Cranking the workforce gears for practice nurses - Medical Republic

Cranking the workforce gears for practice nurses - Medical Republic

The AMA is calling for expansion of the workforce incentive program to better utilise nurse care in general practice.

AMA calls for expansion to practice nurse role - Nursing Review

The Australian Medical Association (AMA) is calling for sweeping reforms to strengthen the role of practice nurses in general practice, warning that outdated funding and workforce structures are preventing GP‑led teams from delivering the coordinated preventive care patients need. In a new position statement, the AMA argues that practice nurses are essential to managing chronic and complex conditions in the community, reducing avoidable hospital…

Position statement on enhancing the role of practice nurses in GP-led team-based care

General practice is the foundation of Australia’s primary healthcare system and plays a critical role in keeping patients well and out of hospital. GP‑led multidisciplinary teams enable coordinated, proactive care that prevents avoidable deterioration, supports continuity, and improves patient outcomes.