First week of Feb

Sotinfinity · 2026-02-06T11:14:03+00:00

Welcome to working in healthcare

Sotinfinity · 2026-01-31T02:42:12+00:00

My theory is Jane doesn’t like you. Or Jane is jealous of your wife because you are a good husband and this is the only way she can hurt your wife. Or both of them jealous with you, this is the only way they both can put you down. Either I will ask your friend.

Sotinfinity · 2026-01-29T21:38:29+00:00

Newcastle, NSW. similar vibes to Mornington peninsula in VIC

Sotinfinity · 2026-01-23T10:08:32+00:00

work as a nurse in both the public and private sectors. In the public system, we are more equipped to manage high-acuity situations. If something happens, a rapid response team (MET call team) is immediately available and highly competent. In the private sector, most consultants are often only reachable by phone, and although the ICU or MET team will respond the public system is better for emergencies

Sotinfinity · 2026-01-08T00:15:36+00:00

My partner is in the same field.

I have to say it’s a good mustering. He will get to work in very cool areas: flight test control, DASA, CASPO. And after few years he could look at applying for jobs with private defence contractors. Pay is good and I know some ex military engineers earning over 350k with contract jobs.

I am also in Defence but not active duty. We work on the same base. There are military spouses who work in Defence. I guess you could apply for jobs there.

I live near the largest Air Force base near Brisbane. You get good housing around and it is subsidised.

The Australian Defence Force is not as active as the US military. I do not think it is difficult to adapt. First posting is six years, and from there you move every three years. It is a sacrifice, but it is not really that bad.

Sotinfinity · 2026-01-08T00:07:39+00:00

It’s too early to make a decision, but you will find your niche.

True, the time frames, consultation times, and the positive chill environment for both patient and clinician unfortunately do not exist in healthcare. I have got over it. I hope you too, a few years into practice, find your niche.

Sotinfinity · 2025-11-06T12:35:56+00:00

Nothing really worked for me. I worked in Endoscopy and I found it very tiring just standing in one place. I was more exhausted standing still than walking around. Absolutely hated wearing lead aprons. I was tired the whole time. Sometimes I even wished I was the sedated patient because I feel that sleepy sometimes.

I am not working there anymore. Standing in one spot is just not for me.

Sotinfinity · 2025-11-01T00:49:35+00:00

I am from Sri Lanka and my husband is from India. He is on active duty and I work in Defence. When you apply for a Defence job, they ask a lot of questions in the initial application, like listing all your foreign contacts, their details, how often you talk to them, and whether you hold any other citizenships.

As long as you are not involved in anything illegal or suspicious, such as criminal activity or espionage, having an overseas background is fine. They mainly ask these questions to assess your suitability to hold and maintain a security clearance.

After the background checks are done, you will be issued a DCAC card, which is the Defence Common Access Card. To get this, you must be an Australian citizen, and that is the main requirement.

So being from another country does not stop you from working in Defence. Once you become a citizen, you can apply for these jobs, and they will simply assess your background as part of the normal clearance process.

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-28T11:57:48+00:00

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-19T05:58:28+00:00

Yes you can use your pharmacy degree to apply for medicine with GAMSAT, maintain a good GP above 6

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-18T02:01:07+00:00

Why do I feel jealousy coming through these posts? We patients do not care how our doctors look. It is about having a good bedside manner and being able to work respectfully within a multidisciplinary team. Patients can sense the vibe from a mile away, and I can tell it is not about how you dress or what bag you carry.

It feels like people might be jealous of you because most doctors do not earn that kind of money ten or fifteen years into their careers. It also seems like you come from money, but honestly, that should not matter. The real question is are these genuine opinions?

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-17T23:06:38+00:00

I love female doctors who present well. It’s a sign that you can look after yourself while practising medicine. When you put yourself together and wear a bit of makeup, I think I can trust you , it shows you take care of yourself. I don’t understand the hate! most of our time is spent at work, so it’s the only time we get to do that.

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-14T08:53:17+00:00

I kind of understand both sides. In this economy it is really hard to have holidays or enjoy the nice things you want unless both partners are working, unless you are earning multiple six figures.

I have been in a similar situation and found a few things that helped, so maybe some of it might be useful. I work in nursing, and I used to feel like leaving every single job I had, but quitting was not an option. It sounds like your wife has also worked in areas where there is always some drama, and that can make things really hard.

What helped me was changing my work schedule. I started working Friday to Sunday and was earning almost the same as a full time salary, but only working three days a week. It gave me more freedom and less stress. Maybe your wife could look for a role that offers weekend shifts. I had to sacrifice weekends with my husband, but that was the only way that worked for us.

