Nursing Post - Issue 6

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5 April 2010 - Issue 6

Defence Health Opportunities

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Excellent hours Great career opportunities Competitive remuneration

Fantastic opportunities exist with the Department of Defence across Queensland. This is your chance escape the daily grind and look after the Defence Personnel that look after us.

Sonographer – Gallipoli Barracks, Brisbane We currently require an experienced Sonographer to work 2-3 days per week. Fantastic remuneration and work environment.

Registered Nurses – Gallipoli Barracks Brisbane and RAAF Base Amberley Seeking expressions of interest for suitably qualified and experienced General Nursing staff to work casual shifts.

Aviation Medicine Medical Officer – Oakey Air Base Rare opportunity for an individual with unrestricted registration with the QLD Medical Board coupled with Aviation Medicine qualifications. Excellent remuneration package on offer. 4 days per week.

Applicants for these roles must have Australian Citizenship in addition to unrestricted registration and a minimum of 2-5 years post graduate experience.

For more information on these exciting opportunities please contact: Ros Williams T: 1300 306 199 E: ros.williams@cmhealth.com.au

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Healthy Outcomes Through People

The College of Nursing Nurse Leaders Scholarship CM Health is proud to have “Affiliate” status with the College of Nursing.

Together with the College, the company have just launched a ground breaking program called the “Emerging Nurse Leaders Mentoring Program”. This will essentially see over 120 Nurses being supported by a full time Mentor assigned to them by the College to support their career growth and sector engagement as leaders amongst their peers. CM Health will support the program financially and also by utilising Chandler Macleod’s on-line competency mapping capability, to identify those candidates who best match the profile of a “Nurse Leader” as determined by Nursing’s luminaries. The goal of the program

is to retain and nurture some of the very best people in Nursing to create stronger leadership across the board in the future.

Why Defence Health?

CM Health knows the critical role that all Health professionals play within the Australian community at large.

This is especially so in supporting the activities of those people who are literally willing to change and even sacrifice their lives protecting us, our culture and freedoms. CM Health understand the challenges that can exist in some areas of Health and that great professionals are sometimes not fully appreciated.

This is not the case in the partnership that exists between Defence and CM Health! It is their goal to not

only provide good rates of pay but also a positive environment that is conducive to providing first rate Healthcare outcomes. CM Health appreciate and respect all their people and always work with the Defence facilities and commanders closely to support both the activities of their Healthcare team as well as those of the uniformed personnel.

Defence often operates in a more demanding environment that the average population so the level of Healthcare must reflect this. Hence they believe there are unique benefits for the best Health professionals in this challenging but rewarding opportunity. CM Health are the prime contractors to Defence Health in NSW, South QLD & ACT.

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CM Healthl............................................................... Inside Cover Aspen Medical......................................................... 3 Promesse . ............................................................... 4-5, 32-33 Hays Healthcare....................................................... 6, 11 Charm Health . ........................................................ 7 CCM Recruitment . .................................................. 8-9 RAHCS ..................................................................... 10 Quick & Easy Finance .............................................. 12 Continental Travel Nurse.......................................... 13 Smart Salary............................................................ 13 WACHS..................................................................... 14 Mediserve Nursing Agency..................................... 20-21, Back Cover

Welcome to Issue 6 of the Nursing Post!

Our Congratulations goes to Sheila Palermo and the wonderful staff at Amaroo Gardens Aged Care Facility for being our front cover winners for this issue!

The photo captures the happy bunch celebrating Melbourne Cup day 2009, and it’s nice to see that all involved had the customary hats and fascinators adorned!

Amaroo Gardens is a low care residential aged care facility owned and operated by Knox City Council. It offers 102 permanent bed places including respite for elderly residents of Knox, and are able to cater for the special needs of residents with dementia in their 18 bed secure special care unit.

Opportunities for Australian nurses in the USA

Amaroo Gardens is a Commonwealth government approved provider and has been accredited by the Aged Care Standards and Accreditation Agency, and offers a home-like residential care environment set in a well maintained garden and courtyard environment.

Turn to page 15 to read more

Well done Sheila on a great cover photo!

Well, we here at the Nursing Post realise what a great job nurses and health professionals do each and every day, and believe that it’s only fair that they should be rewarded for their efforts.

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With that in mind, we urge all our readers to take a look at our exciting new Lifestyle Section! In it you will find a range of offers and discounts, from pampered day spa retreats to great holiday deals just for nurses! This section will be featured each month, and we will endeavour to add more providers over the coming months, as well as more great deals for nurses throughout Australia and New Zealand...so go on, check it out and find a great deal now!

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We hope you enjoy this issue of the Nursing Post, as we continue to provide you with all the latest career and educational opportunities and exciting “nurses only” offers!

