Our Midwifery Graduate Program is thoughtfully designed to support new graduates as they transition into confident, capable clinicians. The program provides opportunities to consolidate and expand knowledge and skills through rich, hands-on experience across the full spectrum of maternity care (antenatal clinic, birth suite, inpatient services, midwifery home care and special care nursery).
There are two flexible pathways available:
- Midwifery Graduate Program
- Combined Midwifery/Nursing Graduate Program
Graduates choosing the combined Midwifery/Nursing pathway will also have the opportunity to complete a three-month rotation in an acute care setting such as medical, surgical, paediatrics, and emergency – broadening clinical exposure and strengthening your career foundations.
This program is ideal for graduates seeking a nurturing learning environment, diverse clinical experiences, and a strong start to a rewarding career at Peninsula University Hospital.
Length
12 month program
Intake month
February and August
Number of rotations
Up to five rotations across the full continuum of Maternity care; from Antenatal Clinic, Birth Suite and Inpatients through to Midwifery Home Care and Special Care Nursery.
Midwifery nursing graduates will have the option to complete 3 months in general nursing.
General information
- Up to five rotations across the midwifery spectrum of care
- 0.8 EFT, working 4 days per week
- Orientation program
- Supernumerary time on commencement of all rotations
- Annual leave
- 5 Midwifery Graduate study days
- Online learning modules
- 7 day rotating roster, working Monday to Sunday, AM, PM and ND shifts
Support
We support our graduates development through a team of excellent educators and support services.
- Graduate coordinator
- Midwifery and Nursing educators
- Clinical Support Midwives/Nurses
- Preceptor allocation
- Senior staff support
- Debrief sessions
- Employee Assistance Program
Continued education
The online Learning Management System provides graduates access to both mandatory training and supportive learning resources.
Seven study days are provided throughout the program, including Graduate-specific study days tailored to current rotations, as well as the Fetal Surveillance Education Program and Midwifery Interprofessional Simulation Training Program.
Regular in-services on the ward.
Contact
Midwifery Educator
Phone: (03) 9784 2358
Email: gnmp@phcn.vic.gov.au