Queensland Nurses and Midwives' Union

Queensland Nurses and Midwives' Union Authorised by S. Beaman, Secretary, Queensland Nurses and Midwives’ Union, West End, 4101. Membership of the QNMU also provides for full membership of the ANMF.

The Queensland Nurses and Midwives' Union (QNMU) is the peak industrial and professional organisation for nurses and midwives working in public and private health and aged care in Queensland. The QNMU seeks to promote and defend the industrial, professional, social, political and democratic interests of more than 70,000 members. Members include:

Registered nurses
Midwives
Enrolled nurses
Assistants in nursing (however titled)
Students
Anyone who undertakes nursing work

There is no other organisation in Queensland which provides comprehensive representation for nurses and midwives as both employees and professionals. The QNMU is a state-registered union and a branch of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF), which has branches in each state and territory, which means the Union is also active in promoting the interests of nurses and midwives on a national and international level. Members have the opportunity to be actively involved in the QNMU and decide our priorities through the Union’s democratic structure. Ultimately, it’s these priorities and policies which help influence and shape the practice of nursing and midwifery in Queensland. Nurses and midwives, through the QNMU, have a long and proud history of working together to achieve improvements to working conditions, to the profession and, through the broader union movement, to the lives of all Australians. Nurses and midwives continue to work together and pool their combined resources and knowledge to protect and further the common interests of all members. Find out more at www.qnmu.org.au

The QNMU encourages and supports online dialogue on our social media forums, and we encourage members and users to be familiar with our social media terms of use at www.qnmu.org.au/SocialMediaTOU

🌟 It’s time to recognise an outstanding branch 🌟 Nominate your Local Branch for the QNMU Branch of the Year Award and ce...
15/02/2026

🌟 It’s time to recognise an outstanding branch 🌟

Nominate your Local Branch for the QNMU Branch of the Year Award and celebrate the power of collective action.

This award celebrates the branch that exemplifies creativity, commitment, and strong engagement to drive positive change in the workplace and across the nursing and midwifery communities. It recognises the most active and innovative branch that has demonstrated passion, dedication, and meaningful contributions to our union values 💪💙

The winning branch receives a $5,000 prize, proudly supported by Great Southern Bank 🏆

👉 Submit your nomination here: https://bit.ly/3Mjafkf
🗓️ Nominations close 8 March

Let’s celebrate the incredible nurses and midwives who make a real difference every day 💙

A heartfelt letter from QNMU Mater nursing and midwifery members 💔
14/02/2026

A heartfelt letter from QNMU Mater nursing and midwifery members 💔

🐈‍⬛ Friday the 13th? 🐈‍⬛Bad luck doesn’t stand a chance when you’re a QNMU member! 🖤💬 Support ✔️ ☂️ Protection ✔️ 🧘‍♀️ P...
12/02/2026

🐈‍⬛ Friday the 13th? 🐈‍⬛

Bad luck doesn’t stand a chance when you’re a QNMU member! 🖤

💬 Support ✔️ ☂️ Protection ✔️ 🧘‍♀️ Peace of mind ✔️

👉 Join today: https://bit.ly/3Zq9WHn

On Tuesday, hundreds of Queensland workers from every industry stood shoulder to shoulder to send the LNP one clear mess...
12/02/2026

On Tuesday, hundreds of Queensland workers from every industry stood shoulder to shoulder to send the LNP one clear message: hands off our safety.

QNMU Occupational Health and Safety Officer James Gilbert and Assistant Secretary – Midwifery Fridae King took the mic, proudly standing up for the safety and rights of working Queenslanders.

Together with Queensland Unions, the QNMU is fighting to protect our nation-leading work health and safety codes of practice and Queensland-strong heat safety rules 💪

🌟 Nominate for the Aunty Dulcie Flower & Aunty Gracelyn Smallwood Award 🌟Do you know a First Nations nurse or midwife ma...
12/02/2026

🌟 Nominate for the Aunty Dulcie Flower & Aunty Gracelyn Smallwood Award 🌟

Do you know a First Nations nurse or midwife making a difference in Indigenous communities and helping close the gap for First Nations people in Queensland?

The QNMU First Nations Branch does important work to advance Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nursing and midwifery outcomes, and we are proud to further our commitment to supporting our First Nations members with this award.

The winner receives a $5,000 prize, proudly supported by HESTA🏆

👉 Submit your nomination here: https://bit.ly/4rJiKUR
🗓️ Nominations close 8 March

Let’s celebrate the incredible nurses and midwives who make a real difference every day 💙

End-of-life care is one of the most challenging and meaningful areas of nursing practice 💙This article explores how nurs...
10/02/2026

End-of-life care is one of the most challenging and meaningful areas of nursing practice 💙

This article explores how nurses bring compassion, professionalism, and deep human connection to supporting patients and families, while navigating the emotional, ethical, and clinical complexities of care. It highlights the heart of nursing and the values that define our profession.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4cnnYRs

This is the second of two articles providing an overview of the findings from a grounded study that set out to explore patient suffering at the end of life, as experienced by those caring for them – the nurses.

