Sarah Warne
Carindale,Queensland
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with 18 years combined nursing and midwifery experience, and a strong family-centred and evidence-based focus. Expertise in comprehensive assessment of birthing women and neonates, proactive and timely identification of risk factors, and highly organised care planning and time management. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal communication with patients, families, and colleagues, and is a strong team player who remains calm under pressure. Enthusiastic preceptor and mentor with experience in team leader and clinical facilitator roles. Committed to delivering high-quality care while fostering a supportive environment for both patients and staff.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Clinical Midwife
Mater Mothers' Hospital
MM8 Public Postnatal Unit, South Brisbane
2025.03 - Current
Acting Clinical Facilitator
Mater Mothers' Hospital
Inpatients & Gynaecology Services, South Brisbane
2025.02 - Current
Registered Midwife
Mater Mothers' Hospital
MM8 Public Postnatal Unit, South Brisbane
2019.06 - 2025.03
- Provided postnatal care for women, families and babies following vaginal, instrumental and caesarean birth;
- Planned care, education and discharge in accordance with patients' clinical needs, psychosocial circumstances, work flow and organisational policies;
- Responded to emergency situations promptly, with escalation and management consistent with hospital policies and procedures;
- Advanced assessment skills and contribution to postnatal team through successful completion of Assessment of Well Newborn (AWN) (Jul 2019) and ‘Breastfeeding Champion' courses (Sept 2022);
- Provided empathic emotional support to women and families during their recovery from birth and transition to parenthood;
- Directly supervised midwifery and enrolled nursing students;
- Mentored students and junior colleagues;
- Thinks critically under pressure, with decisions based on organisational policies and best available evidence;
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, managers, team leaders, colleagues and members of multidisciplinary team;
- Stepped up as Team Leader when no Clinical Midwife available to oversee patient flow, clinical management and staffing.
Acting Clinical Facilitator
Mater Mothers' Hospital
Inpatient & Gynaecology Services, South Brisbane
2024.07 - 2025.01
- Orientated new starter, rotational and graduate staff to inpatient ward areas within Mater Mothers' and Mater Mothers' Private Hospitals.
- Coached clinicians at bedside and supported transition to practice in antenatal, gynae and postnatal areas.
- Delivered scheduled mandatory education sessions to midwifery and auxiliary staff.
- Assessed staff in mandatory Practical Assessments (PAs) and supported their completion of Corporate Required Learning, mandatory and essential learning and continuing professional development (CPD).
- Coordinated simulation activities to provide hands-on experiences in risk-free environment.
- Increased learning engagement through innovative teaching methods (including role-play, clinical simulations, point-of-care simulations).
- Collaborated with area managers and other education staff to continuously assess and improve orientation and education practices.
- Facilitated regular pop-up workstations for clinical skills practice and enhancement.
- Contributed to roll out of ABL90 Blood Gas analysers in inpatient areas and training of clinical staff.
- Used Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and other software tools to create documents that communicated and supported best clinical practices (including Daily Neonatal Resus Trolley checks, new IV cannula devices, IDC management, Neonatal Hypoglycaemia MET call).
- Used Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, and Microsoft Teams to update and share organisational spreadsheets and tracking documentation.
- Communicated education events, policy updates, and procedure amendments to staff via ward in-services, Viva Engage (Yammer) posts and email.
Acting Clinical Midwife
Mater Mothers' Hospital, MM8 Public Postnatal Unit
South Brisbane
2024.05 - 2024.07
- Provided clinical leadership and acted as resource for midwifery and nursing staff in the postnatal unit.
- Coordinated patient flow and staff allocations to ensure optimal workflows and safety.
- Served as a primary point of escalation for clinical and operational challenges.
- Ensured provision of high-quality, evidence-based care for postnatal mothers and newborns.
- Assisted in management of complex cases.
- Monitored adherence to hospital policies, guidelines, and standards of care.
- Mentored and supported junior staff and students, fostering an inclusive culture of learning and professional development.
- Acted as liaison between patients, families, and healthcare team, ensuring effective communication.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly and empathically to maintain high levels of satisfaction.
- Identified and addressed potential clinical risks to ensure safe environment for patients and staff.
- Worked closely with obstetric and paediatric staff, lactation consultants, and allied health professionals to coordinate care.
- Supported smooth patient transitions between units, such as Birth Suite, NCCU and QCH.
- Managed allocation of beds in postnatal unit to maximise efficiency and patient flow.
- Monitored staffing levels and escalated needs to Midwifery Unit Manager or After Hours Unit Manager, as required.
Registered Midwife
Mater Mothers Hospital, Rotational Pool
South Brisbane
2019.02 - 2019.06
- Assessed and monitored expectant women and developing fetuses in antenatal and intrapartum stages;
- Provided care and support to women and families following vaginal, instrumental or caesarean birth;
- Identified and responded to emergency situations promptly, in accordance with hospital policy and procedures;
- Communicated risk factors and deviations from planned care to Team Leaders, treating teams and allied health professionals to achieve continued health and safety for women, families and babies;
- Supported low-risk and vulnerable newborn babies to transition to extra-uterine life;
- Supported successful breastfeeding through baby friendly breastfeeding initiatives;
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive perinatal outcomes for women, babies and families;
- Supervised midwifery and enrolled nursing students.
