Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation SA Branch

30/12/2025

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://www.anmfsa.org.au/Web/membership/Professional_Insurance.aspx

Interested in becoming a member? Join now! 👉 https://www.anmfsa.org.au//web/Contact_Management/1_Member_Join.aspx

29/12/2025

We are pleased to see that the evidence and insights we provided to the Select Committee into Stillbirth have been clearly reflected in the final recommendations.

We welcome the Government’s in-principal acceptance of all recommendations and its commitment to improving awareness, care and bereavement support for families and those caring for the families. We are proud to have contributed to this important work and support the steps being taken to improve outcomes for families, nurses and midwives.

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/48xKYuW

26/12/2025

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://www.anmfsa.org.au/Web/News/2025/Navigating_the_new_Aged_Care_Act

Click here to log into the ANMF SA member CPD portal 👉 https://bit.ly/ANMFSACPD

25/12/2025

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://www.anmfsa.org.au/Web/News/2020/Operation_bushfire_assist.aspx

24/12/2025

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. ✨

22/12/2025

Members at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and Naracoorte Hospital are making their Christmas wishes loud and clear 🎄💜

Have you filled in your bauble and put it on display yet? The more visibility at your worksite, the stronger the message.

This campaign is about – for the work you do, the people you care for, and the future of our health system.

21/12/2025

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 👉

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.

20/12/2025

Registered nurses working in the Perioperative (Anaesthetics, PACU, Scrub/Scout) setting, ICU/PICU/NICU, HDU, CCU and Cath Lab are wanted! Please scan the QR code/click the link to complete a short survey exploring your confidence in supporting, precepting, teaching or supervising (either formally or informally) students/staff in the critical care setting.

https://loom.ly/CUpU_fA

Complete this short survey to better understand the factors influencing nurse preceptors' confidence in critical care areas (Perioperative Unit, Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory, High Dependency Unit, Intensive Care Unit and Coronary Care Unit)

19/12/2025

The ANMF SA has secured a massive win for Limestone Coast LHN nurses and midwives! We’ll continue to advocate for our members and get you what you’re owed.

16 December 2025 — Approximately 800 nurses and midwives across the Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LHN) will now receive outstanding Rural and Remote Incentive payments, following strong advocacy by the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federatio

18/12/2025

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.

18/12/2025

Nurses & Midwives Health is proud to support ANMF SA members. If you’re not already with them, treat yourself this festive season. Get a quote and join today: nmhealth.com.au/offer

(Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply.)