Is aged care important?
That is the question that Australians face today. Under the current laws NSW (New South Wales) nursing homes must have a registered nurse on duty at all times and must appoint a director of nursing. This requirement is at risk. Its a complex issue and this PDF Staffing by Registered Nurses in NSW Nursing Homes, might explain it better than i could.
Registered nurses prevent frequent visits to hospitals and emergency wards. There presence also reduces the times residents would have to remain hospitalised, as they can receive the after care i the nursing home. They have a higher skill level and more training than other staff and know when a doctor or ambulance needs to be called.
The government is turning its back on the elderly. Our elderly deserve the best care we can offer, we should not sacrifice the level of care we give our older population for the sake of profits.
Even if you don't have a relative in aged care, you may one day. You yourself or your partner, or a friend may be subject to these laws one day. So act now to ensure proper care is given.
What can you do? Click the links for helpful shortcuts.
- Download print out and sign this petition; Insist on registered nurses 24/7 in NSW nursing homes.
- Register your support at the NSW Nurses & Midwives association.
- Send an email to the Minister for Health asking her to keep the requirement for registered nurses 24/7 in NSW nursing homes.
- Send a letter to the paper to insist on registered nurses in aged care 24/7.
- Talk to your colleagues, family, friends and local community about the essential role of registered nurses in aged care.
- Like their Facebook page.
- Print out the poster (or the petition) and place it on your local noticeboards, leave it at your doctors, hairdressers or school.
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