The aged care industry rarely has a quiet day. Join us as we take a look at industry news relevant to aged care providers, professionals and leaders. Hello Leaders is here to give you a bird’s eye view of the sector, and we always welcome leader input.
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Workers’ compensation redesign aims to improve employee experience
A group of Australian researchers are looking at ways to improve workers’ compensation, partnering with injured workers and industry experts to better understand how the system can be fixed.
EN contribution deserves to be recognised in care minute totals
There are widespread concerns across the industry regarding the treatment of ENs and how their contribution to aged care is recognised by the Government.
Addressing the epidemic of staff shortages in the aged care industry
Hello leaders sat down with Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution’s Deputy CEO and Chief Financial Officer, James Shaw, to discuss the root causes of Australia’s healthcare staff shortage, tracing its origins back to the COVID-19 pandemic, and explored the measures being taken to address this pressing issue.
The Magic Faraway Tree and other aged care bedtime stories
The aged care sector is currently at its most divisive state. With pay gaps and a bone‑tired workforce, there are several cracks in the field that need our attention. But how did we get here? How has looking after our own older citizens become such a difficult task?
Integrated care sectors a focus in new Mental Health Workforce Strategy
The Federal Government has released its ten-year National Mental Health Workforce Strategy to strengthen Australia’s mental health workforce, with integration with aged care as the focus point.
Union research reveals high levels of workplace bullying
The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) has revealed high levels of workplace harassment and bullying are taking place across countless industries, including aged care.
Workplace stigma stopping employees from sharing mental health concerns
Research has revealed seven in ten people would avoid telling their employer about a mental health condition and experts say more needs to be done to overcome workplace stigma this Mental Health Awareness Month.
Care minute exclusion of Enrolled Nurses could hurt workforce sustainability
Mandatory care minute requirements for residential aged care have come into effect but the exclusion of Enrolled Nurses in clinical care minute reporting continues to be a talking point.
Working Future White Paper shows the care economy is a priority
The Federal Government’s Working Future White Paper provides a detailed roadmap for the future of our workforce, with aged care and the care economy a recurring talking point.
ABS data reveals why 28% of the workforce has changed jobs
Australia’s workforce is a fluid one: 28% of the workforce changed jobs in a 12-month period. But why are they moving, and should you be worried about change?
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