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2 May 2011 - Issue 8

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So if you have experience in Mental Health and want to work with the team that understands the speciality then

Call MHS today to find out more on 1300 527 034 enquiries@mhsnurses.com.au - www.mhsnurses.com.au

At MHS we understand Mental Health. We understand the specialties within the specialty, Mother & Baby, Forensic, CATT, PGAT, Child and Adolescent and so on.

WE KNOW WHAT THAT MEANS.

WE CAN OFFER TO YOU> Above award wages> Parking allowances

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> Sponsorship to Mental Health seminars> Casual, Contract and Permanent Positions

MHS IS LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING STAFF;> Nurses

> Credentialled Mental Health Nurses> Social Workers

> Psychologists> Occupational Therapists

> Administrative Staff

MHS NURSES AGENCY – MENTAL HEALTH STAFFING SPECIALISTS IS A NEW ORGANISATION THAT SPECIALISES IN STAFFING FOR MENTAL HEALTH. WE HAVE A GROWING LIST OF CLIENTS IN MELBOURNE WHO ARE LOOKING FOR QUALITY STAFF TO ASSIST WITH DAY TO DAY SHIFTS AND CONTRACT POSITIONS. APART FROM MELBOURNE WE ALSO HAVE CONTRACT POSITIONS IN REGIONAL VICTORIA, NSW AND NT.

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Cairns Nursing Agency ...................................... 19Western Australia Country Health ..................... 20CQ Nurse ......................................................... 21Australian Recruiting Group .............................. 22Drake Medox ................................................... 24 Navitas ............................................................. 27Frontline Health ................................................ 28SwingShift ........................................................ 31

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From the Editor...

Welcome to Issue 8

The ladies that won this issue’s front cover competition are the staff from the Women’s Health Unit at Peninsula Health, Victoria. The photo was submitted by Michelle McElroy and here’s what she has to say. “We had a pink ribbon breakfast on our ward and had a bra decorating competition which was a huge success and we raised $350 for breast cancer!”

Congratulations Michelle and team for winning the front cover competition with such a fun photo! We would also like to applaud the work to raise money for breast cancer. Well done!

We have explored our way through the great state of Victoria to bring you all you need to know for working and studying there (page 23). We’ve put together useful directories of select hospitals, health services and universities across the state to help you start or further your career. Plus, we take a look at one Victorian nurse’s motivating and award-winning contribution to her field of nursing.

For our next issue, we will be looking at the field of Mental Health Nursing. We’ll discover what’s happening now within this field, as well as what it takes to become a mental health nurse and how to get there. Stay tuned!

This Issue

Next Issue

For the next issue, we take a closer look at the current status of Mental Health in Australia

Read on to discover more about Victoria’s great opportunities on page 23

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from Arabia. It’s less than a four-hour flight from the cities

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of eastern Africa, and the travel bargains available from

the Gulf are truly amazing.

Gulf salary arrangements make spectacular holidays like

this amazingly accessible. When you can save up to 85%

of your gross pay with little effort (there’s no income tax),

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The progressive nations of the Gulf need western

nurses to help build their healthcare systems, so they are

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So for the experience of a lifetime, call Christine Kohleis

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CCM is a leading International Health Recruitment company with over 20 years experience in placing Registered Nurses and Allied Health Staff overseas. CCM recruiters are Registered Nurses with firsthand experience living and working in international locations. Our recruiters provide expert advice and support from your first point of contact up until you step on the plane. In addition CCM provide continued support while you are overseas.

CCM are looking for Staff Nurses, Nurse Managers, Senior Administration and Allied Health Staff. To find out more, call one of our friendly recruiters for a confidential, non-obligatory chat.

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TIME TO DOTHE ROUNDS?

Feel like an international adventure but not sure where to go now that Nursing Registration in the UK is not as easy any longer?

Why not take advantage of the tax free salary and excellent benefi ts available in Saudi Arabia and use this location as your stepping stone to Europe and beyond? Many other Nurses are...

The employers that we work with, and they are the best around, recognise and reward the skills, experience and motivation of Nurses from Australia and New Zealand and are keen to secure more to support their growing healthcare systems – meaning you can earn a tax free salary, have the majority of your expenses paid, accrue generous annual leave and then use it to take off and travel!

We are seeking experienced Nurse Managers, Nursing Supervisors, Nurse Educators, Nurse Unit Managers, Assistant Nurse Managers, Team Leaders and quality Registered Nurses in a wide variety of different specialties – including Liver Transplant, Oncology, Paediatrics, Cardiac Services, ER, Critical Care, Medical, Surgical, NNICU and Theatre.

For the most accurate, friendly, free and up to date advice on the best options available for you - call Pauline or Anna now.

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For Australia Wide positions call 1300 305 594 or call one of our of�ces throughout Australia

So why worry about your next shift? Relax when you join Mediserve Nursing Agency today!

