It's a stark contrast to the aged-care disaster unfolding in Victoria — a group of nurses clapping and dancing in a nursing home, celebrating a major win against the coronavirus.

Australia’s COVID-19 pandemic may not have seen the same influx of patients into ICU as other countries, and for this we are grateful. Nevertheless, it’s essential to upskill the nursing workforce to futureproof their skills in case of a second wave or a future pandemic.

A specialised team of nurses at Metro South Health is delivering front line care to isolated and COVID-positive patients in the comfort of their homes.

Kate Renzenbrink, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Information Officer at Bendigo Health, is encouraging nurses and midwives to lead the digital transition and use informatics to improve patient care.