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Overcoming the undersupply--supporting midwives' return to practice.

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  • 1Northern Hospital, 185 Cooper St, Epping, Victoria 3076.

Australian Journal of Midwifery : Professional Journal of the Australian College of Midwives Incorporated
|January 21, 2004
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Midwives returning to practice need comprehensive support. Successful refresher programs require addressing both personal and professional needs for midwives.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing and Midwifery Education
  • Healthcare Workforce Development

Background:

  • Addressing a global midwife shortage necessitates programs for returning practitioners.
  • Victorian refresher programs aim to re-skill midwives lacking recent clinical experience.

Observation:

  • A 2001 case study at The Northern Hospital, Melbourne, investigated support needs.
  • Eight participants in a midwife refresher program were studied using questionnaires and interviews.

Findings:

  • Support for returning midwives must encompass both personal and professional aspects.
  • Successful reintegration into contemporary clinical practice depends on holistic support.

Implications:

  • Findings inform the design of effective midwife refresher programs.

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  • Enhancing support structures can improve retention of experienced midwives.