Session Leader RN
Australian Red Cross Blood Service, Brisbane Donor Centre
Brisbane
2015.08 - 2016.02
- Increased service excellence and innovation across all facets of centre operations, including: donor recruitment and experience, quality and safety, policies and standard operating procedures;
- Led, delegated and worked collaboratively with centre team to achieve dynamic collection plans and KPIs;
- Oversaw management of adverse donor reactions;
- Coordinated staff meetings, development days and employee engagement action planning;
- Participated in staff professional development appraisals and performance management in conjunction with Centre Manager and Area Manager/s;
- Achieved 'A1 rating with no critical or major citations' in centre's 2015 Therapeutic Goods Administration Audit.
Registered Nurse
Australian Red Cross Blood Service, Brisbane City Donor Centre
Brisbane
2014.05 - 2015.08
- Achieved full capabilities as RN in donor screening, whole blood collection, plasma and plateletpheresis;
- Provided phlebotomy excellence minimising missed/traumatic phlebotomies and wastage and maximising successful collections (94.7% success rate 766 phlebotomies);
- Troubleshooted challenging situations with professionalism and integrity;
- Quickly established as integral member of centre leadership team;
- Stepped up into Acting Session Leader role with 12 months of employment.
Registered Nurse
Royal Brisbane And Women's Hospital, Grantley Stable Neonatal Unit
Brisbane, QLD
2008.01 - 2014.07
- Delivered competent, evidence-based, family-centred care to vulnerable and immuno-compromised babies and their families;
- Proficient critical assessment of physiological status of neonates, and psychosocial and emotional wellbeing of their parents and families;
- Effective collaboration and communication with families and multidisciplinary team in care of preterm and/or sick neonates;
- Provided parent education sessions (i.e., infant resuscitation, breastfeeding, parent-crafting), and tailored strategies to meet individual learning styles and needs;
- Engaged colleagues in recruiting to and participating in Honours research study.
Registered Nurse
Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital, 7BW Vascular Surgery
Brisbane
2007.01 - 2008.01
- Consolidated general nursing and surgical nursing principles for patients with acute and chronic health conditions;
- Assessed, monitored and recorded patients' conditions throughout their surgical admission;
- Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams;
- Responded to emergency situations quickly within hospital policies and procedures;
- Coordinated patient discharge planning;
- Performed all tasks with patient-centred focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments;
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
Education
Brisbane, Queensland -
Certificate IV Training & Assessment
TAFE Queensland 2024.07 -
Bachelor of Midwifery - Distinction
University of Queensland 2016.02 - 2018.12
Queensland University of Technology -
Bachelor of Nursing (First Class Honours)
2009.02 - 2011.07
Queensland University of Technology -
Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-Reg) - Distinction
2004.02 - 2006.12
Skills
- 11 months experience in Acting Clinical Facilitator roles
- Currently completing Certificate IV Training and Assessment
- Experienced Clinical Midwife in acute public postnatal unit
- Strong family-centred and evidence-based care focus
- Comprehensive assessment of birthing women and neonates
- Proactive and timely identification of risk factors
- Highly organised care planning and time management
- Excellent interpersonal communication with patients, families and colleagues
- Strong team player, calm under pressure
- Enthusiastic preceptor and mentor
Current Further Study/Training
TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (online)
TAFE Queensland
Commenced July 2024
Anticipated completion June 2025
Professional Registration & Affiliations
AHPRA Registration - Registered Nurse
NMW0001466684
Dec 2006 - present
AHPRA Registration - Midwife
NMW0002239874
Dec 2018 - present
Queensland Nurses and Midwives Union - Member
2004-present
Australian College of Nursing - Member
2006- present
Australian College of Midwifery - Member
2016-present
Professional Referees
Lisa Klamer
Midwifery Unit Manager, MM8 Postnatal
e: lisa.klamer@mater.org.au
ph: 31368030
m: 0434753297
Hannah Curtain
Clinical Midwife, MM8 Postnatal
e: hannah.curti@mater.org.au
ph: 31368030
m: 0434753297
Veronica Long
Clinical Midwife, MM8 Postnatal
e: veronica.long@mater.org.au
ph: 31366323
m: 0404541412
Timeline
Clinical Midwife
Mater Mothers' Hospital
2025.03 - Current
Acting Clinical Facilitator
Mater Mothers' Hospital
2025.02 - Current
Acting Clinical Facilitator
Mater Mothers' Hospital
2024.07 - 2025.01
Brisbane, Queensland -
Certificate IV Training & Assessment
2024.07 -
Acting Clinical Midwife
Mater Mothers' Hospital, MM8 Public Postnatal Unit
2024.05 - 2024.07
Registered Midwife
Mater Mothers' Hospital
2019.06 - 2025.03
Registered Midwife
Mater Mothers Hospital, Rotational Pool
2019.02 - 2019.06
Bachelor of Midwifery - Distinction
2016.02 - 2018.12
Session Leader RN
Australian Red Cross Blood Service, Brisbane Donor Centre
2015.08 - 2016.02
Registered Nurse
Australian Red Cross Blood Service, Brisbane City Donor Centre
2014.05 - 2015.08
Queensland University of Technology -
Bachelor of Nursing (First Class Honours)
2009.02 - 2011.07
Registered Nurse
Royal Brisbane And Women's Hospital, Grantley Stable Neonatal Unit
2008.01 - 2014.07
Registered Nurse
Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital, 7BW Vascular Surgery
2007.01 - 2008.01
Queensland University of Technology -
Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-Reg) - Distinction
2004.02 - 2006.12