Aboriginal Nursing and Midwifery Strategy

Work in values-driven teams that feel like family, while giving back to your local community and Country. Your presence strengthens connection, culture, and trust across the health system.

 

The word 'dturali' is from the Darug language and means 'to grow'. Darug Elder, Aunty Edna Watson shared this word from language she learnt from her mother and grandfather.

Yaegl woman, Jessica Birk created this artwork to inspire the meaningful impact the NSW Aboriginal Nursing and Midwifery Strategy has to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples'.

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Thrive together through culture, care, and connection

The Nursing and Midwifery Office is committed to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by strengthening and growing the Aboriginal nursing and midwifery workforce across NSW. 

The Aboriginal Nursing and Midwifery Strategy supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to pursue rewarding careers in nursing and midwifery, while creating opportunities for professional growth, leadership and lifelong career development within NSW Health. 

Through this Strategy, the Nursing and Midwifery Office aims to: 

  • ​Increase the number of Aboriginal nurses and midwives employed across NSW Health. 
  • Strengthen career pathways, professional development and leadership opportunities for Aboriginal nurses and midwives. 
  • Foster culturally safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces where Aboriginal nurses and midwives are supported to thrive. 
  • Contribute to improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through a strong, culturally responsive nursing and midwifery workforce​. 
Build a career with real opportunities, from traineeships and cadetships to specialist and leadership roles. Wherever you start, there’s a path for you to grow, step up, and thrive.

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Current as at: Thursday 24 September 2026
Contact page owner: Nursing and Midwifery