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This article discusses Australia's growing nursing shortage, which threatens to derail federal efforts to improve aged care. Providers are struggling to meet government-mandated daily care minutes due to the lack of nurses, a situation expected to worsen until at least 2035. While the government has increased wages and pledged funds, aged care managers and nursing federations stress the need for higher salaries, better incentives, and workforce reforms to attract and retain nursing staff.

Transitioning into a supervisory, managerial, or leadership role in the health sector is both a rewarding and challenging experience. The Australian health system is complex, with unique demands that require specific skills and expertise. Whether you are overseeing a team in a hospital, aged care facility, or community health setting, developing the following essential skills will set you up for success.

Explore five ways ChatGPT can assist you with your health and medical job search. ChatGPT tools can help candidates align applications with job descriptions, build confidence for interviews, and remain competitive in a constantly evolving sector. Read more here.

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) has welcomed the federal Government’s commitment to expanding fee-free TAFE courses, saying the changes could save student nurses almost $16,000 in course fees. Removing cost-barriers to training would support the recruitment of new ENs, contributing to a more stable pipeline of job-ready workers. Read more here.