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

⚖️ Got a family or personal legal matter weighing on you?As a QNMU member, you’re never on your own. You have access to ...
10/03/2026

⚖️ Got a family or personal legal matter weighing on you?

As a QNMU member, you’re never on your own. You have access to trusted legal support through LegalBenefit (by QNMU Law).

From family law and property conveyancing to estate matters, experienced lawyers are here to guide you at exclusive member rates 🌟

Support you can rely on: https://bit.ly/4kTK8xf



* Limits and exclusions apply.

09/03/2026

💡 A heartfelt tip for the next generation of midwives ✨

Fridae King, QNMU Assistant Secretary - Midwifery, chats with Emily, QNMU Member Organiser and Midwifery Clinical Facilitator, to share an important reminder for those stepping into the profession.

If you’re just starting out (or about to), this one’s for you 💜

Cardiac rehabilitation isn’t optional. It’s lifesaving ❤️‍🩹Up to 20% of patients with previous acute cardiovascular dise...
09/03/2026

Cardiac rehabilitation isn’t optional. It’s lifesaving ❤️‍🩹

Up to 20% of patients with previous acute cardiovascular disease die within three years of surgery, and 40% are readmitted for a cardiac-related reason. That’s why what happens after surgery matters just as much as the surgery itself 💯

Nurses play a crucial role in delivering inpatient cardiac rehabilitation that includes 🚶‍♀️ mobilisation, 📚 healthcare and lifestyle education, and 🩹 wound management until discharge. Their work sets patients up for the long road to recovery.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4rzUOnc

📢 Big announcement 🎉Nominations for the QNMU Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards have been extended to 15 March ⏰✨Th...
08/03/2026

📢 Big announcement 🎉

Nominations for the QNMU Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards have been extended to 15 March ⏰✨

That means you have a little extra time to recognise the incredible nurses and midwives making a difference every single day 💜

Know someone who goes above and beyond? 🌟
Been quietly doing amazing work yourself? 💪

Now is your moment 🙌 All QNMU members are eligible to be nominated, including self nominations.

Do not let outstanding work go unnoticed. Submit your nomination before 15 March and help us celebrate excellence across our profession 🏆🎊

👉 Nominate now: https://bit.ly/4b2iucU

On International Women’s Day, the QNMU proudly recognises the women who power our professions and our union. This year’s...
07/03/2026

On International Women’s Day, the QNMU proudly recognises the women who power our professions and our union.

This year’s theme is Give to Gain. When women give their expertise, leadership, advocacy and care, our workplaces, our communities and our health system all gain.

By standing together, supporting one another and championing equity, we continue to create safer workplaces and stronger futures for the next generation.

💡 QNMU CPD Portal module: Health promotion and the role of the nurseHealth and illness are shaped by more than individua...
05/03/2026

💡 QNMU CPD Portal module: Health promotion and the role of the nurse

Health and illness are shaped by more than individual choices, they are also influenced by social conditions.

This module explores the World Health Organization's Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion and its relevance to contemporary nursing practice. You will focus on upstream approaches, the vital role nurses play in creating supportive environments and addressing the causes of ill-health.

With practical exercises and discussion, you will gain strategies you can apply in everyday nursing practice.

🎓 Start learning today: https://bit.ly/4cHmUIk
💻 Explore nearly 300 online courses on the QNMU CPD Portal created by nurses, midwives and health experts: https://bit.ly/4kP2kYP

Ready to step up in your workplace? 💪Our Workplace Representative course is perfect for QNMU members who are already act...
05/03/2026

Ready to step up in your workplace? 💪

Our Workplace Representative course is perfect for QNMU members who are already active or simply curious about getting more involved. Learn how to build collective power, strengthen your workplace and create real change for nurses, midwives and the communities you care for.

✨ FREE and open to all QNMU members.

Your workplace needs strong voices and confident leaders. Why not you? 💙

👉 Register for a course today: https://bit.ly/4l3PmXm

📷 Pictured: QNMU members at our “Making a Difference: The Role of the Workplace Rep” course on the Sunshine Coast.

04/03/2026

What does it feel like to be nominated… and then win? 🏆💜
Hear from 2024 QNMU Award winner Lexi Shah as she shares what the experience meant to her.
Recognition matters. Your work matters 💯
👉 Go ahead and nominate today: https://www.qnmu.org.au/awards

🚨 Do you feel safe at work?⚖️ Is your workload manageable?🤝 Do you feel supported, secure and respected in your role?Thi...
04/03/2026

🚨 Do you feel safe at work?
⚖️ Is your workload manageable?
🤝 Do you feel supported, secure and respected in your role?

This is your chance to 🗣️ speak up.

At the QNMU, the direction we take is shaped by the real, lived experiences of our members. The Grow Your Voice Survey is your chance to share what’s really happening in your workplace – what’s working well, what isn’t, and where change is needed most.

Conducted every three years in partnership with the Queensland University of Technology, the survey reflects our commitment to hearing directly from you. Your experience is invaluable, and the insights you share directly inform our priorities, policies, and campaigns, and strengthen our advocacy for safer workplaces, fairer conditions, and better support for nurses and midwives across Queensland.

⏱️ It takes around 30 minutes.
🎁 Complete it and go in the draw to win one of five $100 gift vouchers.

👉 Take the survey now: https://bit.ly/4chVw3z

Together, we can shape a better future for nursing and midwifery.

Every two minutes, a woman dies from complications related to pregnancy or childbirth.Every 17 seconds, a baby is lost b...
03/03/2026

Every two minutes, a woman dies from complications related to pregnancy or childbirth.

Every 17 seconds, a baby is lost before birth, and each year 2.3 million newborns die within the first 28 days of life.

Many of these deaths could be prevented with more midwives.

But right now, evidence shows, the world needs one million more midwives.

Sign the petition and help the International Confederation of Midwives collect one million signatures to demand one million more midwives — and the investments needed to make it happen 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZWLihK

QNMU Occupational Health and Safety Officer James Gilbert: "The health and social services industry accounts for the lar...
03/03/2026

QNMU Occupational Health and Safety Officer James Gilbert: "The health and social services industry accounts for the largest proportion of workers compensation claims in Queensland and Australia."
This is why we deserve strong, effective laws that help protect us from assault at work.
📢 Premier Crisafulli: Hands off our health and safety laws
https://bit.ly/4aHU3m9

02/03/2026

The QNMU Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards celebrate you, our members making a real difference every day
🌟 Nominate yourself or a colleague and shine a light on excellence in care, activism, and leadership ~ Sarah Beaman, Grant Burton and Fridae King, The QNMU Leadership Team.
🔗 Nominate now: https://www.qnmu.org.au/awards

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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.