Nursing and Midwifery Health Program Victoria

The training is planned as an in-person event. Each date is a separate, one-day experience identical in nature, being held in Melbourne and Traralgon.
A small fee of $49.50 will apply, this gives the participant:
The training package, a tailored individual self-care program which is transferrable to the workplace or the home, a delicious morning tea, lunch and attracts 5 CPD points.
We invite all nurses, midwives, students, health service leaders and human resource personnel from Melbourne and the Gippsland region to participate in this interactive training.
MORE INFORMATION: https://nmhp.org.au/news/2024-champion-training.html
Melbourne -Friday 18 October 2024. Doors Open 9am for a 9.30am start. ANMF House, Carson Centre, 535 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne Victoria
Traralgon-Friday 25 October 2024. Doors open 9am for a 9.30am start
Century Inn, 5 Airfield Road, Traralgon Victoria. Doors open 9am for a 9.30am start.

Contact NMHPV for free and confidential support:
PH: (03) 9415 7551
E: [email protected]
W: www.nmhp.org.au

NMHPV Champion Training in October
The training is planned as an in-person event. Each date is a separate, one-day experience identical in nature, being held in Melbourne and Traralgon.
A small fee of $49.50 will apply, this gives the participant:
The training package, a tailored individual self-care program which is transferrable to the workplace or the home, a delicious morning tea, lunch and attracts 5 CPD points.
We invite all nurses, midwives, students, health service leaders and human resource personnel from Melbourne and the Gippsland region to participate in this interactive training.
MORE INFORMATION: https://nmhp.org.au/news/2024-champion-training.html
Melbourne -Friday 18 October 2024. Doors Open 9am for a 9.30am start. ANMF House, Carson Centre, 535 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne Victoria
Traralgon-Friday 25 October 2024. Doors open 9am for a 9.30am start
Century Inn, 5 Airfield Road, Traralgon Victoria. Doors open 9am for a 9.30am start.
Contact NMHPV for free and confidential support:
PH: (03) 9415 7551
E: [email protected]
W: www.nmhp.org.au

1st-7th August is World Breastfeeding week! Shout out to all the mothers and midwives who have breastfed or helped a woman breastfeed. For any midwives seeking support, we have experienced midwives on our team who are here to help. Call us on 9416 7551 to make an appointment. https://nmhp.org.au/help/get-help-now.html.

Would you like to contribute to the health and well-being of Victorian nurses, midwives and students? Would you like to operate within a clinical team to achieve positive health outcomes for service users?
Would you like an opportunity to develop and grow with NMHPV? We are seeking registered nurses and/or midwives to work as Senior Clinicians within a small and dedicated clinical team to deliver sensitive health support to our Victorian peers. These roles will also include engagement with industry stakeholders across Victoria.
For more information about the roles and to apply go to ProBono Australia.
For enquiries contact

Email Glenn Taylor at [email protected] or phone 0424 755 241.

Unsure where to start with self care? Our self care plan is a useful resource to help you get on track. Simple and easy to use, this tool helps you define a few goals that you can use to improve your health and wellbeing. https://nmhp.org.au/health/health-wellbeing-plan.html.

Supporting nurses and midwives is our job. All our counsellors have worked as a nurse or midwife and know whats its like 'at the coal face'. To talk to someone who understands, call us on 9415 7551 Mon-Fri 8.30-5.00. https://nmhp.org.au/help/get-help-now.html. Link in bio ⬆️

Would you like to contribute to the health and well-being of Victorian nurses, midwives and students? Would you like to operate within a clinical team to achieve positive health outcomes for service users?
Would you like an opportunity to develop and grow with NMHPV? We are seeking registered nurses and/or midwives to work as Senior Clinicians within a small and dedicated clinical team to deliver sensitive health support to our Victorian peers. These roles will also include engagement with industry stakeholders across Victoria.
For more information about the roles and to apply go to ProBono Australia.
For enquiries contact-
Email Glenn Taylor at [email protected] or phone 0424 755 241.
https://nmhp.org.au/news/position-vacant.html.

Podcast Episode 5: Healers navigate the quest for improved sleep.

This episode of the Nursing and Midwifery Health Program Victoria podcast is a thought-provoking episode hosted by Cheri Huggins, Senior Clinician at NMHP and our highly respected guest Dr Moira Junge, Health Psychologist and CEO of The Sleep Foundation, Victoria. The podcast delves into the challenges faced by many nurses and midwives. https://nmhp.org.au/health/podcast-episode-5.html

Would you like to contribute to the health and well-being of Victorian nurses, midwives and students? Would you like to operate within a clinical team to achieve positive health outcomes for service users?
Would you like an opportunity to develop and grow with NMHPV? We are seeking registered nurses and/or midwives to work as Senior Clinicians within a small and dedicated clinical team to deliver sensitive health support to our Victorian peers. These roles will also include engagement with industry stakeholders across Victoria.
For more information about the roles and to apply go to ProBono Australia.
For enquiries contact-

Email Glenn Taylor at [email protected] or phone 0424 755 241.
https://nmhp.org.au/news/position-vacant.html.

This month is Dry July! We support nurses and midwives with drug and alcohol concerns. We understand the fear of seeking help, and can provide a safe place for you to work through your issues. For a free and confidential appointment, reach out to us on 9415 7551. No referral needed. https://nmhp.org.au/help/help-substance-use.html.