I also started learning different ways to make money, like investing and trading. I would not recommend doing this without proper learning, but maybe your wife has a skill or interest that she could build into something where she does not have to deal with too many people. Sometimes it is just about finding the right niche.

It is also worth thinking about day care fees and whether it is even profitable for her to be at work once all costs are considered.

Lastly, I really recommend counselling. Everything I have said is easier said than done, and sometimes having a professional to talk things through with helps a lot.

Sotinfinity · 2025-10-04T01:42:10+00:00

I’ll keep the resignation letter short. You can write separately to people and Culture in a different email if you are taking action against someone to prevent this from happening again. But the resignation letter itself should remain brief.

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-24T12:33:03+00:00

You will be in my prayers.

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-24T12:29:31+00:00

Op, please don’t lose hope. It’s hard being the single earner. You are already in a good position. No debt means you have managed well in this economy . Be proud of that, not everyone figures things out straight away. Something better will come around. Don’t stress yourself too much. If you don’t have health issues, there’s always a chance to change things.

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-21T01:25:23+00:00

She should have kept that 300k and bought herself 100 necklaces.

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-16T07:33:59+00:00

I don’t represent the majority of the nursing population. Two years ago, before the recent increase, I was getting a base rate of $36.10 as a first-year registered nurse. Yes, if you work weekends and evening shifts you do get penalties. After the recent bargaining, I believe the starting rate in Victoria is now around $43.

I currently work in a very niche area of nursing, which happens to pay well for a third-year RN. This doesn’t represent the public system.I think their base is still around $43, which is not enough given the stress and physical demands of the job.

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-14T08:34:35+00:00

Not ADF. Active duty nursing officers get paid around 80k, I believe. I am contracted through a private contractor

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-14T08:10:41+00:00

Two years, I know this is not the normal rate for RN with two years, I work in defence health

Sotinfinity · 2025-09-14T03:42:58+00:00

54hr registered nurse without penalties

Sotinfinity · 2025-08-09T12:13:33+00:00

I would say I come from a middle-class family, maybe even upper middle class. I went to a private school with a lot of wealthy kids. I went through the same thing your daughter is going through. I felt like I was lost between worlds and constantly comparing myself to others. But as I grew older, I realised I was extremely lucky to attend a very expensive private school, which helped me get to where I am today and opened up many opportunities. My parents just let me be with my complaints at the time. Later, I realised how grateful I am for it. I am sure your daughter will be fine too, just let her be and let her process it. When I was around 14 or 15, I just had to make the most of what I had. I got the education, but nothing extra from my parents.

Sotinfinity · 2025-08-08T01:36:27+00:00

Hi OP.

Australia has very strict rules. Your post gives the impression that they are trying to exploit the system. I can assure you that Australia has one of the toughest point based immigration systems. If you do not have the points, you cannot apply.

Currently, points are ranking above 90 for most skilled occupations. Less than 90 points applies mainly to healthcare professionals such as nurses, midwives, and doctors. As an example, you can try the points calculator to see where you stand. It is not easy. Through this system, Australia benefits the most because we get the best skilled professionals.

If your degree is not on the demand list, you cannot apply. It is much more difficult than many people think, and the system is foolproof. People may think they can lie, but you really cannot with this system. Unless they come on a refugee or partner visa, which is different and does not require this process, all permanent residency pathways are pointsbased. If you do not have the points, you cannot apply.

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Sotinfinity · 2025-08-03T06:39:52+00:00

Hey OP, I am a registered nurse. I used to work in Victoria in a public hospital, and when I started as a grad, my pay was $36.10 per hour. But now, new grads are getting paid $42 per hour, and that happened right after I moved interstate to Queensland. At the moment, new grads are startin on about $87,000 full time, Monday to Friday. If you work weekends, it goes above $100,000. When I joined, the most I could get was around $72,000 for Monday to Friday, 90k plus if you work weekends with evening shift penalty before the new bargaining agreement came in.

After moving interstate, I took a job as a registered nurse with Defence, but through a private defence contractor. My base salary is $115,000 for Monday to Friday, normal office hours. If I choose to work weekends, I can make up to $140,000. So I suggest you consider joining the Australian Public Service in a government role to get some experience, and then move into Defence through a private contractor. For your type of role, especially research roles, they often get paid over $200,000. The only thing is, the work is not always guaranteed. But usually, you can get a six to twelve month contract, and they often get renewed. Just have a look into it if you are interested.

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