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Comment by Jayne Beevis on DHB Nurses MECA next off the block

Jayne Beevis — Wed, 12 Apr 2017 15:37:10 +1200

Aditional to these concerns are at our DHB have stopped our 9 hour break if called between the hours of 2300 hours and 0500 hours, if a 9 hour break has been taken before the call back (when on call). So if a nurse finished work at 1400 that day and got called out through the night at say 0300 hours, not returning home till 0600, they would be expected to return to work at 0800 for their shift! This is not safe practice, however, we have been informed the A/L or sick leave could be taken if felt unfit to work!! That would appear a very unfair system?

Comment by chris moir on Patient handling: getting it right for both staff and patient

chris moir — Tue, 07 Mar 2017 13:20:26 +1300

I was interested to read this article on patient handling but felt it missed some commentary on the responsibility of the nurse to care for his/her back as part of their self care i.e.ensuring it was as resistant to injury as possible by keeping back and abdominal muscles strong. I wondered if Anne McMahon has any thoughts about this aspect of back injury she could share?

Comment by Elise on Call for guaranteed places for all new grads

Elise — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 17:46:31 +1300

Ive wondered why medical centres or clinics don't have new grad programmes. I've been searching online in Australia, and I've seen quite a few of independent nursing programmes for new grads. I've been searching around job sites in nz and there was at most 1 position that stated they will accept new grads independently without going through netp, and they're not in Auckland. I've been searching high and low in Auckland and not once do I see employers hiring new grads with the same support that's not outside of netp.

Aside from consistently applying for jobs that would require a little bit more experience, waiting for 6 months whilst in the talent pool is daunting. You feel very blind, unaware if employers are actually willing to employ new graduates. It will only get heavier until the second mid year intake for new grads.

Comment by Philip on Nurses step up to meet demand for specialist eye treatment

Philip — Mon, 19 Dec 2016 10:49:17 +1300

Great article! It definitely highlights the current reality and the demand for specialist nurses who can carry out these eye injections. The DHB must also recognize the need for Anti-VEGF treatment to Diabetic Retinopathy / Macular Oedema patients.

Comment by Mi7 on Kiwi nurses buck migration trend

Mi7 — Wed, 07 Dec 2016 13:51:38 +1300

If only New Zealand public/private hospitals could match the nursing hourly rates of Australia and to increase the Kiwi Saver employer's contribution from at least 3% to 5%, then maybe Nurses won't try leave this beautiful country...

Comment by Katie Francis on Nurses choppered into Kaikoura

Katie Francis — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 21:49:54 +1300

Awesome. The local Lions Clubs made a huge contribution to funding the new centre.

Comment by Leanne Bolton on Patients: the special kind of teacher

Leanne Bolton — Thu, 08 Sep 2016 13:32:01 +1200

beautifully written Rosalie - I am sure you will carry this valuable insight into knowing and respecting a person with dementia behind the disease process forever - thank you for sharing. Health care assistants are invaluable members of a multi-disciplinary team!

Comment by Ruth on Bullying and the 'caring profession'

Ruth — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 23:57:08 +1200

Hi, thanks for sharing this. I am struggling to come to terms with why I have turned down a wonderful opportunity to work with the management team, away from shift work, because I had felt so intimidated by my immediate manager who saw me as the up and coming candidate, and felt I was a threat. I felt very stressed from nitpicking and faultfinding for about 5 months, and very alone as I didn't get the support I needed when I asked for help. I was convinced by this person's treatment that I would not be welcome to work alongside other managers. I've felt very betrayed and am struggling to trust other people as a result of this. (not real name).

Comment by Owen McCarthy on Bullying and the 'caring profession'

Owen McCarthy — Tue, 30 Aug 2016 23:15:28 +1200

Institutional bullying is rampant in New Zealand, and happens at the highest level. Not long ago an acting CEO suggested to employees who had been recently told they were likely to be made redundant to "go buy a Lotto ticket." All he did was ask "How are we today?" when passing through their office. One employee suggested that he'd no need to ask that question, and that was his response. Interestingly, the organisation he works for trains nurses as one of its functions.

Comment by Adhi Ruhono on A day in the life of a third-year student nurse

Adhi Ruhono — Sun, 28 Aug 2016 01:54:01 +1200

Nice Story my boy, may the god always bless you