What does the new Commonwealth Prac Payment mean for students? Will it do enough to end ‘placement poverty’?

Sponsored by Victoria University, this Insider Guide provides essential information for becoming an internationally qualified nurse in Australia. Applicants must apply through the Nursing and Midwifery Board, undergo an assessment against the Australian Qualifications Framework, and, depending on the stream (A, B, or C), complete the required steps including orientation, additional documentation, passing exams, or further qualification upgrades. More detailed steps are available here.

The Australian Government is seeking nominations from interested Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander leaders to join the new First Nations Health Governance Group in 2024. They encourage applicants with expertise across a range of health disciplines to apply. Applications close 11:59 pm (AEST) on Friday 7 June 2024.

The Australian Medical Association (AMA) in Queensland has released a media statement calling for more public awareness of the pharmacy pilot in Queensland. Although workforce shortages continue to impact health service delivery, they say convenience should not override safety or quality. They would like the pilot to involve better reporting mechanisms for adverse outcomes and other quality measures to help evaluate the pilot’s success.

The Australian Government’s new Migration Strategy hopes to deliver significant reforms to our migration system and target the migration of skilled occupations that support the quality of life of all Australians. New visa classes, residency pathways, and integrity measures will improve job mobility and worker protections, thus motivating skilled professionals to move to Australia. Read more about these reforms and their potential impact on Australia’s health sector recruitment and workforce.