April 2023
March 22, 2023
While full-time lobbyists are paid big bucks to door-knock politicians, primary health care nurses are taking time out of their work days caring for patients to do the same. Kaitiaki tagged along for one such visit – to former minister, National list MP Gerry Brownlee.
Read more... Ex-minister gets schooled in primary health care as nurses get political
April 2023
March 21, 2023
Since the dawn of unionism, bargaining has been at the heart of getting a better deal for workers. But the traditional negotiation process, for Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa NZNO members, is in transition as it fits within the larger, cross-sector strategy of Maranga Mai!
Read more... Bargaining is getting a re-set under Maranga Mai!
April 2023
March 20, 2023
Print out the grid (using PRINT tab at the bottom right of this page) and use the clues below. February’s answers are below the clues.
April 2023
March 17, 2023
It is extremely challenging for families when a child is diagnosed with a rare disorder. A new guide can help parents and caregivers navigate their way to the best outcomes.
Read more... New guide helps families of children with rare disorders
April 2023
March 14, 2023
Mātanga tapuhi / nurse practitioners say revised guidelines on their role from the Royal College of GPs (RNZCGP) are “denigrating” and “disappointing”, implying they must consult with GPs before making decisions.
Read more... Nurse practitioners reject ‘denigrating’ GP college guidelines, will draw up their own
April 2023
March 8, 2023
Pay equity salary increases of up to $12,000 per annum are “appreciated”, but Wellington nurses today told Minister of Health Ayesha Verrall they want to be back-paid to 2019 “like we were promised”.
Read more... Thanks, but where’s the rest? Nurses challenge Minister of Health on back pay
April 2023
March 7, 2023
Senior nurses and leaders are pleading for more support over low morale and burnout as the pay gap with registered nurses (RNs) narrows.
Read more... ‘Immediate’ pay boost needed for struggling senior nurses, say nurse leaders
April 2023
March 6, 2023
I pakaru te whare o tātou e te haumātakataka tino kino. – The cyclone damaged our house.
April 2024
January 1, 2022
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