Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (SA Branch)

The ANMF (SA Branch) has not received a response from your employer regarding the ongoing public sector Enterprise Agreement negotiations for nurses and midwives. An extension was granted to the response deadline in good faith during correspondence dated 10 and 23 December 2025. More information to come.

We are awaiting your employer’s response by close of business today, Friday 23 January 2026. This decision is critical for securing competitive pay and fair conditions. If there is no response — or no fair offer — nurses and midwives will once again stand together in a mass rally for respect, demanding reasonable pay and improved working conditions. Join us on Thursday, 5 February 2026 to demand RESPECT.

Wondering where things are at in the PSEB25 negotiations? Here’s an explainer on the current state of play: https://lnkd.in/dBQwP5yy

Climate change is reshaping healthcare, and nurses and midwives are at the forefront of the response. From worsening air quality to rising health risks, the impacts are here now. That’s why the ANMF partnered with The Lancet Countdown to put health at the centre of Australia’s climate response - with clear, evidence-based priorities for action. These priorities were featured in the 2025 Lancet Report, released ahead of COP30, and outline what must happen next: 👉 Cleaner air with enforceable national standards 👉 Long-term funding to protect health from climate impacts 👉 Shifting fossil fuel subsidies into health and climate science 🎥 A powerful webinar with expert speakers unpacks what this means for healthcare workers and our communities. Read the article and watch the webinar to see how health voices are shaping the climate conversation – and why it matters now more than ever https://bit.ly/4oSJkch

The ANMFSA now offers Professional Indemnity Insurance for all midwives working in Private and Independent Practice providing antenatal and postnatal care (including lactation). Union-backed Professional Indemnity Insurance means: ✅ More midwives able to practice the way they want ✅ More access to midwifery-led care in the community ✅ Supported choices for women This is not just insurance. This is protection, advocacy, and the power of standing together. Learn more about ANMF SA PII cover here 👉 https://lnkd.in/g99ctZeT Interested in becoming a member? Join now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/d37cSw9p

New learning opportunities for aged care workers, explore our latest CPD modules today! The following modules are now available for members: ✅ The Aged Care Code of Conduct ✅ Behaviour Support Plans in aged care ✅ Abuse of older people: Identifying, responding & reporting (SIRS) ✅ Clinical governance in aged care and the role of RNs & managers ✅ Duty of care for nurses and managers in aged care Click here to learn more about the modules 👉 https://lnkd.in/gSGeUSjT Click here to log into the ANMF SA member CPD portal 👉 https://bit.ly/ANMFSACPD

When the devastating 2019-20 bushfires hit, four dedicated South Australian nurses and Army Reservists answered the call. Deployed to Kangaroo Island for Operation Bushfire Assist, Michelle Farror, Martina Schipp, Suzie Rattigan and Hollie Sargeant set up crucial health facilities to support both defence personnel and the KI community. But their duties soon extended beyond human care… These amazing nurses soon found themselves using their triage and wound-management skills to help save hundreds of injured koalas and native wildlife. Read their incredible story of service here Operation bushfire assist 👉 https://lnkd.in/gsbpDfq7 #120years #120stories #ANMFSA

Thank you to every nurse, midwife and PCW for your dedication throughout 2025 – whether you're working through the holidays or taking a well-earned break. We’re grateful for all you’ve done this year and remain committed to advocating for you in 2026. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and merry Christmas. ✨

Nursing uniforms have long been more than just practical attire - they’ve symbolised discipline, professionalism, and the evolving role of nurses and midwives within healthcare. From rigid dress codes to modern scrubs, each era’s uniform reflects broader changes in medicine, gender roles, and workplace culture. This article explores the transformation of nursing uniforms, beginning with their formal introduction in the late 19th century. Read the full story here 👉 https://bit.ly/3XOG7zk

When we first met Chloe Caire, she was balancing two degrees while working as an Assistant in Nursing. Today, she balances life as both a Registered Nurse in the Royal Adelaide Hospital’s ICU and a Registered Midwife at Mount Barker Hospital. “People often ask me which role I prefer, and honestly, it’s hard to choose. Both environments are very supportive and person-centred,” says Chloe. Chloe’s drive comes from her own lived experience. Having managed severe endometriosis since the age of 14, she knows how important genuine advocacy can be. “I wouldn’t have the quality of life or the passion for my career without the healthcare professionals who advocated for me. It’s a real privilege to now be on the other side, advocating for people facing similar challenges,” she shares. Chloe’s story is a true testament to the resilience and care that drive many of us.