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Acute Care Conference 2019

2019-10-11T16:45:29+11:00

The count down is on for this years Acute Care Conference. Held in Hobart this October, the conference will bring together a fantastic range of speakers [...]

Acute Care Conference 20192019-10-11T16:45:29+11:00

Rep Training: Leading Change

2020-03-11T15:53:25+11:00

LEADING CHANGE TRAINING This training has been designed for experienced Workplace Representatives who have completed both the Back to Basics and Advancing Your Role [...]

Rep Training: Leading Change2020-03-11T15:53:25+11:00

Why join?

2023-02-27T16:26:38+11:00

A leading voice We are the Tasmanian Branch of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) - the largest national union in Australia. [...]

Why join?2023-02-27T16:26:38+11:00

Mental Health Services in the North – 7 August 2019

2019-08-20T14:57:18+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Mental Health Services - North Mental Health Services - North 7 August 2019 Following contact from members working across Mental Health Services in the north of the state, on [...]

Mental Health Services in the North – 7 August 20192019-08-20T14:57:18+10:00

Aged Care Updates – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T15:30:26+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Statewide Aged Care Updates 7 August 2019 Royal Commission Update The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety will be holding hearings in Brisbane in August. Here the [...]

Aged Care Updates – 7 August 20192019-08-07T15:30:26+10:00

Red Cross – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T14:25:07+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget] Australian Red Cross Blood Service in the South 7 August 2019 The ANMF have conducted a member meeting to seek endorsement and consultation regarding the Log Of Claims [...]

Red Cross – 7 August 20192019-08-07T14:25:07+10:00

Hobart Clinic – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T14:24:18+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget] Hobart Clinic 7 August 2019 The ANMF are currently in the process of negotiating the enterprise agreement at Hobart Clinic. We will continue to engage with members throughout [...]

Hobart Clinic – 7 August 20192019-08-07T14:24:18+10:00

TasTAFE – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T15:27:18+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Tas TAFE 7 August 2019 The ANMF continue to advocate for members experiencing excessive workloads at the TasTAFE Clarence campus.  Many of these members are experiencing significant workplace stress [...]

TasTAFE – 7 August 20192019-08-07T15:27:18+10:00

Calvary Updates – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T15:46:59+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget] Calvary Updates 7 August 2019 Enterprise Agreement ANMF Organisers and officials were disappointed to have not yet received a response from the employer to the Log of Claims [...]

Calvary Updates – 7 August 20192019-08-07T15:46:59+10:00

Relocation of NW Rehab – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T14:17:01+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget] Relocation of the North West Rehabilitation Service 7 August 2019 The Joint Industrial Consultative Committee continues to meet fortnightly with the last meeting held on 25 July 2019. [...]

Relocation of NW Rehab – 7 August 20192019-08-07T14:17:01+10:00

Mersey Community Hospital – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T14:15:37+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget] Mersey Community Hospital Updates 7 August 2019 Mersey Community Hospital Medical Ward The ANMF have written to the acting Director of Nursing (DoN) to advise of the necessity [...]

Mersey Community Hospital – 7 August 20192019-08-07T14:15:37+10:00

North West Regional Hospital – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T14:14:21+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget] North West Regional Hospital (NWRH) Updates 7 August 2019 Medical Ward ANMF members at the North West Regional Hospital (NWRH) medical ward have raised several issues relating to [...]

North West Regional Hospital – 7 August 20192019-08-07T14:14:21+10:00

Launceston General Hospital (LGH) Update – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T14:10:16+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget] Launceston General Hospital (LGH) Update 7 August 2019 Ward 4N ANMF officials met with members working on ward 4N on Thursday 27 June, to seek direction regarding the [...]

Launceston General Hospital (LGH) Update – 7 August 20192019-08-07T14:10:16+10:00

Correctional Primary Health Services – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T14:08:29+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget] Correctional Primary Health Services 7 August 2019 The ANMF understand that further discussion between Correctional Primary Health Service (CPHS) and Tasmanian Prison Service need to occur before the [...]

Correctional Primary Health Services – 7 August 20192019-08-07T14:08:29+10:00

Nursing Hours per Patient Day (NHpPD) – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T14:06:49+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget] Nursing Hours per Patient Day (NHpPD) 7 August 2019 The ANMF have received several inquiries from members working in the state’s public hospitals regarding the assessment of site [...]

Nursing Hours per Patient Day (NHpPD) – 7 August 20192019-08-07T14:06:49+10:00

RHH Update – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T13:55:43+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget] Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) Updates 7 August 2019 5A – Orthopaedics/Surgical Specialties On Friday 19 July, a member meeting was held on 5A at the RHH. The meeting, [...]

RHH Update – 7 August 20192019-08-07T13:55:43+10:00

EA Update: North West – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T13:48:47+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]PRIVATE AND AGED CARE SECTOR ENTERPRISE AGREEMENTS UPDATE NORTH WESTERN REGION Baptcare Karingal Community Care The employer has applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the agreement. [...]

