Ensuring every patient receives high-quality care is a perpetual challenge in the ever-evolving field. With an aging nursing workforce and nurses facing burnout and other pressures such as fluctuating patient volumes, the sector is confronted with staffing shortages projected to exceed 100,000 nurses by 2025. This growing demand for healthcare services amplifies the pressure on hospitals and aged care facilities in Australia, leading to the urgent need to supplement staffing gaps and the need for specialised skills. In this context, agency nurses play a vital role in sustaining a robust healthcare workforce.

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