Ward 7 Teen, Princess Margaret Hospital, Perth |
||
| The Need for WLB: | Smooth running of the ward | |
| Outcome: | Flexibility in the arrangements of hours/shifts for staff | |
This ward has had over a number of years (approximately 10) the following flexible work practices:
- Adjusted shift starting times to accommodate parents taking children to day care and/or school
- Different shift lengths to suit individual staff
- Short evening shifts to suit staff who leave children with their partners in the evening
- Set shifts to accommodate day care
- Self rostered shifts to support partners’ hours
- Weekend only shifts for staff with study commitments
- One RN on contract stipulating she work school terms only
- A self rostering system that allows all staff to indicate their preference for days off
Whilst some of the above have caused concerns initially, the system in general works well.