Member Stories
Standing up for inclusion
April 11, 2024
I chose to become a delegate after the encouragement I received from the Association, because I want to help culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) nurses who are committed to change the workplace culture of covert racism. I have experienced the impact of covert racism for years whilst working in the health system and I was…
7 days ago
Member Stories
“Have we lost the Spirit of Nursing?”
September 6, 2018
The following letter by Angela Pridham originally appeared in the September edition of The Lamp. …
Member Stories
“My grave concerns for our elderly in Aged Care.&...
August 24, 2018
Dear Mr. Ken Wyatt (Federal Minister for Aged Care) and Mr. Brad Hazzard (NSW Minister…
Member Stories
Nurse Libby’s 4 tips for starting a green hospita...
July 10, 2018
Nurse Libby Barnes from the NSW Nurses and Midwives Association’s Lismore Branch gives her 4…
Member Stories
More indigenous nurses builds trust in health
July 9, 2018
Aboriginal nursing and midwifery cadetships have transformed the lives of indigenous nurses and patients alike.…
Member Stories
Berejiklian’s baby hamper is no help
July 5, 2018
Midwife, nurse and new mum O’Bray Smith knows where the Liberals and Nationals can shove…
Member Stories
Twists and Turns to become a Nurse
June 27, 2018
Life never quite takes the trajectory that we expect it to. Nurse Rachel shares her…
Member Stories
Not Enough Respect Shown To ENs
May 29, 2018
Unfortunately, it’s somewhat common for student nurses to be treated poorly, be spoken down to…
Member Stories
Toxic Masculinity Is ‘Overly Damaging’ R...
May 15, 2018
Many of us still experience gender pay inequity and gender-based discrimination at work and elsewhere.…
Member Stories
This Nurse From NSW Trekked Across East Timor And We...
May 10, 2018
There are some incredible nurses out there who do great things at home and abroad.…