I love my job. But it's physically, mentally, and emotionally draining": a cross-sectional survey exploring midwives' intentions of leaving the profession in Melbourne, Australia

• Main Authors: Robyn P Matthews (Author), Michelle S Newton (Author), Rebecca L Hyde (Author), Touran Shafiei (Author), Fleur Llewelyn (Author), Della A Forster (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic there were midwifery workforce deficits reported in Australia, but inadequate workforce data to identify retention and attrition in the profession. In the post-pandemic era, workforce deficits continue. This paper reports on midwives' intention...