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Taneal Blake

Mullumbimby,NSW

Summary

Accomplished Midwife with extensive experience at Katherine Hospital, adept in maternal health education and breastfeeding support. Proven track record in empowering mothers through evidence-based care and fostering strong client relationships. Skilled in both traditional and modern midwifery practices, achieving positive outcomes in high-risk pregnancies and home births. Thoughtful Midwife with distinguished knowledge of providing woman centered 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 maternal and newborn comfort and safety.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Core Midwife

Broken Hill Hospital
2024.03 - 2024.07
  • 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.

Graduate Midwife

Katherine Hospital
2023.02 - 2024.02

Provided comprehensive, evidence based woman centered care for all women across all aspects of pregnancy, birth and postnatal.

Collaborating with maternity and obstetric team.

Incorporating ethics and passion in promoting and providing Birthing On Country services.


Domestic Cleaner

Self Employed
2018.01 - 2023.01
  • Received positive feedback from clients on punctuality, professionalism, and attention to detail in each cleaning job completed.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through open communication channels regarding their preferences concerning cleanliness standards.
  • Enhanced the appearance of homes by performing deep-cleaning tasks such as shampooing carpets and washing windows.
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.

Home Birth Group Founder and Facilitator

Self
2010.01 - 2012.01

Founded and facilitated the Mullumbimby Home Birth Group.

Regular group meetings providing education, support and care.

Collaboration with guest speakers presenting topics of interest.

Evidence based support for all local women and their families.

Pregnancy Birth and Beyond Radio Show Presenter

Bay FM
2010.01 - 2012.01
  • Managed time efficiently during presentations to cover all essential points while maintaining audience interest and avoiding information overload.
  • Contributed subject matter expertise as a panelist or guest speaker at conferences or events related to my field.
  • Actively sought out opportunities for professional development to stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies that could enhance my presentations.
  • Conducted thorough research on presentation topics, ensuring accuracy and relevance of information shared with audiences.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Child And Family Health

University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW
11.2024

Certificate - Well Women's Health

NT Family Planning Welfare Association
Darwin, NT
01.2024

Honours - Midwifery

Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NT
12.2022

Bachelor of Midwifery - Midwifery

Southern Cross University
Gold Coast, QLD
02.2022

Certificate - Antenatal And Intrapartum Education

Calmbirth Educator Training
Brisbane, QLD
11.2011

Certificate - Traditional Midwifery

Michigan School of Traditional Midwifery
Michigan USA
02.2009

Skills

  • Maternal health education
  • Breastfeeding support
  • Contraceptive Counseling
  • High-Risk Pregnancy Care
  • Research - Birthing On Country
  • Labor support techniques
  • Infant resuscitation
  • Postpartum Care
  • Family planning advice
  • Antenatal screening
  • Prenatal care
  • Pain Management Strategies
  • Reproductive health advocacy
  • Intrapartum Care
  • VBAC support
  • Home birth assistance
  • Placenta encapsulation
  • Traditional midwifery practices
  • Water birth expertise
  • Herbal remedies knowledge
  • Medication Administration

References

Megan Richie - MUM

Megan.Ritchie@health.nsw.gov.au

T (08) 80801380    M 0498829243


Felicity Williams 

Menzies School of Research, Darwin 

0429 390 247

felicity.williams@menzies.edu.au


Gemma Bargh 

Katherine Hospital, Katherine 

0416 560 385

Gemma.Bargh@nt.gov.a

Timeline

Core Midwife

Broken Hill Hospital
2024.03 - 2024.07

Graduate Midwife

Katherine Hospital
2023.02 - 2024.02

Domestic Cleaner

Self Employed
2018.01 - 2023.01

Home Birth Group Founder and Facilitator

Self
2010.01 - 2012.01

Pregnancy Birth and Beyond Radio Show Presenter

Bay FM
2010.01 - 2012.01

Graduate Certificate - Child And Family Health

University of Technology Sydney

Certificate - Well Women's Health

NT Family Planning Welfare Association

Honours - Midwifery

Charles Darwin University

Bachelor of Midwifery - Midwifery

Southern Cross University

Certificate - Antenatal And Intrapartum Education

Calmbirth Educator Training

Certificate - Traditional Midwifery

Michigan School of Traditional Midwifery
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