Landmark report calls for urgent action to fix global nurse staffing crisis
Understaffing is endangering both nurses and patients and undermining healthcare quality, a groundbreaking new report from Global Nurses United (GNU) has revealed. The worldwide nurse staffing crisis affects regions differently – with the Global North experiencing workforce exodus due to poor conditions while the Global South struggles with severe resource limitations, according to the report. […]
Simulation expansion in midwifery consolidates skills for practice
An expansion of Edith Cowan University Ward for a Day initiative for midwifery students in Western Australia follows a $500,000 investment in new equipment including high fidelity simulated birthing mannequins. ECU’s School of Nursing and Midwifery immersive practice ward-based simulation builds on its existing program, which places nursing students in real-world scenarios to assist their […]
Celebrating International Nurses Day
Every year, we take time to acknowledge and celebrate the incredible contributions of nurses around the world. On International Nurses Day (12 May), we recognise the dedication, skill, and compassion of these essential professionals who provide care when it is needed most. As we mark this important day, we extend our gratitude to all nurses […]
Nurses and midwives’ vital role in blood borne virus testing
Blood borne virus (BBV) testing in the healthcare setting is often initiated by nursing and midwifery staff, including infection prevention and control (IPC) nurses and hospital coordinators for the management of occupational exposure incidents, midwives for antenatal screening, and nurses throughout diverse community settings including community, correctional, refugee and sexual health settings.1 Nurses and midwives […]
8 reasons to take your career in mental health to South Australia
Want to take the next step in your mental health career or just looking for a change of scenery? Whether you’re just getting started or you’re a seasoned professional, there’s plenty of reasons to take your career in mental health to South Australia. While South Australia may be known for our festivals, wine regions and […]
Courage under fire as a nurse leads through a bushfire crisis
The 2024 report Climate-Driven Extreme Weather Events: Australian Nurses’ and Midwives’ Experiences highlights the extraordinary leadership of nurses and midwives during some of Australia’s most severe climate-driven disasters.1 This three-part ANMJ series presents case studies that showcase how these incredible healthcare professionals lead responses in times of crisis, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and compassion when their communities were at their […]
ANMF congratulates Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on historic election win
The ANMF says it looks forward to working with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to continue to deliver improved outcomes in health and aged care, following his historic election win.
Coalition’s vaping plan risks dismantling protections for young people
The Liberal-National Coalition’s plan to raise revenue from vape taxation will undo years of public health progress, warns the public health community. The public health community has called on the Coalition to retract its plan, arguing it will see the legalisation of vape sales through retail outlets and dramatically increase access to vapes by young […]
Nurse led success stories – Increased access by Tasmanian NP
Kerrie Duggan is the co-owner, managing director, and a nurse practitioner at Cygnet Family Practice in Tasmania’s Huon Valley. She stepped in as co-owner with the support of philanthropic investors to save the practice after the previous owner decided to close it. Now a thriving multidisciplinary clinic, Cygnet Family Practice has a team of over […]
Celebrating International Day of the Midwife
Every year, we take time to acknowledge and celebrate the incredible contributions of midwives around the world. On International Day of the Midwife (5 May) we recognise the dedication, skill, and compassion of these essential professionals who provide care when it is needed most. As we mark this important day, we extend our gratitude to […]