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OMNI NURSINGS COMMITMENT TO PRIVACY

 

Omni Nursing  (referred to collectively as 'We' or 'Us') has a commitment to handling personal information responsibly and with the utmost respect for privacy. We adhere to the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) outlined in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), which establish stringent guidelines governing the collection, access, storage, and use of personal information in our respective businesses.

Our primary focus is on providing healthcare services, including the provision of nursing staff, while safeguarding the privacy of individuals and their personal information. This commitment is outlined in our respective Privacy Policies, which you can refer to for a comprehensive understanding of how we manage your personal information.

In these Privacy Policies, 'We' and 'Us' signify Omni Nursing, and 'You' refers to any individual from whom we collect personal information. Rest assured, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of privacy protection in line with applicable privacy laws.

 

ABOUT OMNI

 

Omni Nursing is a diverse healthcare provider primarily focusing on:

• Staffing solutions (nurses of all levels and support workers) for day clinics and hospitals.

• Peri-operative services for day clinics and hospitals.

These activities are collectively referred to as the "Omni Services."

Please contact us for a full list of companies that are part of Omni and subject to this Privacy Policy.

 

WHAT INFORMATION DOES OMNI COLLECT ABOUT YOU

 

Clients and Prospective Clients:

When you inquire about our services or become a client of Omni, we record your personal information. Information collected and retained by Omni generally includes Personnel Records and Information, Electronic Media, and Communication.

The type of personal information collected varies depending on the circumstances and the requested service. In some cases, we may also collect relevant medical or health information (discussed further below).

 

Prospective Employees/Applicants:

We collect personal information when recruiting personnel, such as your name, contact details, qualifications, work history, and next of kin or primary contact information. Generally, we collect this information directly from you.

We may also gather personal information from third parties as expected. Before offering you a position, we may collect additional details, such as your tax file number and superannuation information, necessary for background checks required for certain positions.

 

Other Individuals:

Omni may collect personal information about other individuals who are not clients or employees. This includes customers and members of the public who participate in events we are involved in, agencies, individual service providers, contractors, and other individuals who interact with Omni on a commercial basis. The types of personal information collected will depend on the nature of the interaction.

In limited circumstances, Omni may collect sensitive information.

You can choose not to provide Omni with personal information, but this may affect our ability to provide some or all of the requested services. If you have concerns about the personal information requested, please let us know.

 

Visitors to Our Websites:

The handling of personal information for website visitors is discussed below.

 

How and Why Does Omni Collect and Use Your Personal Information?

Omni collects personal information reasonably necessary to conduct business, assess and manage client needs, and provide Omni Services. We may also collect information for administrative functions related to Omni Services, such as billing and contract management.

The purposes for collecting personal information depend on your interaction with us and may include recruitment and/or employment, responding to information requests, managing and administering programs, events, research, and development, among others.

We generally collect personal information directly from you and may also obtain it from other sources as expected.

 

 

HOW OMNI COLLECTS AND HOLDS PERSONAL MEDICAL INFORMATION

 

For Employees:

Information is primarily provided by employees through the application process, ongoing certification, and compensation-related documentation.

 

For Clients:

Information is initially provided through referrals and client consultations. Additional information may be obtained with the client's consent.

Collection, retention, and disclosure of medical information serve the purpose of managing employment-related matters or providing direct services.

 

Use and Disclosure for Administration and Management

Omni may use and disclose personal information for administrative, management, and operational purposes. This includes billing, quality improvement, statistical analysis, and responding to inquiries and complaints.

 

Other Uses and Disclosures

We may use and disclose personal information for other purposes as explained at the time of collection or as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

 

Does Omni Disclose Your Personal Information Overseas?

Omni is an Australian-based organisation. However, we may transfer personal information to countries outside Australia with compliance to applicable data protection and privacy laws and with the owner's informed consent.

Omni will take reasonable steps to protect personal information regardless of its storage location.

 

How Can You Access or Seek Correction of Your Personal Information?

Individuals have the right to request access to their personal information held by Omni, subject to certain exceptions permitted by law.

Omni will provide access to personal information upon request, typically within 30 days. Depending on the request's scope, reasonable costs may apply.

 

Freedom of Information Laws

Access to personal information contained in specific Omni documents may be available under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act). Instructions for accessing these documents are outlined in the FOI Act.