🌟 Calling all QNMU members! 🌟It’s time to recognise an exceptional midwife. Nominate a colleague, or yourself, for the Q...
10/02/2026

🌟 Calling all QNMU members! 🌟

It’s time to recognise an exceptional midwife. Nominate a colleague, or yourself, for the QNMU Midwife of the Year Award 💫

This award celebrates exceptional care, compassion and professionalism. The winner receives a $5,000 prize, proudly supported by Nurses & Midwives Health 🏆

👉 Submit your nomination here: https://bit.ly/4r9mdMz
🗓️ Nominations close 8 March

Let’s celebrate the incredible midwives who make a real difference 💙

Last Friday, Gold Coast University and Robina Hospitals were a sea of vibrant colours 🌈 as they hosted Loud Shirt Fairy ...
10/02/2026

Last Friday, Gold Coast University and Robina Hospitals were a sea of vibrant colours 🌈 as they hosted Loud Shirt Fairy Floss Friday once again 🍭🎉

The day was full of positive energy ✨, shining a light on mental illness in the health care community 💙 and boldly telling depression to 💪💖

New grad life = exciting ✨ overwhelming 😅 all at once.If you’re starting out as a nurse or midwife, here’s the good news...
06/02/2026

New grad life = exciting ✨ overwhelming 😅 all at once.

If you’re starting out as a nurse or midwife, here’s the good news: you don’t have to figure it all out solo 🙏

The QNMU’s New Graduate Day is designed especially for members in their first year of practice 👏

On the day you'll:
🤝 connect with other grads who get it
🧠 learn how the QNMU supports you at work and beyond
📚 discover the tools, advice and backup available to you as a member
💬 swap stories, ask questions and build confidence in your new role

You’ll walk away feeling more connected, more confident and way more prepared for year one 💪

👉 Register now (you must register to attend): https://bit.ly/3NEOSKt

Not yet a QNMU member?
You can still join today 👉 https://bit.ly/4qM6vXx

Big shoutout to our incredible QNMU members from Cairns and Innisfail 👏💙They recently came together to attend the Making...
05/02/2026

Big shoutout to our incredible QNMU members from Cairns and Innisfail 👏💙

They recently came together to attend the Making a Difference: The Role of the Workplace Rep course, strengthening their skills and knowledge to build collective power, improve workplaces, and achieve real outcomes for nurses, midwives, and the communities they serve 💪

The feedback? Absolutely glowing 🌟 Everyone raved about how valuable the day was and many are already keen to come back for the two-day advanced course!

Best part? This course, and many others, are FREE for QNMU members 🎉

Jump online and explore what’s on offer.
These sessions fill up fast, so don’t miss out! 🏃‍♀️‍➡️💻
➡️ Register now: https://bit.ly/4bwe8fU

🌟 Calling all QNMU members! 🌟Know a nurse who goes above and beyond? Or maybe that’s you? 👀Nominate for Nurse of the Yea...
04/02/2026

🌟 Calling all QNMU members! 🌟
Know a nurse who goes above and beyond? Or maybe that’s you? 👀

Nominate for Nurse of the Year in the 2026 QNMU Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards, proudly supported by QSuper 💙

This award honours a nurse who makes a difference through empathy, dedication, and exceptional care – whether it’s caring for a patient, supporting a family, or going above and beyond. Plus, the winning prize is $5000! 🎉

🗓️ Nominations close 8 March
👉 Submit your nomination here: https://bit.ly/45L6UAY

Join the QNMU and other unions on Tuesday 10 February for a rally to say NO to the LNP's attack on Queensland workers' s...
03/02/2026

Join the QNMU and other unions on Tuesday 10 February for a rally to say NO to the LNP's attack on Queensland workers' safety 🤚🛑

Every Queensland worker has the right to come home safely 💯

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The Queensland Nurses and Midwives' Union (QNMU) is the industrial and professional organisation for nurses and midwives working in public and private health and aged care in Queensland. The QNMU seeks to promote and defend the industrial, professional, social, political and democratic interests of more than 62,000 members. Members include: Registered nurses Midwives Enrolled nurses Assistants in nursing (however titled) Students Anyone who undertakes nursing work There is no other organisation in Queensland which provides comprehensive representation for nurses and midwives as both employees and professionals. The QNMU is a state-registered union and a branch of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF), which has branches in each state and territory, which means the Union is also active in promoting the interests of nurses and midwives on a national and international level. Membership of the QNMU also provides for full membership of the ANMF. Members have the opportunity to be actively involved in the QNMU and decide our priorities through the Union’s democratic structure. Ultimately, it’s these priorities and policies which help influence and shape the practice of nursing and midwifery in Queensland. Nurses and midwives, through the QNMU, have a long and proud history of working together to achieve improvements to working conditions, to the profession and, through the broader union movement, to the lives of all Australians. Nurses and midwives continue to work together and pool their combined resources and knowledge to protect and further the common interests of all members.