All the counsellors at our service are nurses and midwives, and have first hand experience of working in the profession. We get the challenges that student nurses and midwives face! We are here, just for you. Call us on 9415 7551. https://nmhp.org.au/health/your-health.html

If you're a nurse or midwife and you've experienced or witnessed a traumatic birth, we are here for you. The midwives and nurses on our team can offer care and support. Call us on 9415 7551 to make an appointment. https://nmhp.org.au/help/get-help-now.html.

Nurses and midwives tell us their work often spills into their personal life. This can lead to fatigue, overwhelm and sometimes burnout. Call us on 9415 7551 to explore strategies to help. https://nmhp.org.au/help/get-help-now.html

NMHPV Champion Training in October

The training is planned as an in-person event. Each date is a separate, one-day experience identical in nature, being held in Melbourne and Traralgon.
A small fee of $49.50 will apply, this gives the participant:
The training package, a tailored individual self-care program which is transferrable to the workplace or the home, a delicious morning tea, lunch and attracts 5 CPD points.
We invite all nurses, midwives, students, health service leaders and human resource personnel from Melbourne and the Gippsland region to participate in this interactive training.
MORE INFORMATION: https://nmhp.org.au/news/2024-champion-training.html
Melbourne -Friday 18 October 2024. Doors Open 9am for a 9.30am start. ANMF House, Carson Centre, 535 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne Victoria
Traralgon-Friday 25 October 2024. Doors open 9am for a 9.30am start
Century Inn, 5 Airfield Road, Traralgon Victoria. Doors open 9am for a 9.30am start.

Contact NMHPV for free and confidential support:
PH: (03) 9415 7551
E: [email protected]
W: www.nmhp.org.au

We know being a nurse or midwife can be overwhelming. It's tough juggling work, family, health, and other commitments. If you feel you need support, we are here to help. You can call us on 9415 7551 Mon-Fri 8.30-5.00. https://nmhp.org.au/help/get-help-now.html

Some of the reasons, other than work related that people contact us for support are-difficulties with relationships, stress, anxiety, depression and other mental health issues, feeling stuck, addictions, chronic health conditions and loneliness. We are open Mon-Fri 8.30-5. Reach out to chat on 9415 7551. https://nmhp.org.au/help/get-help-now.html

Come say Hi to Celeste and Amanda at the 2024 ANMF (Vic Branch) Annual Delegates Conference 📍 Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

NMHPV assistance is free, confidential and independent and is provided by experienced nurses and midwives. Reach out and have a chat. PH: (03) 9415 7551 | M-F 8.30am-5pm http://www.nmhp.org.au.

Today is Stress Down Day, designed to raise awareness about workplace stress. As nurses and midwives, we understand this issue firsthand. Reach out and have a chat. PH: (03) 9415 7551 | M-F 8.30am-5pm. Click here to find out how to get help- https://www.nmhp.org.au/help/get-help-now.html

Stop and take a breath. One of the benefits of Yoga is stress management. If you can't get to a Yoga class today, take a breath. Here's a link to a demonstration
of the "take slow deep breath" practice. https://www.nmhp.org.au/health/health-stop-take-a-breath.html.

The Nursing and Midwifery Health Program Victoria (NMHPV) was initially developed to support nurses and midwives to address the health concerns related to their alcohol and other drug use. This continues to be a priority for our service. If you need support, reach out. PH: (03) 9415 7551 | M-F 8.30am-5pm https://www.nmhp.org.au/help/help-substance-use.html link in bio ⬆

Common risk factors for those developing impaired mental health include high personal and community expectations, workload, managing trauma and frequently feeling unable to have an impact on workplace systems. If this is you, reach out and talk to one of the Nurse or Midwife support staff. PH: (03) 9415 7551 | M-F 8.30am-5pm https://www.nmhp.org.au/help/help-mental-health.html.

Our office is closed today so if you need immediate support please contact
NMS:
P: 1800 667 877
W: https://www.nmsupport.org.au
We are back in the office tomorrow

The NMHPV accepts referrals from anyone associated with nurses, midwives and nursing/midwifery students.
Referral types include direct self-referral and referrals from Health Services, other healthcare providers, employers, colleagues, industrial organisations, learning institutions, family and friends.
To make a referral simply call us now. Telephone referrals will receive a response that day. PH: (03) 9415 7551 | M-F 8.30am-5pm http://www.nmhp.org.au or click here to see our referral guide. https://www.nmhp.org.au/help/help-referral-guide.html

Tomorrow (Wed 5th June) Celeste Pinney our Senior Clinician will be at the ANMF Student conference, Ace It. She will be speaking at 3pm on Surviving and Thriving in your career. If you are there, please say hello.

It makes us smile you are part of our community, thank you. https://www.nmhp.org.au/welcome.html

This week is National Reconciliation Week 2024 🖤💛❤️ We come together to celebrate and promote reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous Australians and importantly our Aborigional and Torres Strait Nurses and Midwives. Let's reflect on our shared history and commit to building a better, more inclusive future together. https://www.nmhp.org.au/welcome.html

Take our confidential health and wellbeing self assessment.

https://www.nmhp.org.au/health/health-wellbeing-self-assessment.html

Find out about the experiences and perceptions of the NMHPV had for Nurses and Midwives through our program evaluation. "You know, you’ve got that background knowledge,
you know, all the intricacies that other people
don’t understand in terms of the lingo, the language,
the experience of the demands of working in a busy
ward, that connection sort of on that level.” Click link in bio to read more. https://www.nmhp.org.au/documents/NMHPV-2023-%20Evaluation-Infographic.pdf⬆️