Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Additional Training and Qualifications
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Queenie Kelly

Newcastle

Summary

I am a committed and compassionate Registered Nurse and Midwife, driven by a deep passion for woman-centred care and advocacy. With four years of experience at the John Hunter Hospital, I have had the privilege of supporting women through their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journeys. I believe in fostering empowering relationships based on trust, respect, and informed choice. Currently pursuing Calmbirth Educator certification, I am dedicated to expanding my knowledge and offering holistic, evidence-based care. My goal is to provide continuity of care through the Hunter Midwifery Group Practice (HMGP) model, ensuring women feel supported, safe, and empowered in every step of their journey.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse and Midwife

The John Hunter Hospital
08.2021 - Current

In my role as a Registered Nurse and Midwife, I provide holistic, evidence-based care across all stages of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. My focus is always on creating a safe and supportive environment where women feel empowered to make informed decisions. I take great pride in my ability to establish strong, trusting relationships with the women I care for, ensuring they are both heard and respected throughout their journey. Whether it's offering clinical support or emotional reassurance, my approach is always centred on the individual needs of each woman and her family.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Delivering antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care, while ensuring the safety and well-being of women and newborns.
  • Performing duties in accordance with NMBA's standards, policies and guidelines.
  • Building meaningful partnerships with women, advocating for their needs, and supporting informed decision-making.
  • Proficient in clinical tasks such as venipuncture and IV cannulation.
  • Promote breastfeeding.
  • Referring when appropriate eg. Women's Health Physio, GP, Lactation Consultants.
  • Effectively communicating and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care continuity.
  • Documenting care accurately and comprehensively, ensuring clear communication across healthcare teams.

Registered Nurse, PACU

Lingard Private Hospital
02.2021 - 08.2021

Before transitioning into midwifery, I worked as a Registered Nurse in various hospital settings, gaining invaluable skills that I continue to draw upon in my midwifery practice. The ability to provide holistic, compassionate care was always at the forefront of my approach, whether I was caring for post-operative patients or new mothers.

  • Delivered nursing care in maternity, medical, and surgical settings, working effectively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Gained hands-on experience in clinical procedures such as venipuncture, IV cannulation, and patient assessments, which provided a strong foundation for my midwifery career.
  • Developed and maintained strong communication and documentation practices to support the best outcomes for patients.

Registered Nurse

The Park Private Hospital
07.2020 - 02.2021
  • Performed A-E assessments, administered medications, and monitored patients’ recovery in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
  • Coordinated care in the General Ward and Day Stay Unit, managing bed allocations and team workflow.

Registered Nurse

Wyndham District Hospital
04.2020 - 07.2020
  • Performed A-E assessments, administered medications, and monitored patients’ recovery in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
  • Coordinated care within the Emergency Department
  • · Collaboratively worked in a rural hospital often utilising Emergency Telehealth Services (ETS)

Education

Childbirth Education Program -

Calmbirth Educator
Newcastle
01.2025

Bachelor of Midwifery - Registered Midwife

The University of Charles Darwin
Darwin, NT
12.2022

Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nursing

The University Of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
11.2019

Diploma of Enrolled Nursing - Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

The University Of Notre Dame Australia
Broome, WA
12.2017

Skills

  • Woman-centred care and advocacy
  • Antenatal, postnatal, and labour care
  • Breastfeeding support
  • Well-developed written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Infection Control
  • Basic Life Support and First Aid
  • Medication administration and intravenous therapy
  • Acute care experience
  • Venipuncture and IV cannulation
  • Rural nursing
  • Patient Safety
  • Knowledge of ISBAR, HAIDET, and NMBA standards

Additional Training and Qualifications

  • Calmbirth Educator Training
  • Applied first aid training
  • Level one officer St John Ambulance
  • National police clearance
  • Working with children check

References

Wendy Tsang- Midwifery Unit Manager

The John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle NSW

wendy.tsang@health.nsw.gov.au

Contact: 0409 390 787

Belinda Meyers - MidStart Recruitment Coordinator and Midwifery Educator

The John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle NSW

belinda.meyers@health.nsw.gov.au

Contact: 0439 427 783


Timeline

Registered Nurse and Midwife

The John Hunter Hospital
08.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse, PACU

Lingard Private Hospital
02.2021 - 08.2021

Registered Nurse

The Park Private Hospital
07.2020 - 02.2021

Registered Nurse

Wyndham District Hospital
04.2020 - 07.2020

Childbirth Education Program -

Calmbirth Educator

Bachelor of Midwifery - Registered Midwife

The University of Charles Darwin

Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nursing

The University Of Newcastle

Diploma of Enrolled Nursing - Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

The University Of Notre Dame Australia
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