EA Update: North West – 7 August 20192019-08-07T13:48:47+10:00

EA Update: South – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T13:47:30+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]PRIVATE AND AGED CARE SECTOR ENTERPRISE AGREEMENTS UPDATE SOUTHERN REGION Hobart Clinic The employer has agreed to bargain for a separate nurses agreement. Huon Regional Care The ANMF is [...]

EA Update: South – 7 August 20192019-08-07T13:47:30+10:00

EA Update: North – 7 August 2019

2019-08-07T13:46:02+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]PRIVATE AND AGED CARE SECTOR ENTERPRISE AGREEMENTS UPDATE NORTHERN REGION Eskleigh Nurses The employer is reviewing its offer following the change in management. Japara The employer has applied to [...]

EA Update: North – 7 August 20192019-08-07T13:46:02+10:00

A fond farewell from an ANMF Organiser

2019-08-07T15:21:56+10:00

A fond farewell from a familiar face Written by past ANMF Organiser, Jen Brown 1st August 2019 Many of members in the south, particularly those working at the Royal Hobart [...]

A fond farewell from an ANMF Organiser2019-08-07T15:21:56+10:00

HERC Out and About

2019-08-07T11:54:48+10:00

HERC out and about 1st August 2019 On Thursday 1 August, our Health Education and Research Centre (HERC) attended the Rosny College careers day. Here, staff spoke to a number of [...]

HERC Out and About2019-08-07T11:54:48+10:00

CHaPS Celebration

2019-08-07T11:51:03+10:00

CHaPS Celebrations 25th July 2019 Child and Protective Health Services (CHaPS) held their midyear get together last week on Thursday 25th July. This event put on by the CHaPS team, [...]

CHaPS Celebration2019-08-07T11:51:03+10:00

ANMF MEDIA RELEASE: ANMF CALL FOR RENEWED COMMITMENT AND CLARITY FOR TASMANIAN HEALTH PORTFOLIOS

2019-07-01T14:13:02+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]   1 July 2019 ANMF CALL FOR RENEWED COMMITMENT AND CLARITY FOR TASMANIAN HEALTH PORTFOLIOS The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation Tasmanian Branch (ANMF) welcomes Sarah Courtney MP [...]

ANMF MEDIA RELEASE: ANMF CALL FOR RENEWED COMMITMENT AND CLARITY FOR TASMANIAN HEALTH PORTFOLIOS2019-07-01T14:13:02+10:00

ANMF MEDIA RELEASE: NURSES AND MIDWIVES OFFER RECEIVED

2019-06-24T16:40:26+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]   24 June 2019 NURSES AND MIDWIVES OFFER RECEIVED The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) has received an offer from government in reply to a counteroffer put [...]

ANMF MEDIA RELEASE: NURSES AND MIDWIVES OFFER RECEIVED2019-06-24T16:40:26+10:00

ANMF MEDIA RELEASE: ANMF call for health access solutions in North and North West Tasmania

2019-06-24T09:57:53+10:00

[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]   24 June 2019 ANMF CALL FOR HEALTH ACCESS SOLUTIONS IN NORTH AND NORTH WEST TASMANIA Media Doorstop When:       SATURDAY, 22 MAY 2019 Time:         1100 Where:      Front [...]

ANMF MEDIA RELEASE: ANMF call for health access solutions in North and North West Tasmania2019-06-24T09:57:53+10:00

Repat ARU Peacock 2

2019-04-04T12:41:09+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Update: Repat ARU Peacock 2 4 April 2019 The ANMF understand members at the Repat now carry duress alarms overnight. However, members continue to hold some concerns because there [...]

Repat ARU Peacock 22019-04-04T12:41:09+11:00

Remand Centre

2019-04-04T12:38:07+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Update: Remand Centre 4 April 2019 ANMF have written to management regarding serious safety and workload concerns at the Remand Center. ANMF will follow up with members as soon [...]

Remand Centre2019-04-04T12:38:07+11:00

Quality Patient Safety Services

2019-04-04T12:36:16+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Update: Quality Patient Safety Services 4 April 2019 ANMF have received an implementation plan regarding the structure for Quality Patient Safety Services (QPSS). The ANMF understand members hold a [...]

Quality Patient Safety Services2019-04-04T12:36:16+11:00

Southern Private Sector Updates

2019-04-04T12:31:07+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Update: Private Sector 4 April 2019 Hobart Private Maternity ANMF met with members of the maternity unit where workload issues were raised. ANMF met with the DOM and will [...]

Southern Private Sector Updates2019-04-04T12:31:07+11:00

Royal Hobart Hospital Mental Health Units

2019-04-04T13:13:45+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Update: Mental Health 4 April 2019 The ANMF Tasmanian Branch, attended the fourth workload committee meeting on April 3rd 2019. At the meeting ANMF was provided with SLRS, overtime [...]