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current opportunities I Puckapunyal Health Centre Aspen Medical has been contracted by the Australian Department of Defence to provide all health services at the Puckapunyal Military Area (PMA), a major Australian Army training base situated near Seymour, Victoria, 100km north of Melbourne. The PMA has a permanent population of 1,100 personnel. The following positions are currently available:

Clinical Services Manager Aspen Medical is currently seeking an experienced health professional to fill the position of Clinical Services Manager at the Puckapunyal Health Centre. The position is responsible for the daily management of the facility and direct leadership and management of a large team of health professionals.

Appropriate tertiary qualifications in a relevant health profession and demostrated experience in the management of multi-disciplinary teams is essential.

Registered Nurses A number of experienced registered nurses (Div 1 & Div 2) are required to provide nursing and related services to Australian Defence Force personnel within a low dependency care environment at the Puckapunyal Health Centre.

Appropriate qualifications and unconditional professional registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria is essential.

Become part of Australia’s fastest growing company For more information contact:

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...’ to s e o g e b lo G n e ld o G e th d ‘... an ... King Abdulaziz Medical Cities!

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Hi everyone,

Where’s your place in the sun? a revelation - she had become a charming, worldly woman full of enthusiasm and warmth with a circle of friends that stretched across the globe and with travel stories from places we’d hardly heard of.

I get a real kick when I see one of our nurses stride into our offices while on holidays, looking like a new person, refreshed and confident and often dripping in gold – what is it about nurses and gold from the Gulf’s souks?

Nurses often ask me why I am so enthusiastic about the Arabian Gulf.

Well, that’s an easy one – I had such a fantastic time working there as a nurse that I want other nurses to have a similar experience. But to be less subjective, there are two main reasons. The incredible number and variety of opportunities means that we can find just about the perfect job for all our nurses. Secondly, it really can change your life.

The demand for healthcare services in the Gulf is growing rapidly due to population growth, a more affluent population seeking better healthcare and increasing rates of ‘lifestyle’ diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. Fortunately the Arabian Gulf states have the financial resources to invest in building and expanding their hospitals.

Working in Arabia is all about a chance to spread your wings while helping your finances and doing something really useful for people who really need your expertise. For many nurses this is a once-ina-lifetime opportunity and we’re proud to help nurses take up and savour that opportunity.

In Saudi Arabia, the rate of development of new hospitals is staggering- around 50 are currently on the go as well as major expansions of existing top class facilities. The scene there is so vibrant that I come back with renewed enthusiasm after every trip.

Saudi Arabia generally develops and runs its own hospitals, the best of which are really world class institutions. On the other hand, the UAE has established operating partnerships with some of the world’s finest healthcare institutions. From the USA, Johns Hopkins and the Cleveland Clinic and from Europe, Vienna Medical University each have contracts with key hospitals. While in smaller Qatar, plans are well developed for a fabulous new hospital complex that aims to meld the best US healthcare practice with home grown Qatari expertise.

These different operating philosophies can provide invaluable experience with different nursing practice systems.

Working in the Gulf is not for everyone. It can be quite difficult at first; you need grit to see you through the early days of your placement.

But many nurses grow to love it and to embrace the warm Arab hospitality. Nurses with an amazing variety of motivations and aspirations can and do have positively rewarding experiences there.

So, my job can be stated quite simply – to find for each of our nurses, their particular place in the sun.

All the best

Chris Christine Kohleis RN Managing Director Promesse (Contact: see inside back page)

A major impediment to further hospital growth in the Gulf is the availability of good nurses.This means there are loads of great opportunities (see inside back cover for examples.) As we all know, because the number of specialties and grades of jobs in nursing is so large, it’s often quite difficult to find a vacant position that matches your skills and experience, let alone your aspirations for promotion.

But in the Gulf, finding your perfect job is so much more feasible.

Many of our own nurses have done very well in terms of promotions and career development, at top rating hospitals offering world class nursing practice. It’s really gratifying for us to see our nurses developing their high level clinical or managerial skills, which benefits them over their entire career.

But it’s not just about high flyers and great promotions. Many of the nurses that we are most proud of are those who have achieved some important personal goals or undergone a real personal transformation. For example, one of our younger nurses was quite shy, but had a great desire to travel. Seeing her after her Gulf experience was

We’ll find it for you - in Arabia

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REGISTERED NURSES YOUR ARABIAN ADVENTURE AWAITS Working in the UAE is a fantastic way of broadening your horizons and enhancing your career potential with international experience. The UAE offers a unique experience with world class amenities, great shopping, beautiful beach resorts, desert safaris and many exciting attractions.

We have an abundance of opportunities in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Qatar for experienced Midwives and Specialist Registered Nurses including NICU, ICU, A&E, Paediatrics, Theatre and Dialysis.

You will benefit from a tax free salary, annual flight home, accommodation allowance, medical insurance and a generous leave allowance.

We pride ourselves on helping you make the transition as smooth and simple as possible. For further information and help planning your Arabian adventure please contact your local consultant.

Contact Karlee Heslip at karlee.heslip@hays.com.au or 07 3243 3043 or 0800 001 718 (free call NZ).

