Midwifery Professional Practice 3

This professional practice unit complements the theoretical unit 'HMB4101 Supporting Maternal and Newborn Wellbeing' and links to learning in the workplace. Utilising experience from the professional practice maternity placements in 'HMB2202 Midwifery Professional Practice 1' and 'HMB3102 Midwifery Professional Practice 2', students will be expected to extend their practice repertoire in providing midwifery care to women and families under the supervision of a clinical educator/preceptor. This practice unit will focus on students developing their knowledge and skills relating to women who experience complex pregnancy, labour, birth and the postpartum period. Emphasis is given to the recognition of problems and the collaborative and referral role of the midwife. Whilst recognising the role of other healthcare practitioners, midwifery care will be central. Students will be involved in providing midwifery care and support to women experiencing obstetric intervention and the use of medical technology. This unit provides students with further midwifery practice opportunities in a clinical venue. This practice subject will assist students to build on skills obtained in previous semesters in working with women experiencing childbearing. Students will recruit a further three (3) women for the Continuity of Care program.