05.2010 - 03.2016
- I held a position as a Registered Midwife in the Caseload Midwifery Model at Mater Health Services
- As a full-time case loading midwife within one of the midwifery group practices, I managed a caseload of 40 women per year from diverse backgrounds
- My role as the primary carer spanned the antenatal period, intrapartum period, and up to 6 weeks postnatal
- I utilised my comprehensive midwifery skills to coordinate clinics and postnatal visits, arrange necessary referrals, and maintain effective communication with the multidisciplinary team and other relevant agencies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills that facilitated open communication about concerns or anxieties related to pregnancy or childbirth experience.
- Contributed to the reduction of maternal mortality rates by identifying high-risk pregnancies early and referring them for specialist intervention when necessary.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and collaborating with healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Supported birthing partners in their roles by providing education on pregnancy, labor, and newborn care.
- Served as a mentor for student midwives by sharing clinical expertise, providing constructive feedback, and modeling excellence in the practice of midwifery.
Registered Midwife
Mater Health Services
04.2009 - 04.2010
- I held a full-time position as a Registered Midwife consolidating my midwifery education with Mater Health Services
- Experience in initial assessment and taking histories of all risk women in Antenatal Clinic as well as facilitating midwifery led clinics and Refugee Clinics
- Experience in antenatal and postnatal inpatient areas including Team Leader in the absence of a Clinical Midwife
- Caring for women in labour with a high-risk pregnancy, as well as low risk ‘normal women’
- Working in the Pregnancy Assessment unit, caring for women with complicated pregnancy requiring additional monitoring and assessment, Triage of women both over the telephone and in person, referring as necessary to medical staff, discharging home, or admission as appropriate.
Community Midwife
London NHS Trust
06.2008 - 03.2009
- I held a full-time position as a Community Midwife in a midwifery-led unit within a London NHS Trust, leading care for women as part of a team of community midwives
- The role required the use of my full range of midwifery skills in a diverse community setting, providing care for young mothers, HIV-positive women, substance users, refugees, and those who have experienced domestic violence or female genital mutilation
- I have provided dedicated care for women with disabilities, ensuring they receive the support and attention required for their unique needs
- My expertise also extends to managing complex pregnancy conditions and birth scenarios
- I have a strong background in assisting women through challenging situations such as pregnancy-induced hypertension, pre-eclampsia, multiple pregnancies, pre-term labour, and breech births
- This has equipped me with the skills to navigate high-pressure environments and deliver care that is both compassionate and clinically sound.
Education
Certificate IV Training And Assessing
Tafe Queensland
12.2024
Diploma in Higher Education (Midwifery) -
University of Greenwich
London, England05.2009
Skills
- Proficient in ballon insertion, ARM’s, advanced neonatal resuscitation, management of obstetric emergencies, perineal repair
- Skilled in the facilitation of education and advanced clinical supervision
- Computer literacy and strong organizational abilities
- Leadership and mentorship qualities
- Experience in neonatal early discharge and water birth procedures
- Competent in obstetric triage and phlebotomy
- Comprehensive knowledge in all areas of midwifery care
- Ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, evidence-based clinical services
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Experienced in providing care to both low and high-risk women and their families
- Proficient in teaching and mentoring within clinical settings
- Critical thinking abilities
- Advanced Fetal Monitoring
- Maternal Health Assessment
- Obstetric Emergency Response
Affiliations
- Queensland Nurses Union
- Australian College of Midwives
Post registration education
- Cert IV in Training and Assessing
- One-day courses on antenatal group education and group facilitation.
- Maternity crisis management.
- Cultural awareness training.
- Neonatal examination for early discharge programs.
- Water birth techniques.
- Domestic abuse awareness.
- Smoking and pregnancy intervention strategies.
- Newborn life support.
- Antenatal workshops.
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) awareness.
- Screening choices education.
- Advanced neonatal resuscitation.
- CALM (Crisis Avoidance and Limitation Management) training.
- Management of sickle cell disease and thalassaemia conditions.
Research involvement
Active participation in various research projects within hospital and community settings, contributing to the advancement of midwifery practices and patient care.
Timeline
Clinical Midwife
RBWH
08.2021 - Current
Clinical Midwife
Mater Health Services
12.2019 - 08.2020
Registered Midwife
Mater Health Services
09.2017 - 08.2021
Registered Midwife
Mater Health Services
03.2016 - 09.2017
Registered Midwife
Mater Health Services
05.2010 - 03.2016
Registered Midwife
Mater Health Services
04.2009 - 04.2010
Community Midwife
London NHS Trust
06.2008 - 03.2009
Certificate IV Training And Assessing
Tafe Queensland
Diploma in Higher Education (Midwifery) -
University of Greenwich
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