School Of Nursing And MidwiferyMidwifery Practice 2Western Sydney University Unit Code: 401093.1
Discipline: MIDWIFERY
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Prerequisite
401089 Childbirth in the Australian Context AND 401090 Midwifery Practice 1
Corequisite
401091 Complex Care
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4697 Graduate Diploma in Midwifery and be a registered nurse employed in a participating NSW Health Local Health District facility in the position of a midwifery student.
About this Unit
During this unit students will continue to gain practical experience in designated clinical areas and follow their 10 women throughout pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period in a continuity of care model. They will strengthen their skills in undertaking psychosocial assessment, effectively engaging women in services, facilitating groups and working in collaboration with other professionals to support women. In addition, they will work with women with complex health issues. This unit provides students with the knowledge to collaborate with all health professionals and includes assessing procedures for managing obstetric emergencies; transferring women or newborns with complex health issues; and assessing referral pathways.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Students must have access to the internet and a computer. Students are required to wear closed shoes (covering heels and instep). Students who do not wear the correct clothing will be excluded from clinical practicum sessions.
Courses| 4697.1 | Graduate Diploma in Midwifery | CONTINUING |