EARLY CAREER NURSES AND MIDWIVES NEED JOBS
Australian Nursing & Midwifery Journal
|December 23, 2017
Summary
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) actively supports early career nurses and midwives by monitoring and promoting employment opportunities. This ensures a smoother transition into the workforce for new nursing and midwifery professionals in Australia.
Area of Science:
- Nursing and Midwifery Workforce Development
- Professional Organization Roles
- Early Career Support
Background:
- The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) is the national professional and industrial body for nurses and midwives in Australia.
- A key function of the ANMF is to address the employment landscape for early career professionals.
- These professionals were previously termed 'graduates'.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the ANMF's role in supporting early career nurses and midwives.
- To highlight the importance of monitoring and promoting employment opportunities.
- To facilitate workforce entry and retention for new nursing and midwifery professionals.
Main Methods:
- Monitoring employment trends and opportunities.
- Developing and implementing strategies to promote job openings.
- Engaging with stakeholders to advocate for early career professionals.
Main Results:
- Established ANMF as a key advocate for early career nurse and midwife employment.
- Provided a framework for understanding and addressing employment challenges.
- Facilitated increased visibility of job opportunities for new professionals.
Conclusions:
- The ANMF plays a vital role in the professional development and employment of early career nurses and midwives.
- Proactive monitoring and promotion of opportunities are crucial for workforce stability.
- Continued support is essential for the successful integration of new professionals into the Australian healthcare system.
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