CHHHS Midwifery learning packages: Perineal repair

Please retain these PDF documents and bring to your Individual Development Plan (IDP) discussion.

Access the Perineal Care Guidelines, QHEPS intranet site via policies, Cairns & Hinterland Hospital & Health Service - Women’s Gynaecology Neonatal Procedures (see link below).

Attend a Perineal Repair Workshop. This workshop is aimed at midwives wishing to develop practical skills and theoretical knowledge of 1st & 2nd degree tears in childbirth.

Content of the workshop includes:

• Audiovisual aids with information on the principles of recognition and management of perineal trauma
• Surgical skills workshops with the use of models – knot tying, instrument ties
• Case scenarios and perineal repair simulation exercises

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Complete three perineal repairs under supervision by an accredited midwife or doctor – to be documented on the Midwifery Skills Competency in Perineal Repair.  Submit to the Midwifery educator - evidence of competency can then be recorded on the Trendcare education database.

Recognition of prior learning– see Midwifery Educator or NUM of Birth Suite

For further information relating to learning packages and midwifery education within CHHHS, contact: