HR/People/Culture
One group of doctors seems to be starting their careers on the right note – pediatricians. Despite reports indicating job dissatisfaction among some physicians, at least one group of doctors seems to be starting their ...
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is one of the largest paediatric hospitals in the nation and operates the second busiest Emergency Department in the country. It is also one of the nation’s top ten freestanding children’s hospitals ...
Patient care may be our core “business”; however, our employees are where we should focus our efforts. Producing high-quality care and optimal outcomes are dependent upon who we have on our team and how we ...
When I started working in a nursing home in 2014, I had very little understanding of what was required from me in providing meals in an aged care facility. I was aware that 49 residents ...
We interview Michael Collins, one of the resident nurses at Peter Mac to see what it’s like being in his shoes. Peter Mac being one of the the most advanced hospitals in Australia. A nurse is a ...
So, why did we start this? Community Cafe Canberra. The Community Cafe was started as a drive for change… Getting a diagnosis of dementia can be a lonely journey for the person and their family, ...
New research by the Australian Health Services Research Institute at the University of Wollongong has found more than half of all Australian aged care residents are in homes with staffing levels that would be rated ...
Women play a key role in the healthcare industry. But how well are we doing at creating more gender equality in senior positions in our healthcare organizations?
Studying a Bachelor of Health Science (Professional) is giving Michelle a competitive edge and a foot in the door for her future of work. This is her adventure in the workplace. Peter Mac is one ...
As a Mental Health First Aider and someone with a personal interest in this topic, I wanted to share some of the best tips and advice I have heard to support positive mental health. There ...
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important ...
Caregivers make a true difference in the lives of their patients and their families—but not everyone is cut out for the job. Caregivers must master a whole list of qualities and skills in order to ...