The CNM Office is committed to growing and strengthening the Aboriginal nursing and
midwifery workforce. Through broad stakeholder engagement the CNM Office is working towards achieving
improved careers pathways, recruitment and retention strategies for Aboriginal nurses and midwives.
Moordidjadbiny Program -
Aboriginal Nursing and Midwifery Mentoring program
Retaining Aboriginal nurses and midwives has been a persistent challenge in the WA
Health system.
The Moordidjadbiny Program (Becoming Strong) has been developed in alignment with
Strategy 7 of the Sustainable
Health Review and Direction 5 of the
WA
Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Framework 2015-2030.
The program objective is to improve support and retention of Aboriginal nurses and
midwives with the aim of reducing the health disparities experienced by Aboriginal Australians. It will ensure
that employees are provided with an environment that is conducive to their cultural well-being and safety, with
the support of culturally suitable mentors. The mentoring program has been introduced into health and community
services including Royal Perth Hospital, King Edward Memorial Hospital, Royal Perth Hospital and WA Country
Health Services.
You can access the full article here.
GradConnect
Graduate, or transition to practice
programs, assist newly qualified enrolled nurses, registered nurses and midwives to transition into the nursing
and midwifery workforce in a supportive environment. These paid programs enable exposure to a variety of
clinical settings, while consolidating theoretical learning, and the development of critical clinical skills and
judgement.
Through the online GradConnect
recruitment system, newly qualified enrolled nurses, registered nurses and midwives can apply for a graduate (or
transition to practice) program at participating public, private or aged care health providers.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce and
improving health outcomes for Aboriginal people. Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act (1984) applies to all
GradConnect vacancies. We are committed to providing a culturally inclusive
and safe workplace and Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Visit the GradConnect page for more information on the GradConnect
process for Aboriginal nurses and midwives.
Additional Support
Rhonda Marriott Scholarship
The Rhonda Marriott Scholarship
provides support and recognises the contribution of Aboriginal nurses and midwives and the crucial role that
they play in WA Health.
This scholarship assists WA Health
employed Aboriginal registered nurses and midwives with the costs associated with postgraduate education.
Eligible courses include Postgraduate Certificates, Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters.
To find more information about the Rhonda Marriott Scholarship, please follow
this link.
Maar Mooditj student support services
Marr Mooditj Training Aboriginal Corporation provides student services to Aboriginal
enrolled nurses. They offer culturally safe support to help Aboriginal students achieve their learning goals.
More information on the available services can be found on the Marr Mooditj Training Aboriginal Corporation website.