Healthcare Blog

Why our nurses say yes to last minute shifts

Posted on Monday, November 17, 2025 — No comments

Healthcare can be unpredictable and when gaps appear in the rota, taking on last minute shifts can keep patient care running smoothly. At Pulse, we understand these shifts are an opportunity for you to grow, earn and make a real impact to patients’ lives. In this article, we will show you why our nurses say yes to last minute shifts and why you should consider them too. 1. Financial benefits that ...

Doula vs Midwife: Whats the Difference?

Posted on Monday, September 1, 2025 — No comments

In the healthcare industry in Australia, a doula and a midwife play differing, but important roles in pregnancy and childbirth. Learn about the differences between a doula and a midwife to understand which role you may want to consider as your future career path. The role of a doula A doula is there to be the emotional support network for expectant mothers. Knowledgeable of the birthing process, ...

What is Perioperative Nursing?

Posted on Monday, August 11, 2025 — No comments

Perioperative nursing is the practice of delivering care to patients before, during and after surgery. Perioperative nurses are often referred to as scrub/scout or operating theatre nurses. Some nurses may work in an anaesthetic support role, specialising in ensuring patient comfort during the anaesthesia process. Find out all about perioperative nursing roles and how to become a perioperative ...

Emergency Nurse Salary Guide 2025

Posted on Thursday, July 24, 2025 — No comments

An emergency nurse salary can vary significantly due to factors such as qualifications, experience, location and the type of role you are employed in. In this article, we’ll provide you with details on: The average emergency nurse salary in Australia Emergency nurse levels and pay points Casual emergency nurse pay rates Permanent emergency nurse pay rates The average emergency nurse salary by ...

Helping Residential Aged Care Providers Deliver Better Care With PALM

Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 — No comments

The Australian aged care sector is under critical strain and the workforce crisis is escalating fast. Despite record government investment, the gap between care demand and care delivery is widening. The KPMG Aged Care Market Analysis 2025 offers a clear snapshot of the pressure points: The number of people in residential aged care increased by 3.2% from FY23 to FY24, while the number of ...

Mental Health Nursing Interview Questions & Example Answers

Posted on Sunday, June 15, 2025 — No comments

Mental health nursing interview questions are designed to help hiring managers understand if you’d be a good fit for their role. It can be a nerve-wracking experience, but a bit of preparation can go a long way into growing your confidence ahead of the interview. In this blog, we’ll look at 11 commonly asked mental health nursing interview questions and example answers to help you plan the best ...

PALM Scheme Cohort of 2024 graduation!

Posted on Thursday, June 5, 2025 — No comments

On 10th May 2025, our Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme cohort of 38 participants graduated with a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) from Alphacrucis University College . After an 18-week course with a four-week placement in Harts Nursing Home and Father Law Home in Suva, Fiji, our participants transitioned to Australia to work for our host employer, Regis Aged Care , ...

What is Acute Care Nursing?

Posted on Thursday, May 8, 2025 — No comments

Acute care nursing is the practice of providing short-term treatment for serious illnesses and conditions that are presented across a variety of medical departments. Acute care nurses often work in a hospital setting, using their skills in emergency and critical care to stabilize patients until a longer-term plan of care, if needed, has been devised. Acute care nursing is highly in demand, with a ...

How to Become a Midwife

Posted on Thursday, April 3, 2025 — No comments

A midwife is a registered healthcare professional who specialises in pre and post-natal care, and the delivery of babies. The focus of their profession is to ensure that expectant mothers stay healthy during pregnancy and assist in caring for the child in the vital weeks that follow the birth. To become a midwife in Australia, you will need to obtain a relevant qualification from a verified ...

How to Become a Nurse

Posted on Thursday, March 27, 2025 — No comments

Working as a nurse and joining the healthcare industry is an incredible rewarding career path, with multiple avenues available to explore. Nursing at any level provides a wealth of opportunity caring for those in need in a variety of healthcare settings. What does a nurse do? Nursing sits on a broad spectrum, with a range of professions to pursue. The nursing scale ranges from an enrolled nurse ...