Mediserve is now open in Canberra!!To register with Mediserve please call or visit our new of�ce located at: Unit 2, 7 Geils Court, Deakin. For further enquiries please call (02) 6232 4080 or send us an email to: canberra@mediserve.com.au

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Join the Preferred Supplier of Nurses today!

Calling All Nurses & Midwives

Mediserve has been selected onto the panel of preferred agencies to

supply nurses to the Health Departments of South Australia, Western Australia, Queensland,

the Northern Territory, the Australian Capital Territory and

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For Australia Wide positions call 1300 305 594 or call one of our of�ces throughout Australia

So why worry about your next shift? Relax when you join Mediserve Nursing Agency today!

Mediserve is now open in Canberra!!To register with Mediserve please call or visit our new of�ce located at: Unit 2, 7 Geils Court, Deakin. For further enquiries please call (02) 6232 4080 or send us an email to: canberra@mediserve.com.au

PERTH: (08) 9325 1332 - perth@mediserve.com.auMELBOURNE: (03) 9629 3780 - melbourne@mediserve.com.auSYDNEY: (02) 9290 2700 - sydney@mediserve.com.au

ADELAIDE: (08) 8212 2595 - adelaide@mediserve.com.auBRISBANE: (07) 3229 2528 - brisbane@mediserve.com.auDARWIN: (08) 8981 2446 - darwin@mediserve.com.au

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So if you’re thinking of branching out, call Libby and her team today on 1800 240 988 to explore the possibilities. www.nursecaretas.com.au

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Silver Chain offers comprehensive training and specialist support to all successful applicants, as well as providing a dynamic team work environment and generous salary packaging (earn up to $16,050 tax free per annum).

Silver Chain is recruiting Registered Nurses for the following positions...

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Shop anywhere with aPrepaid Mastercard

worth $300 AUDIts simple - sign up to our newsletter and you will be in the draw to WIN a Prepaid Mastercard worth $300 to spend in stores anywhere around the globe. Existing subscribers of our newsletter also qualify for this competition. Details on how to enter will be given in the newsletter. To enter simply sign up online via www.nursingpost.com.au before Friday, 15th July 2011 for your chance to win. The competition will be drawn on the 19th July 2011 and the winner announced on the 25th July 2011 (Issue 14).

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Coast Region provides residential and community services across the far north and mid north coasts of NSW.

Our Goonellabah complex offers high and low level care, as well as dementia specific services within three residential

facilities. It is a lifestyle-orientated community with excellent services and amenities and is experiencing rapid growth.

We are looking for a permanent, self motivated Registered Nurse who is passionate about providing quality care to the

elderly and enjoys working alongside others in a supportive environment. Our RNs provide current clinical practice and

assessments throughout the facilities and community, demonstrate clinical leadership around the development of our

resident care plans, and coach and support the care staff.

Selection Criteria:

• Registered Nurse currently registered with the NSW Board

• Previous residential aged care experience preferred but not essential

• Experience in staff management of care staff

• Knowledge of the aged care standards and the role of the RN within a facility

• Knowledge of OH&S and quality systems

• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills

• Basic computer skills are an advantage

We offer comprehensive CPDP, and a Nursing Scholarship Program to enhance career pathways. If you are ready for

a challenging and rewarding position where you can really make a difference in aged care, please apply.

For further information please contact the Human Resources Administrator (02) 6624 6333 or email

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Applications must address the selection criteria and are to be forwarded to the Human Resources

Office, UnitingCare Ageing North Coast Region, PO Box 4048, Goonellabah, NSW 2480. Or email

humanresources@caroona.org.au.

Applications Close 5pm Wednesday 22nd June 2011

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UnitingCare Ageing is an EEO Employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Appointment will be

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Upcoming Magazine Features

If you are interested in participating in any of the above publications either by advertising or editorial contributions, don’t hesitate to contact us on (08) 9325 3917 or admin@nursingpost.com.au.

ISSUE 916TH MAY 2011

Showcasing articles and discussions on the current status of mental health in Australia

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If you would like to know more, please contact Cairns Nursing Agency on (07) 4031 0377 or send an email to: nick@cairnsnursingagency.com.au

Cairns Nursing Agency has positions available Australia wide for Registered Nurses. From the outback to lush tropical

island locations....we have Australia covered.

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We are looking for Registered Nurses/Midwives seeking to travel, experience rural and remote WA and broaden their nursing experience in a variety of areas including remote health, emergency, high dependency, palliative care, medical, surgical, operating theatre, paediatrics, mental health and aged care.All rotational programs arranges your travel, costs and accommodation – all you have to do is experience an opportunity of a LIFETIME!

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New experiences, adventures and clinical opportunities

WA Country Health Service consists of seven regions

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Wheatbelt, Great Southern and South West.

