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The Forum is hosted by an expert panel discussing the current issues nurses, midwives and healthcare workers face in regards to bullying behaviour in the workplace and how to deal with it.
Structure of panel:
- Opening speech
- Speakers will each say their parts
- Key questions asked by nurses will be answered from a previous panel on bullying
- Q&A & opportunity to express stories
Speaker Content;
- Defining what bullying is and what your rights are.
- What is unreasonable management action (If managers are being accused of bullying, where is the line of bullying and performance management?)
- How do you performance manage someone, not as a punitive issue, professional guidelines.
- Answers to key questions from a previous bullying panel.
Meet our expert speaking panel:
Margaret Gilbert
President of the NPAA
Vicky Stewart
Consultant Nursing and Midwifery Advocacy Solutions & Administrator/Ground Expert NAMABA
Vicky has been working in as an EN since 1987 in both public and private hospitals, and has experience working in Gynaecology/Obstetrics, general operating theatres, day surgery and endoscopy units, specialising in Peri-operative environment. In 1997 she became a workplace activist after increasing workloads and conflict in the workplace, and has advised, represented and advocated for members going through workplace issue processes.
Chris Dekker
Senior Case Manager, Legal Liaison Officer
Terry Collins
Case Manager Strategy Consultant
Questions and Answers
1. Will we be able to ask the nurses, professionals and legal expertise questions? Absolutely, we want this to be an interactive experience where questions can be asked and answered. You will also have the opportunity to share any stories you may have from your own experience.
2. How long will the webinar go for? The webinar will go for approximately 1 hour, however we have allowed time for it to go over this as we are expecting quite a few questions.
3. Will I receive CPD points for attending? Yes, once you have registered you will receive an email containing a link to the recording, and a form for your CPD Certificate.
About NAMABA
Nurses and Midwives Against Bullying Australia (NAMABA) was founded by Tammy Copley in June 2020 to facilitate discussion, and action regarding increased workplace bullying, harassment, and inappropriate behaviour in Australian health care settings, and specifically within Nursing and Midwifery.
NAMABA now has over 1900 nurses, midwives, nursing and midwifery students, assistants in nursing and personal carers from around Australia.
We come from the different States of Australia, cultural backgrounds, work environments, age groups, classifications, professional organisations, associations, and unions, however, we have all come together with a common goal and purpose.
We want to bring attention to, and eradicate the bullying, harassment and inappropriate behaviour that is being perpetrated within nursing and midwifery across public and private health care including aged care and non-clinical settings.
As an administrator of the group it is evident that many nurses and midwives do not have the knowledge, understanding, or the desire to appropriately escalate and resolve workplace issues including non-compliance matters.
Additionally, they may not be aware of their workplace rights, and workplace protections in place.
We want to provide practical and emotional support to our members who often feel very isolated and alone, we want to challenge the status quo.
You can find NAMABA on facebook.com/groups/2527227290869235
About NAMAS
After 12 years as a Union activist, Branch Secretary and Workplace Representative in New South Wales (NSW) and Queensland (QLD) I commenced employment in 2010 with the largest union in QLD for Nurses, Midwives, Carers and Students.
For over 10 years I was employed as a Private Sector/Private Hospital Organiser.
As an Organiser I was the conduit between Members, Officials and other stakeholders including Employers.
I was also fortunate enough to participate in a rotation to the Member and Specialist Services Team
I directly advised, represented, and advocated for members going through the disciplinary process, complaints process, performance improvement plans (PIPs), alleged breaches of employer policies, general protection matters and or return to work plans.
The training, education, and professional development I received was extensive and invaluable; it provided me with the skills and knowledge necessary to launch Nursing and Midwifery Advocacy Solutions.
NAMAS Mission is to provide clinical and non-clinical Nurses, Midwives and Students employed in Australian public and private healthcare settings, affordable and individual tailored advice, information, and support when they are wanting to navigate the path to resolution of Workplace issues including how to gather appropriate evidence.
NAMAS Vision is to improve the lives of those affected directly, or indirectly by inappropriate, & unreasonable behaviour perpetrated by colleagues, and employer representatives.
NAMABA & NAMAS have a common goal, we want to bring about positive cultural change within Nursing and Midwifery.
I describe myself as having a great sense of humour, am very compassionate, caring and dedicated to improving the lives of nurses, midwives, students, and the patients and residents under our care.
I can also be dogmatic, pragmatic and rather process driven 😊
You can find Nursing and Midwifery Advocacy Solutions at
https://nursingandmidwiferyadvocacy.com.au/ or
https://www.facebook.com/nursingandmidwiferyadvocacysolutions
How will we benefit you?
Support when you need it: NPAQ provides professional indemnity insurance, along with personalised advice and legal assistance, to quickly resolve any workplace issues.
Lower fees without the politics: Not one cent of your hard-earned membership money goes to any political party or cause. 100% goes to providing protection and advancement to you and your profession.
improved working conditions: NPAQ helps and advises working nurses to openly negotiate enterprise agreements, with a focus on practical outcomes in each workplace.
Putting Nurses' interests first: Focusing on patient care – not on paperwork. By reducing administration, we aim to let nurses ‘nurse again’.
Any savings should be passed on as pay rises to nurses not funding administration/HR.
A choice in representation: Only nurses – not the government nor your employer – should choose who represents and protects nurses.
This means all NPAQ nurses – not union officials – have a real say in the running of the health system.
Here's what our members are saying:
ANNA
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Darren was very supportive and provided me with appropriate advice to navigate my employment contract from a non-adversity approach. This enabled me to approach my employer while staying safe from possible repercussions as it was managed in a delicate manner. Without Darren’s support and advice I wouldn’t have been able to manage the matter or achieve an outcome that was in my favour.
DEBBIE R
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Please seriously consider this service. I have called upon them twice in recent years and have found the advice & support above reproach. This team is caring, understanding and professional in dealing with the concerns I submitted to them until each case was resolved to my utmost satisfaction. God Bless you all.
KARYN D
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Thank you for the support NPAQ. I have been a nurse and union member for over 20 years and have never had such support. The response to my request for representation was great. Right from the beginning, Ben was supportive. He called me multiple times and emailed me relevant information and called after the meeting I had to attend. He ensured I was okay and needed anything, offered to go through mock scenarios if I needed too, and did everything he could to alleviate my anxiety. My meeting went smoothly with a good outcome. Thank you Ben...you're a legend!
ANNE CAMERON
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I was feeling vulnerable but at each step Emilie was there when I made contact with her. Prior to the meeting she was very reassuring and supportive. I definitely was not my normal self and her reassurances, kindness and professionalism were outstanding. The notes on what to do and what not to do we’re an excellent guideline. In closing I have found the support of all involved in NPAQ kind and appropriately reassuring. Many thanks.
PEITA F
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I would like to express my deep gratitude to Tracy Tully for the support she has given me during a difficult and sensitive experience. The non-judgemental, professional, emotional support and guidance was more than I expected. Tracy went above and beyond the call of duty. Thanks to Tracy I received a great outcome and feel I can move forward in my career with greater confidence and knowledge. It is wonderful to have the knowledge as a professional that I am supported and cared for by NPAQ. Thank you so very much.
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