Free nursing and midwifery study – Victorian Government degree scholarships in 2024

The Pharmacy Guild of Australia’s ‘Workforce Capability Project’ publishes a range of reports and workforce insights, helping to educate the sector and improve workforce planning. Their Career Paths Report, and key findings from their biannual workforce survey, are available to view by non-members and would appeal to job seekers considering a career in Pharmacy, those wanting to further progress their pharmacy careers in Australia, or healthcare employers who employ pharmacy staff.

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) has published its Workforce Survey Report 2024, after conducting a nationwide survey of its members and analysing the results. Participants were invited to share their perspectives on workforce challenges and federal priorities for psychiatry and the mental health sector. The results reveal how burnout and staff shortages continue to impact the workforce, services, and patient care.

Changes to labour market testing requirements have been announced which simplify the process for health and medical employers recruiting international workers. From 11 December 2023, it is no longer a requirement for employers to advertise on Workforce Australia before sponsoring a worker on a Subclass 482 or 494 visa. Employers now only need to advertise across two valid job platforms, instead of three.

The Nursing and Midwifery Board (NMBA) is seeking feedback and public consultation on the proposed guidelines for privately practising nurses (PPNs). This impacts enrolled nurses and registered nurses working privately outside of a health service setting. The NMBA provide an online survey and a detailed consultation paper for reference. Feedback is required by Friday 12 April 2024.