Royal Hobart Hospital Mental Health Units2019-04-04T13:13:45+11:00

EA Update: Statewide – 4 April 2019

2019-04-04T11:49:31+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]PRIVATE AND AGED CARE SECTOR ENTERPRISE AGREEMENTS UPDATE STATEWIDE Bolton Clark The employer intends to stop negotiating with the ANMF and put its proposed agreement out to ballot.  The [...]

EA Update: Statewide – 4 April 20192019-04-04T11:49:31+11:00

EA Update: South – 4 April 2019

2019-04-04T11:47:21+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]PRIVATE AND AGED CARE SECTOR ENTERPRISE AGREEMENTS UPDATE SOUTHERN REGION Hobart Clinic The ANMF has reviewed the employer’s draft agreement and provided comments to the employer.  The ANMF does [...]

EA Update: South – 4 April 20192019-04-04T11:47:21+11:00

EA Update: North – 4 April 2019

2019-04-04T11:45:46+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]PRIVATE AND AGED CARE SECTOR ENTERPRISE AGREEMENTS UPDATE NORTHERN REGION Aged Care Deloraine The employer has applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the agreement. Eskleigh Nurses [...]

EA Update: North – 4 April 20192019-04-04T11:45:46+11:00

EA Update: North West – 4 April 2019

2019-04-04T11:43:44+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]PRIVATE AND AGED CARE SECTOR ENTERPRISE AGREEMENTS UPDATE NORTH WEST REGION Baptcare Karingal Community Care The ANMF has reached in principle agreement with the employer.  The ANMF will now [...]

EA Update: North West – 4 April 20192019-04-04T11:43:44+11:00

North West Private Hospital Enterprise Agreement Negotiations

2019-02-19T14:54:45+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]North West Private Hospital Enterprise Agreement Negotiations 19 February 2019 North West Private Hospital Enterprise Agreement Negotiations will be commencing shortly. ANMF will be holding member meetings and surveying [...]

North West Private Hospital Enterprise Agreement Negotiations2019-02-19T14:54:45+11:00

North West Private Hospital Joint Consultative Committee

2019-02-19T14:53:01+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]North West Private Hospital Joint Consultative Committee 19 February 2019 North West Private Hospital Joint Consultative Committee met on 14 February 2019. Workplace Representatives raised several concerns including support [...]

North West Private Hospital Joint Consultative Committee2019-02-19T14:53:01+11:00

Central Coast Community Health Nursing Service Joint Consultative Committee

2019-02-19T14:46:07+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Update: Central Coast Community Health Nursing Service Joint Consultative Committee 19 February 2019 The Central Coast Community Health Nursing Service Joint Consultative Committee met on 12 February 2019. It [...]

Central Coast Community Health Nursing Service Joint Consultative Committee2019-02-19T14:46:07+11:00

Royal Hobart Hospital and Repat Centre

2019-02-19T14:05:31+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Update: Calvary Lenah Valley 2A Surgical 19 February 2019 The ANMF met with Senior Calvary Management on Wednesday 13 February 2019. Management acknowledged that patient acuity on the unit has [...]

Royal Hobart Hospital and Repat Centre2019-02-19T14:05:31+11:00

Older Person’s Mental Health Unit (OPMHU) – Repatriation Centre

2019-02-19T09:34:42+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Update: Wilfred Lopes Centre 19 February 2019 ANMF have scheduled a member meeting for Wednesday 20 February at 3.00pm to discuss ongoing enterprise agreement negotiations and work through any general [...]

Older Person’s Mental Health Unit (OPMHU) – Repatriation Centre2019-02-19T09:34:42+11:00

Older Person’s Mental Health Unit (OPMHU) – Repatriation Centre

2019-02-19T09:32:32+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Update: Older Person’s Mental Health Unit (OPMHU) – Repatriation Centre 19 February 2019 ANMF members attended a member meeting at the Older Person’s Mental Health Unit (OPMHU) on Thursday 14 [...]

Older Person’s Mental Health Unit (OPMHU) – Repatriation Centre2019-02-19T09:32:32+11:00

Royal Hobart Hospital and Repat Centre

2019-02-19T09:29:28+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Update: RHH and Repat Centre 19 February 2019 Ongoing industrial action in the public sector saw members from both the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) and Repatriation Centre Hobart attend [...]

Royal Hobart Hospital and Repat Centre2019-02-19T09:29:28+11:00

Royal Hobart Hospital – Operating Room Suite

2019-02-19T09:23:37+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]Update: RHH Operating Room Suite 19 February 2019 As part of their state-wide public sector industrial action, ANMF members recently resolved to escalate action. This included Operating Room Suits participating [...]

Royal Hobart Hospital – Operating Room Suite2019-02-19T09:23:37+11:00

Aged Care Updates – February 2019

2019-02-19T14:35:44+11:00

[siteorigin_widget class="Tribe_Image_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget] 19 February 2019 North: Calvary North ANMF meet with members from St Vincent and St Luke’s campuses last week on 12 and 13 February. ANMF took feedback from members [...]

Aged Care Updates – February 20192019-02-19T14:35:44+11:00

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