Average Maternity Nurse (RN) Hourly Pay in Australia

AU$37.00
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (AUD)
25%
A$28.97
MEDIAN
A$37
75%
A$50.92

The average hourly pay for a Maternity Nurse (RN) is AU$37.00 in 2025

Hourly Rate
AU$29 - AU$51
Total Pay
AU$60k - AU$106k
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What Do Maternity Nurse (RN)s Do?

Maternity Nurse (RN) Tasks
  • Assess comprehensive patient and family needs.
  • Identify outcomes based on the needs assessment.
  • Coordinate the care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and the immediate stabilization of the newborn following delivery.
  • Monitor progress of laboring patients and modify the plan of care as needed.
  • Establish care plans.
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FAQs About Maternity Nurse (RN)s

What is the highest pay for Maternity Nurse (RN)s?

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What is the lowest pay for Maternity Nurse (RN)s?

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How can Maternity Nurse (RN)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Maternity Nurse (RN) is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Maternity Nurse (RN) that oversees more junior Maternity Nurse (RN)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.