Public Sector Updates – North West

Rosebery Community Health Centre (RCHC)

The ANMF met with members at Rosebery Community Health Centre on Tuesday 25 January 2022. At this stage the THS has been unable to secure additional staff to roster a return to a 24-hour service at RCHC leaving members with safe staffing, skill mix and other concerns. A formal notification has been sent to THS management and members will be updated either by emails or further meetings.

West Coast District Hospital (WCDH) – Queenstown

The ANMF met with members at WCDH on Tuesday 25 January 2022 to review the Step 2 Grievance. Members report that in the main the workload concerns that gave rise to the grievance have been addressed. The ANMF would like to acknowledge all parties involved in the process. A willingness to work collaboratively and consider all options has resulted in outcomes that have helped address workloads. A formal notification to THS management is in process. Click here to read more.

Mersey Community Hospital

Medical Ward 12 Hour Shift Proposal

The ANMF received a Change Proposal for consultation from THS management on Friday 28 January 2022. The proposal outlines the short-term implementation of 12-hour shifts as an interim safe staffing strategy to support the pandemic response. The ANMF will review the proposal and provide advice to members of their entitlements should they elect to move to 12-hour shifts. Keep an eye on your emails for any updates. In the meantime, should you have questions or concerns please contact our Member Support Team via email at membersupport@anmftas.org.au

A note from our North West Member Engagement Officer Nicki Hood

Nicki has conducted member meetings via Zoom while the NW coast Aged Care facilities are facing uncertain times with COVID. Our thoughts are with members as they try to enforce Public Health directives about visitation to Aged Care facilities. We understand the impact on the mental health and wellbeing of residents when they are unable to be face-to-face with loved ones. Care packs are being delivered to our members in Aged Care facilities across the north west to let you all know we are thinking of you while you do an amazing job keeping everyone safe!

Updates correct as at 3 February 2022.
Authorised by Emily Shepherd, ANMF Tasmanian Branch Secretary