Shannyn Bristowe: Nurses' Organisation National Student Uni Co-Chair says student nurses need a financial fix to get them through placement

Published: Feb. 20, 2024, 12:04 a.m.

Nurses are calling for something to be done about the financial hurdles they face while finishing their studies.\xa0

The Nurses Organisation 2023 Student Survey found 84% feel nursing students should receive financial compensation during clinical experience. \xa0

Nurses' Organisation National Student Uni Co-Chair Shannyn Bristowe told Mike Hosking that there needs to be a fix to get students through.\xa0

She says scholarships or some form of a grant while students are on their placements could lessen the stress and help put food on the table.\xa0

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