Resources

PwC Australia's article on aged care workforce challenges highlights systemic issues such as job insecurity, burnout, and undervaluation. It emphasizes the need for providers to enhance workforce strategies through better training, supportive leadership, and improved work conditions. These measures aim to attract and retain staff, ensuring high-quality, person-centered care

This webinar from Talius discusses how the enabling technology will help maximise staff utilisation and increase satisfaction. It is about Talius Smart Care Platform – the technology as a solution for staff retention challenges. 

This resource from SSI provides information and strategies for recruiting and supporting an aged care workforce for the future.

This article from ShiftCare outlines seven practical strategies for aged care providers to boost staff retention and improve the quality of care provided to elderly Australians.

This article from Selmar discusses the current aged care path to reform, with a particular focus on leadership pathways and workforce retention.

The Productivity Commission’s 2022 report reviews aged care employment, finding most workers are already directly employed. It warns against banning indirect employment, which could reduce workforce flexibility and worsen shortages. The report recommends improving job quality and training across all employment types to strengthen the sector and ensure quality care.

This PalliAged webpage discusses the importance of workforce wellbeing and strategies to improve wellbeing in the aged care workforce.

This article from Oho discusses the importance of addressing workforce churn in aged care and provides strategies to retain employees, reducing the need for continuous recruitment.

A 24/7 national support service for nurses & midwives providing access to confidential advice and referral.

This website provides advice and resources for nurses experiencing burnout.