The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) welcomes comments from the AMA that “a more modern, flexible, and transient workforce” is needed to meet the current and future primary health care needs of rural, regional, and remote communities. The AMA last week hosted a rural summit to discuss long-term medical workforce shortages in rural and regional…
The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) today spoke to its submission to the Inquiry into Diabetes, which is being conducted by the Standing Committee on Health, Aged Care and Sport, at a public hearing at Parliament House in Canberra. ACN CEO, Adjunct Professor Kylie Ward FACN, told the Committee that new models of nurse-led and…
Parliamentary Friends of Nursing The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is calling for action to address all incidences of nurses and violence – violence in the workplace, domestic violence in their own homes, caring for victims of domestic violence, and responding to child abuse and neglect. At a Parliamentary Friends of Nursing (PFON) event at…
In an era of unprecedented healthcare challenges and rapid transformations, nursing leadership is the backbone of high-quality, patient-centred care and innovative change. Nurse leaders are at the forefront of advocating for patients’ rights, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, driving evidence-based practices and commanding respect and recognition for our profession. Effective nursing leadership not only guides and motivates…
Prioritising the wellbeing of nursing staff extends far beyond mere compassion; it’s a strategic imperative, essential for fostering exceptional patient care, and integral to achieving organisational excellence. When nurses feel valued, supported, and cared for, their job satisfaction soars, leading to higher retention rates and lower turnover. These outcomes not only reduce recruitment costs but…
Applications open this week for the latest round of Aged Care Nursing and Allied Health Scholarships. Australian College of Nursing (ACN) CEO, Adjunct Professor Kylie Ward FACN, said today that these important scholarships are helping to train and retain the skilled workforce needed to meet the needs of the ageing Australian population. Adjunct Professor Ward…
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A recent report by the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre has found that there are an average of five drug-induced deaths in Australia per day. As nurses, we hold a pivotal role in not only identifying and managing substance use issues but also in fostering community education and awareness. Understanding the signs of an…
Applications open this week for the 2024 Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarships Scheme. The Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarships Scheme (PHMSS) encourages and assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander undergraduate students in health-related disciplines to complete their studies and join the health workforce. The Australian Government established the PHMSS as a tribute to the late Dr Arnold…
Australian College of Nursing (ACN) CEO, Adjunct Professor Kylie Ward FACN, said today that enabling nurses to work to the full scope of their skills and training would dramatically improve patient access to high quality primary health care where and when they need it. Welcoming today’s announcement that Professor Mark Cormack will lead the Unleashing…