Nurse assaulted at Victoria's only forensic hospital
A patient allegedly sexually assaulted a nurse at Thomas Embling Hospital. Police and WorkSafe are investigating.
Police are investigating the assault at Thomas Embling, Victoria's only forensic hospital. WorkSafe is reviewing workplace safety.
The hospital treats patients found not guilty of serious violent crimes because of mental illness. The hospital has suffered repeated violence at work.
Staff shortages and burnout have also been issues. Last year the hospital lost training accreditation.
This happened after a trainee was seriously hurt. Management did not tell the board accreditation was at risk.
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation is supporting affected staff.
Why it mattersRepeated violence at a major mental health facility raises questions. Does it have enough staff and safety measures to protect workers?
AustraliaVictoria's only forensic hospital serves the state's most complex mental health cases; ongoing dysfunction threatens its ability to operate safely and effectively.
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