The aged care sector has been under unprecedented scrutiny over the last few years in the wake of the Oakden scandal and under the sharp focus of the royal commission. Across the nation, stories of inadequate care, abuse and scandal are fuelling concern about the way we care for some of the most vulnerable members...
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When registered nurse Cristine Andana was caring for an elderly gentleman in the final days of his life, the emotional care she gave to his only remaining family member, his daughter, became just as important and meaningful as the clinical care she was providing. “I was looking after a resident who was dying. His wife...
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Personal care assistants currently make up 71.5% of the aged care industry, yet they receive nowhere near the same level of admiration and respect of their nurse colleagues. As the aged care sector struggles to meet the demands of Australia’s ageing population, it will be the lowest-paid and least qualified staff members who will be...
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