Australian Nursing & Midwifery Journal (ANMJ)

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) is the biggest union in Australia, boasting more than 290,000 members. It is led by nurses and midwives who aim to enhance the industrial, political, and professional standing of their colleagues. Additionally, the ANMF champions the importance of providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare for all Australians.

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Subsidised childcare to ease cost-of-living for nurses and midwives

1 week ago | anmj.org.au | Natalie Dragon

“My youngest is in two days of kindergarten a week that is fully funded whereas my husband and I paid for our two girls to go to kindergarten and childcare,” said Naomi, a midwife and nurse, and mother of three children aged 10, eight and four. Cost-of-living for parents of children aged six and under rose by 27% between 2021-2024, climbing four times faster than the rate of inflation.
Unlocking potential: Rethinking how we deliver care

1 week ago | anmj.org.au | Kathryn Anderson |Natalie Dragon

By removing outdated restrictions and regulatory barriers that prevent nurses, midwives, and other healthcare professionals from working to their full scope of practice, could bridge critical gaps in care. This shift along with the introduction of expanded models of care could ease pressure on overstretched health services and improve patient access. It’s time to rethink how we deliver care.
Skillset and preparedness resource for rural and remote: A research project

1 week ago | anmj.org.au | Natalie Dragon

“I’m hoping the research will support new RNs to stay. A lot of metropolitan nurses, post Covid have decided to get out of the city. I want to also focus on those experienced nurses who need support, education and mentorship as well. They are experts at oncology or renal or medical, whatever field they’ve worked in, but they’re new to rural and remote,” said CQUniversity PhD candidate Danielle Rogers.
Meet the ANMF’s first-ever Climate Change Officer

2 weeks ago | anmj.org.au | Robert Fedele

“I was, first and foremost, a humanitarian, and saw my role as a nurse as one to give back to the community.” But as her nursing career evolved, the undeniable impacts of climate change became more visible. Realising climate change’s impact on health Catelyn began her nursing career in paediatrics at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne. Early on, she notices the increasing connection between climate events and health outcomes.
Women’s health gains impact female-dominated professions

3 weeks ago | anmj.org.au | Natalie Dragon

For 55-year old registered nurse Allison, menopause was instrumental in her resignation from the profession. Experiencing intense itching, severe mind fog, fatigue, insomnia, anxiety, irrational behaviour including from rage and anger to frustration, tearfulness and self-loathing, Allison feared she could no longer safely practice nursing. After commencing menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) treatment last year, Allison discovered the medication was no longer available on the PBS.
Aged care pay rises help ease cost-of-living pressures

3 weeks ago | anmj.org.au | Robert Fedele

“I no longer have to pay my electricity bill or car registration in instalments or call up to request an extension – I can pay upfront, so, that is a big help,” the New South Wales Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA) member says.
From RN to Nurse Practitioner: Scholarship paves the way for Teagan to improve women’s healthcare

4 weeks ago | anmj.org.au | Robert Fedele

One such example is in her current role as the lead triage nurse at Medicare Urgent Clinics in Hobart and Bridgewater. While she can assess and diagnose common conditions like urinary tract infections (UTIs), she is unable to prescribe medication to complete the treatment without a doctor’s involvement. “I know what needs to happen, I know what needs to be done, but a lot of what I do right now doesn’t allow me to work to my full scope,” Teagan explains.
Budget 2025: Wins for nurses, midwives and carers

1 month ago | anmj.org.au | Robert Fedele

“The Budget is full of good news for our members working on the frontline of health and aged care,” ANMF Federal Secretary Annie Butler said. The ANMJ takes a look at the key wins for nurses, midwives and carers. Aged care workersIn March, the Albanese Government announced a $2.6 billion investment to fund further pay rises for 60,000 aged care nurses across Australia, bringing its total outlay in support of award wage increases for aged care workers to $17.7 billion.
More affordable contraceptive, endometriosis and IVF treatment welcomed

1 month ago | anmj.org.au | Natalie Dragon

Thousands of women are expected to benefit from cheaper contraceptive and fertility treatment with the federal government announcing further commitment to women’s health on Sunday. The federal government announced new and amended listings for contraception, endometriosis and IVF treatments on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) to start from 1 May 2025. “These listings could save women and their families thousands of dollars across their lifetimes,” said Federal Health Minister Mark Butler.
Grad Spotlight – Laura - ANMJ

1 month ago | anmj.org.au | Robert Fedele

1. What inspired you to pursue a career in nursing? My mother has been my greatest inspiration in pursuing nursing. In 2023, she celebrated an incredible milestone – 50 years of dedication to the profession. I’ve always admired her unwavering work ethic, selflessness, and commitment to give back and serve the community. Her many years in theatre instilled deep respect and intrigue for the profession and a desire to follow in her footsteps.