WA Country Health ServiceOpportunities of A Lifetime

To find out more about WA Country Health Service visit: www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au For further information about any of the programs and job opportunities please contact the Nursing Workforce Intiative Program Manager phone: 0429 419 360Website Links for further information: www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au/countrytocoast www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au/oceantooutback www.wachs.health.wa.gov.au/default.asp?rid= 7&pid=4643 - Midwives travel and deliver rotational program Applications to: wachsnurses@health.wa.gov.au

WA Country Health Service provides:

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Working and Studying in Victoria

In this feature, we explore all that Victoria has to offer. Take a look at our Hospitals and Health Services Directory in Metropolitan and Rural locations throughout Victoria. We also look at motivational stories by nurses and study opportunities available to you in Victoria.

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GREAT Reasons to Work in5VICTORIA1. THE LIFESTYLEWhat doesn’t Victoria have? There are the beautiful, clean coastal beaches, the scenic rural landscapes, uninhabited native forests and the breath-taking alpines. And then there’s the booming cultural capital of Australia, aka Melbourne, known for its brilliant coffee and fresh produce and the laid back, friendly attitudes of the local Victorians. You can choose from the laid back country lifestyle that Victoria can offer, or you can choose the buzzing city lights of Melbourne. Whatever lifestyle you want, Victoria has it to offer you.

2. EDUCATIONVictoria has some of the most prestigious universities that are highly recognized on a global level, let alone in Australia, with Monash University and the University of Melbourne making it into the Top 100 List of Best Universities in the world. Victoria also happens to have the highest university participation and graduation rates in the Asian region. With a wide range of study courses on offer, including most nursing specializations on offer, your dream career can start and continue to grow in the one state.

3. THE PEOPLE Local Victorians are known as being laid-back, relaxed and friendly people. This attraction of welcoming people is just another reason why there’s been such a population boom in the state, with an estimated 2.2% increase within a year’s time frame, and rising. It currently stands at 5.5 million people, with the population expected to expand to 6 million by the end of 2013. This is only good news for any healthcare professionals who want to stay in demand and never worry about job availabilities or furthering their careers. Victoria is the place to do just that; go further.

4. BUSINESSES ARE BOOMING The main industry strengths for Victoria include knowledge-based practices such as healthcare, medicine and medical research. Business professionals choose Victoria because it offers advanced information and technologies, high quality professional support services, a booming economy, stable political environment, as well as a transparent regulatory system. Victoria is even the preferred location for six of the Australia’s top 10 largest employers. With businesses and industries, both small and large, taking off in Victoria consistently, employment rates will continue to increase exponentially.

5. OPPORTUNITIESConsidering the population and business boom that’s still continuing in Victoria, nursing jobs are a plenty, with fantastic opportunities available in all sectors, from public and private hospitals, to community care, private practices, general practices, specialist clinics and even a 24 hour Nurse-On-Call facility. Now that healthcare faculties are in demand with the booming population of Victoria, there really hasn’t been a better time to start or continue your nursing career in Victoria.

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Feature Profile - Working and Studying in Victoria

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Jennifer won the ‘Excellence in Nursing Practice’ award at the 2009 State Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards by the Victorian Department of Health. It was

Jennifer’s initiative, energy and tenacity that saw the successful establishment, pilot and implementation of a new ‘in-reach’ service for residential aged care facilities.

The Aged Care Liaison Service has made significant improvements to the health care experience for aged care residents by providing care in their own environments, avoiding the need for unnecessary time spent in emergency departments, preventing admission to hospital and reducing the length of stay and the risk of functional decline if admission is required.

Demand for the service has steadily grown and the results are impressive. To date, over 1,100 aged care facility residents referred to the service have had their acute health care needs triaged over the phone, with 63 per cent of them avoiding presentation to the emergency department and over 190 unnecessary inpatient admissions prevented.

Jennifer was responsible for process development, care provision and evaluation of

this service, which has crossed traditional hospital boundaries by utilising a collaborative approach.

Jennifer was very surprised to be nominated and when her name was announced as a winner she felt disbelief and awe at first, then was very proud to be a nurse surrounded by colleagues who are all achieving such high standards of care.

Her colleagues were thrilled and their contribution was acknowledged at all times. The wider staff, particularly in the emergency departments, who engaged with the program to achieve good patient outcomes, also experienced a great deal of satisfaction. Western Health has a strong culture of high achievement and actively promotes excellence and innovation, both internally and externally.

Jennifer is planning to use the substantial monetary award to assist in educating the team through conferences and short courses.

Winning the award has influenced Jennifer’s career aspirations and has given her more confidence. It has also raised the profile of the Aged Care Liaison Service at Western Health. Since winning the award, Jennifer has been promoted to Manager, Immediate Response Service and is involved in the development of a service comprising residential in-reach and emergency care coordination. This is an exciting challenge for Jennifer and she looks forward to good outcomes for patients.

