About Cohuna District Hospital

Cohuna District Hospital is a welcoming, rural health service located in northern Victoria, dedicated to delivering high-quality care with compassion and respect. Established as a public hospital in 1952, it has a rich history of serving the Cohuna community and surrounding areas.

The hospital offers a range of acute services including medical, surgical and obstetric care through its 8-bed facility. In addition to inpatient care, Cohuna District Hospital provides vital community and home-based services such as District Nursing, Social Support Groups and Meals on Wheels, in partnership with Northern District Community Health.

Aged care is also a key part of our service, with a 16-bed nursing home wing adjacent to the hospital, built through strong community support. Our team is proud to work in a collaborative, supportive environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow.

Join us and be part of a team that truly makes a difference in the lives of rural Victorians.

Position Title: Midwifery Group Practice Unit Manager   

Classification: Nurse Unit Manager L2 (NM11)                          

Salary per hour: $69.82 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options

Employment Type: Ongoing part-time 32 hours per fortnight

Award: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024 -2028

Role description

Cohuna District Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced MGP Unit Manager to lead our Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) service, providing high‑quality, woman‑centred maternity care across our antenatal, postnatal and midwifery home care services.

As the MGP Unit Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective clinical operations of all maternity services at CDH, leading a committed team delivering a recognised continuity‑of‑care model. You will ensure safe, evidence‑based practice aligned with the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards, while fostering a supportive and collaborative team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the efficient day‑to‑day functioning of all maternity services within the MGP model, including antenatal clinics, postnatal inpatient care and midwifery home care.
• Ensure high‑quality maternity care in line with NSQHS Standards and CDH policies.
• Promote and maintain best practice by contributing to the development, review and implementation of relevant policies and procedures.
• Participate in departmental, organisational and multidisciplinary meetings as required.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, reports, and service statistics.
• Ensure timely reporting of incidents and near‑misses and support staff in incident management processes.
• Actively contribute to risk management activities, including the identification, mitigation and control of risks within maternity services.
• Support a collaborative, professional midwifery culture grounded in safety, respect and continuity of care.

About you

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in Midwifery Nursing including wide experience in Birth Suite, Ante Natal and Post Natal Care with current FSEP Level 3
• Post Tertiary Qualification, or working towards.

Culture and Benefits

Nestled 274 km north of Melbourne along the scenic Murray Valley Highway, Cohuna is a charming town with a population of 2,415. Surrounded by lush dairy farms and set on the tranquil banks of Gunbower Creek, Cohuna offers a perfect blend of relaxation, recreation and natural beauty.

Cohuna is the gateway to Gunbower Island, a vast forested haven between Gunbower Creek and the Murray River. Explore towering red gums and box forests and encounter native wildlife including kangaroos, emus and a rich variety of birdlife.

Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or a nature lover, Cohuna has something for everyone:

• Fishing & Water-Skiing on Gunbower Creek
• Canoeing & Camping under the stars
• Golf & Tennis at local facilities
• Bushwalking & Birdwatching in serene surrounds
• Parkrun & Picnics in Garden Park

Cohuna is more than a holiday destination—it’s a regional sports hub and a welcoming community. The town’s Main Street runs alongside Gunbower Creek, offering picturesque views, local shops, and friendly faces.

*All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check and compliance with Cohuna District Hospitals Vaccination Policy.

For further information about this position, please contact Wendy Lunghusen – [email protected] 

Click here for a copy of the Position Description

Applications close 4th March 2026

How to apply

Please email your resume and a brief cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and outlining your interest and suitability for the position to [email protected]