Leadership and Management: Not one and the same
Leadership can often be mistaken with management and the two do overlap. But while leadership and management in nursing and midwifery share some similarities, they are two distinct roles. “The biggest difference is that while we have leadership skills inherent in all of us, management is more of a learnt process”, says RN and Academic […]
Gender pay gap data reveals substantial pay disparity
Unions have welcomed publication of the gender pay gap for nearly 5,000 Australian private sector employers for the first time but urge more needs to be done to close the disparity. “Publicising the gender pay gap is a tool that works – it shines a light on entrenched practices and structural inequalities that see women […]
Nurse awarded peace prize for passionate advocacy
A trailblazing Australian nurse has been recognised for her passionate advocacy for peace in the Middle East, as well as her dedication and care for the refugees and innocent victims of conflict. APHEDA co-founder, nurse and advocate for refugee and women’s rights, Dr Helen McCue AM has been awarded winner of the 2023-2024 Jerusalem (Al […]
Victorian nurses leading the way in accessible infant and child first aid
Victorian paediatric critical care nurse Grace Larson has joined forces with her sister Skye helping provide free infant and child first aid to disadvantaged parents and carers in the state. Still in its early days, The Sisterhood Project is partnering with accredited first aid providers to offer free infant and child first aid training to […]
Bring back the arvo nap to combat summer heat
Having an arvo nap may be better for your health than cranking up the air con to combat the heat this summer. Too much air conditioning may be harming our health, according to a study led by researchers at the Australian National University (ANU). Despite spending substantially more time in air-conditioned spaces over the past […]
Nepalese experience inspires Australian nursing students
Australian nursing students have immersed themselves in a rich cultural and educational experience in Nepal developing clinical skills while observing the challenges of providing healthcare in a developing country including poverty and limited resources. Eighteen second-year CQUniversity (CQU) Bachelor of Nursing students and two lecturers travelled to Kathmandu and Pokhara through June and July as […]
Bowel screening reminder for World Cancer Day
Ahead of World Cancer Day on 4 February, Australian researchers are calling for people of all ages to be aware of the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer. “We know early detection and treatment is vital to overcoming not only bowel cancer, but potentially other cancers as well,” said Professor Si Ming Man from the […]
Delegation in aged care: Know your responsibilities
Recent reforms in aged care have led to some employers reducing the number of enrolled nurses, leaving a skills gap which has brought to the fore concerns around delegation of work
Midwife pilot inspires next generation of nurses and midwives to aim high
“My advice for those that are starting out is that you’ve got to believe in yourself,” says midwife, helicopter pilot and CEO Captain Jan Becker who has spent years saving babies’ lives in Africa. Dr Becker gave some advice to those starting out in nursing and midwifery as she graduated in early October with a […]
Just ask: Inclusive language tool for midwives
Two Queer midwives have co-designed an inclusive birthing language poster for midwives and birth workers to help provide respectful care for all families. “When midwives use inclusive language, they make their families feel respected and comfortable and build trust more easily. “This approach allows for open and honest communication, which is crucial during the emotional […]