The objective of the awards is to publically acknowledge and recognise excellence in practice by nurses and midwives in Victoria. This is part of the Victorian Government’s support for nurses and midwives.

For further information and to read more inspiring stories, visit or call : // WWW.NURSING.VIC.GOV.AU // 1300 253 942

Every year, the State Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards held by the Victorian Department of Health publicly recognise and acknowledge the contribution that nurses and midwives make to the Victorian public health system. We take a look at one of the 2009 winners to see what the award meant to her and to find out what she has been doing since winning her award.

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Ever wonder just what a school nurse does all day?

Many mistakenly believe that being a school nurse is a “cushy” job. In reality, being a school nurse involves not only meeting the needs of the students but also parents and teachers..

A school nurse must be prepared to deal with almost anything, from an outbreak of head lice to a stomach-ache, from coughs and colds to the occasional serious accident in the school gym. The following are just some of the responsibilities of a school nurse:

What is the Role of a School Nurse?

1. Direct nursing care: school nurses may care for students and teachers with acute or chronic conditions, such as asthma, food allergies, seizure disorders and other special needs. They must be aware of the medical histories and underlying health problems of students in order to anticipate potentially serious health situations. School nurses may treat injuries, monitor and administer medications and other duties within the scope of practice.

2. Leadership: emergency plans and the overall system of care for their particular schools often fall to the school nurse, who acts as a leader for staff and students in a wide variety of situations (i.e. fire, natural disasters). It is often the school nurse’s duty

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to ensure that staff and students know what to do in such situations.

3. Ensuring the school environment is a healthy one: school nurses are responsible for promoting the physical and mental wellbeing of students and staff. This may involve counseling students about bullying, monitoring outbreaks of illness/disease, assessing air quality and playground equipment safety, and contributing to policies that keep students safe in the school environment.

4. Health promotion: school nurses may be involved in a range of education and screening opportunities such as immunisation programs, dental hygiene programs, scoliosis screening, nutrition counseling, sex education, health fairs and educating individuals, classes and others regarding healthy practices. School nurses also liaise with family members and other healthcare professionals such as doctors, social workers and health program officials.

The practice of school nursing is challenging as nurses may need to deliver a variety of other roles as required for the school community. It requires good interpersonal skills to be able to work with adults and children. Often school nurses may practice in isolation and therefore must be confident and comfortable working in this type of environment.

It is a rewarding job and offers an opportunity to practice a wide range skills for a broad community. Although many people view the role of a school nurse as an easy one, the reality is that school nurses must be prepared for almost anything.

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Promesse is sometimes asked why

our nurses stay in the Gulf, given the

current political unrest in other Arab

states like Libya. Based on a recent

trip to the Gulf and feedback from

our nurses, the truth is that it has not

affected them – they are simply getting

on with their lives and work. Besides,

many feel a professional responsibility

for their work and patients - it’s

worthwhile to be part of the enormous

effort to improve patient welfare and

expand hospital services across the

Gulf. But their life also has a lot going

for it.

The cultural diversity, the freedom

from everyday cost pressures, the

excitement of travel and seeing the

world and the satisfaction of career

advancement are fairly heady reasons

to stay put. What’s more, they live,

travel and save in the local currency

or equivalent so exchange rate issues

are largely avoided. Working in the Gulf

is beguiling and many of our nurses

are reluctant to give up their dreams

to return to the more mundane world

of home.

If you possess the same kind of spirit,

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Promesse is sometimes asked why

our nurses stay in the Gulf, given the

current political unrest in other Arab

states like Libya. Based on a recent

trip to the Gulf and feedback from

our nurses, the truth is that it has not

affected them – they are simply getting

on with their lives and work. Besides,

many feel a professional responsibility

for their work and patients - it’s

worthwhile to be part of the enormous

effort to improve patient welfare and

expand hospital services across the

Gulf. But their life also has a lot going

for it.

The cultural diversity, the freedom

from everyday cost pressures, the

excitement of travel and seeing the

world and the satisfaction of career

advancement are fairly heady reasons

to stay put. What’s more, they live,

travel and save in the local currency

or equivalent so exchange rate issues

are largely avoided. Working in the Gulf

is beguiling and many of our nurses

are reluctant to give up their dreams

to return to the more mundane world

of home.

If you possess the same kind of spirit,

you could do very well in the Gulf,

where career opportunities abound.

You do need reliable, up-to-date advice

and that’s where Promesse can help

- we know all the hospitals and their

HR teams.

See a selection of our current

opportunities across the page - contact

Christine Kohleis RN or Joanna Power.

u UNITED ARAB EMIRATESAbu DhabiNUMs: ER, Medical, Surgical/

Orthopaedics

MAGNET NURSE MANAGER

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NURSE EDUCATORS

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