THE role of a midwife in bringing new life into the world carries a huge responsibility and can have a lasting impact on a mother.
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On Thursday it was time for the Western NSW Local Health District (WLHD) to acknowledge the professionalism of midwives on the International Day of the Midwife, and two Orange women took out top awards to recognise their dedication to the health and well-being of mothers and newborns.
Midwife Elide Newton, from Orange hospital, has been awarded the title of 2016 WLHD Midwife of the Year.
She said she was honoured to bee chosen from all the midwives in the extensive health district.
“Being a midwife is a privilege and absolute joy, which is reward enough,” she said.
Ms Newton was voted the top WLHD midwife by her colleagues who work at various hospitals in the region.
“I am very proud to have been put forward by my colleagues for the award,” Ms Newton said.
“All of our midwives are deserving of being acknowledged in this way.
“We are all passionate about midwifery care and providing support to women and their families.”
A WLHD spokesperson said nominees for this year’s award had to demonstrate their commitment to the midwifery profession and values that highlight patient/client care and service.
“Elide was named Midwife of the Year for being a valued member of the Orange Midwifery Group Practice team and was recognised for constantly striving to improve her skills and clinical practice to ensure women and newborns receive the quality care that they deserve,” the spokesman said.
At a local level Orange hospital also announced its Midwife of the Year, with Deanna Hall winning the award.