Public Sector Updates – North West

Tasmanian Health Service (THS) and Statewide Mental Health Services (SMHS) North West

The ANMF wishes to thank all members across Tasmanian Health Service (THS) and Statewide Mental Health Services (SMHS) North West for their dedication and efforts during the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Additionally, we wish to reassure everyone that every effort is being made at various levels of management and in multiple forums to advocate on members’ behalf regarding clinical/professional/industrial concerns if and when they come to light. To this end, members are encouraged to continue submitting their experiences/observations/concerns via our Member Support Team at membersupport@anmftas.org.au so that ongoing work can continue to be prioritised and tailored accurately according to areas of greatest need. We thank you in advance for your ongoing assistance.

North West Regional Hospital (NWRH)

Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Benchmarking

The ANMF, the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) management and ICU nurses attended a Benchmarking meeting on Tuesday 11 January 2021 where the data for a full year to June 2021 was presented along with suggested staffing profiles. Once the feedback period is complete, a survey will be circulated to ANMF members to formally endorse or reject the Benchmarking.

Surgical Ward Benchmarking

The ANMF, THS management and Surgical Ward nurses attended a meeting on Tuesday 17 January 2021 to discuss the Benchmarking. The data for a full year to June 2021 is available to be viewed. A vote will be circulated to ANMF members to formally endorse or reject the Benchmarking.

Rosebery Community Health Centre (RCHC)

The ANMF received a notification on Christmas Eve that RCHC will reopen from 0700hrs – 2200hrs seven days per week from Monday 10 January 2022 – Saturday 5 February 2022. All rostered shifts for RCHC nurses will be at RCHC. At this stage the THS has been unable to secure additional staff to roster a return to a 24-hour service. Recruitment continues and it is hoped that the roster commencing Sunday 6 February 2022 will be filled.

The ANMF will be onsite at Rosebery Community Health Centre at 1400hrs on Tuesday 25 January 2022 for a member meeting. An invitation will be sent to all members.

A note from Nicki Hood – ANMF Member Engagement Officer

Last Monday saw me back at the desk after a relaxing break over Christmas. Thank you also for the birthday wishes, I keep checking the mirror for any signs of being ‘over the hill” but I am happy to report none yet!

We have confirmed cases of COVID-19 in some North West Aged Care facilities and our thoughts are with members who are doing an amazing job in this very trying time! Please remember to have regular breaks and give yourself the permission to self-care in whatever way that allows you to rejuvenate. Let us know if there is anything we can do to assist you in the workplace.

Updates correct as at 20 January 2022.
Authorised by Emily Shepherd, ANMF Tasmanian Branch Secretary

ASSISTANCE & SUPPORT

Member Support Team: The ANMF Tasmanian Branch is 8000 plus members strong! Supporting nurses, midwives, and care workers as the only union in Tasmania employing nurses and care workers to represent members. This is why our Organisers and Member Support Team are uniquely positioned to understand your experiences, represent you in your workplace, and offer industrial advice that’s relevant to you. Please contact our Member Support Team if you need workplace support, would like to discuss any matters or raise a concern. Alternatively, you can send an email outlining your concerns to our team - membersupport@anmftas.org.au. Email is the preferred and fastest way of contacting the team, however if your matter is urgent, please phone (03) 6223 6777 or 1800 001 241 if you are outside of Hobart.

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