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ArticleNursing open2025

Employing Yarning to Explore the Impact of Endorsed Midwives in an Aboriginal Medical Service.

Assimina Di Lollo, Susan Smith, Tahlia Johnson, Nina Sivertsen

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Assimina Di LolloCollege of Nursing and Health Sciences, Caring Futures Institute, Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Susan SmithCollege of Nursing and Health Sciences, Caring Futures Institute, Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4469-3959
Tahlia JohnsonCollege of Nursing and Health Sciences, Caring Futures Institute, Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8909-2882
Nina SivertsenCollege of Nursing and Health Sciences, Caring Futures Institute, Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7150-0836

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

aimThe aim of this study was to explore the role of Endorsed Midwives employed in an Aboriginal Medical Service (AMS) and to assess the impact on Aboriginal mothers and babies using the service.

backgroundCurrent research on the role of the Endorsed Midwife (EM) is limited, with no available evidence regarding its application in an AMS setting. Health disparities persist in the outcomes of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal mothers and babies. Aboriginal Community-Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) strives to address these challenges by providing culturally safe maternity care. However, there is minimal evidence on the effectiveness of EMs in AMS settings.

methodThis study used yarning to conduct interviews with EMs and Yorgas receiving care in an AMS in Western Australia.

resultsKey themes identified from the EMs included greater job satisfaction, increased flexibility to deliver holistic care and enhanced collaboration within the multidisciplinary team. In contrast, the Yorgas emphasised the development of trusting relationships with the EMs and their appreciation for culturally appropriate, continuous care.

conclusionsThis study provides a holistic perspective on the role of EMs in AMS settings, contributing valuable knowledge to EMs' practice while amplifying the voices of Yorgas who accessed the AMS. IMPLICATIONS FOR THE PROFESSION: The results of this study indicate that EMs possess enhanced capacity and flexibility in their roles, which contributes to greater job satisfaction whilst better meeting the needs of Yorgas' birthing in AMSs. IMPACT: This study explored the impact of Endorsed Midwives in an AMS. Endorsed midwives achieved greater job satisfaction and were well received by Aboriginal patients. This research increased knowledge of the benefits of Endorsed Midwives employed in an AMS, thereby enhancing the care of Aboriginal clients. REPORTING

methodThis study adhered to the SQRQ guidelines for reporting qualitative research. PATIENT/PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION: The study was overseen by an Aboriginal advisory circle, who actively participated in the research process with a focus on culturally appropriate ways of knowing, being and doing research. The Advisory circle was involved from conception and design to data acquisition, analysis, as well as interpretation of data.

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Health Services, IndigenousMidwiferyNurse MidwivesAdultFemaleHumansInterviews as TopicJob SatisfactionMaternal Health ServicesPregnancyQualitative ResearchWestern AustraliaAboriginal Community‐Controlled Health OrganisationAboriginal maternal healthAboriginal Medical Serviceendorsed midwife

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PMID41163625
PMCPMC12572829

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