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Adventure with Rural LAP
Meet Stephanie Pierce, a Registered Nurse from New Zealand who joined Rural LAP over a year ago. Since joining the program, Stephanie has travelled to placements across Queensland, Tasmania, and South Australia, with Tasmania stealing her heart as it felt like a home away from home.
Celebrating 10,000 Placements
The Federally funded Rural Locum Assistance Program (Rural LAP) has placed its 10,000th health professional since the program began in 2011.
A locum journey with Rural LAP
In the ever-changing healthcare landscape, the locum role has become increasingly vital, particularly in rural and remote areas where access to medical professionals can be challenging.
Discovering hidden gems
Being a locum pharmacist allowed Swee-Wan Carpenter to indulge in her love for travel while exploring the vast landscapes of Australia.
Working in a remote community
Linda Cornwall recently completed a three-week placement as a Personal Care Worker in the remote Aboriginal community of Oak Valley.
The changing face of aged care
Lauri Buckingham has worked as a registered nurse with the Rural Locum Assistance Program (Rural LAP) almost full-time for over ten years.
A sense of community
As most of us are heading off to bed, a new world is opening up for registered nurse Glenda George, on the night shift in an aged care facility.
Healthcare Heroes Brave Rising Waters
A Glimpse into Navigating a Moderate Flood Event in a Remote Community.