zdatny

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1. Nurses pensions in Australia (NSW)

   zdatny replied to ewol's topic in International

   Currently the worker can choose whichever fund they want. Working for public health the fund would be First State Super in NSW. The funds for gov workers charge smaller fees than the private and industry funds. I chose to go with FSS for this reason.

2. Brisbane Suburbs

   zdatny replied to littlehobo's topic in International

   When I lived in Brisbane working at the PA I lived on the north side. The shifts meant I was always travelling outside of peak hour, so the drive from Wilston, near Lutwyche Road only took about 12 minutes from home to work. This was if I managed to ...

3. Psych nursing opportunities in Australia?

   zdatny replied to tineann's topic in International

   [it will very much depend on your preferences.Experienced Psych Nurses are held in high regard, and the opportunities here are great. However as far as I know, there are always vacancies in country areas, with the concentratioon of services in Capita...

4. Old fashioned nursing uniforms

   zdatny replied to RN from OZ's topic in International

   Does that mean I'll have to shave my legs?

5. Old fashioned nursing uniforms

   zdatny replied to RN from OZ's topic in International

   HI, What about us nurses of the male gender? Won't we look twee in caps and dresses?

6. Agency Nursing in Australia

   zdatny replied to Gypsygrrrl's topic in International

   Hi Ther are several agencies, most operate at the local level,in Capital cities. Here are some that advertise in the NSW nursing association journal:http://www.firstpointhealthcare.com http://www.ntmedic.com.au http://www.oxl...

7. Is 32 too old to start nursing school?

   zdatny replied to JasonC's topic in General Nursing

   I was 37 when I started my Nursing course. I am approaching my 55th birthday in a few days. I am still nursing. I love what I do , and can't think of anything which would fulfill me the way Nursing does. Being an RN has enabled me to play a small par...

8. Is university better?

   zdatny replied to Lol's topic in International

   I was in the second graduating class when NSW began University training. I have worked with many hospital trained nurses in the public system, as well as Residential Aged Care. Uni was a great experience, and the knowledge base it provides prepares m...

9. Couple questions.

   zdatny replied to Coldfoot's topic in International

   The university I attended is called Southern Cross University. I believe it still has a good program. Good luck from the lucky country!

10. Where do you nurse?

    zdatny replied to beckymcrn's topic in General Nursing

    Work on the floor at a 60 bed nursing home. Prior to this was in their locked dementia unit for 2 1/2 years.

11. Accreditation

    zdatny replied to Tookie's topic in International

    Sandra, I understand your frustration, and empathise with you. The process you're talking about has ripped millions out of the budget of Aged Care Facilities. All these new administrative standards create a new level of bureauocracy, which eats up a ...

12. Welcome to your new Australian Nurses forum

    zdatny replied to Brian's topic in Australia

    HI Tookie I worked in psychogeriatrics at the PA hospital in Brisbane before moving to the coast in '99. Then I started in a dementia specific unit at a nursing home in Kingscliff, about 40 kms. from here. I just love working with the oldies, quite ...

13. Welcome to your new Australian Nurses forum

    zdatny replied to Brian's topic in Australia

    G'day to all, Glad to join in any Aussie issues forums,especially aged care or psych. I'm up here on the far north coast of NSW about 15 minutes from Byron Bay. It doesn't get any better than this. Cheers Bruce

14. Med crushing

    zdatny replied to itsme's topic in Geriatric

    I work in a residential aged care faciliy where I look after 24 mobile residents with dementia. Having trialled all the usual methods of secreting crushed meds, I've finally hit on a reliable method. I make jam sandwiches, putting the meds in these....