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My Middle East Adventure

by Zoe

Hi, my name is Zoe and I moved to Saudi Arabia last year. I am an emergency trauma nurse who always wanted to travel overseas and experience nursing in a foreign country.

I enquired through CCM and attended an information day which provided me with all the resources I needed to make my decision!

Travelling to the Middle East with the help of CCM has been one of the most amazing things I’ve done in my life. I received so much help, support and guidance; everything was outlined and prearranged for me such as accommodation, free flights and airport pickups. All of this has definitely contributed to my time so far being drama free and positive!

Once I got here though, it was a huge shock to the system and I heard a lot of other people’s experiences, some good and some not so good.

I took in everything I was told but decided I was definitely going to make this my journey based on my own experiences.

I really believe that to survive anything, anywhere, you have to be a person who is able to think outside the box, can cope with change and definitely embrace culture rather than scrutinise it. I’m taking the best out of every situation and I’m not just coping, I’m having a fabulous time. I have made so many friends and the social scene is huge. I barely have a minute to myself; there are compound events and embassy functions weekly.

I’m doing more than I would ever imagine doing back home.

There are so many benefits of travelling to Saudi Arabia; Financial, Vacations (it is so easy to travel), the Cultural Experience-something I won’t ever experience anywhere else in the world, the new Friendships and living the Expat Life. Nursing here is so different and everyday is challenging, rewarding, sometimes frustrating but at the end of it I just think ‘WOW’ I’m on the other-side of the world.

I hope this has helped anyone interested in travelling to the Middle East. I am so grateful I had the help of CCM. This is so far the most amazing, challenging, eye opening adventure of my life and it’s only the beginning.....the world is at my fingertips!

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Opportunities for Australian nurses in the USA

Neil Fredericks explores options for working in the USA with Thomas Simon from Euromedstaff

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he situation for international nurses interested to work in the United States certainly has changed over the last few years.The downturn of the economic situation in the United States has motivated many nurses educated in the US to return to the workforce, thereby reducing the need of many hospitals to rely on foreign educated nurses.

Immigrant visas for nurses with BSN degrees which were readily available until 2007 now require long wait times.

However, as the economy improves more and more hospitals in the US will once again face staffing shortages. Qualified Australian nurses interested to work in the States have access to E-3 visas created specifically for professionals from Australia interested to work in the US in a ‘specialty occupation’.

In this article we are going to explain the potential advantages of working as a nurse in the United States as well as the process to obtain a state nursing license. The process is similar in most states.

According to Thomas Simon, president of the Austin, Texas based recruiting firm European Medical Staffing, working in the United States can be a big boost to the career of an international nurse.

Unlike in Australia and many other countries around the world, nurses in the United States have a much higher level of decision making authority – and responsibility – over patient care.

Nurses in the United States are not simply assistants of physicians but play a much more

vital role in the healthcare system.

This allows nurses in the United States to advance and take their practice to levels not achievable for their counterparts in other Western countries. CNN/Money recently proclaimed that some specialty nurses can actually earn more than family doctors.

Nurses from Australia interested to work in the United States need a Bachelor of Nursing degree which is part of the requirements to qualify for the E-3 visa. Nurses with 5 years or more prior experience in adult critical care and ICU/NICU have the best chances of finding employment in the States.

Australian nurses need to obtain a state nursing license in the US state in which they will be employed. This requires a rather simple and straight forward step-by step process which includes the evaluation of the Australian nursing education as well as the NCLEXRN nursing exam. The entire process should take between 6 and 12 months.

Since 2005, European Medical Staffing has developed a system of international nurse recruitment that has proven very successful in Europe and is now being offered to nursing professionals in Australia. Says Simon: “A cornerstone of our business is to give nurses straight forward information so they can make an informed decision if a career in the United States is the right move for them. This article is meant to be the first step in this process.”

Simon stresses the

importance of working for a reputable US hospital which has a program in place to properly train and integrate Australian nurses into the US healthcare system as well as opportunities for continuous education. Otherwise, international nurses may never enjoy the full potential a nursing career in the United States has to offer.

European Medical Staffing places nurses in reputable US hospitals that recognize that integrating international nurses into their hospital system is as important for them as it is for the foreign educated nurse. Nurses will be employed by the hospital and enjoy all benefits such as health insurance the hospital offers to all its employees. Nurses will not sign a contract until they agree to work in a specific US hospital. European Medical Staffing reimburses Australian nurses US$1,500 for the initial expenses to obtain a Texas nursing license after they have been placed in a US hospital.

Looking towards the future, the recent passing of the healthcare reform bill in the United States certainly has eliminated some of the uncertainty about the future of healthcare in the US. While some US health care facilities had to cut staff or saw a decrease in patients due to a lack of medical insurance coverage the reforms put into place will hopefully help reverse this trend. This should translate into greater employment opportunities for well qualified, Australian educated nurses who choose to continue and advance their careers in the States.

If you want to find out more information about this article or how you can get to the USA, visit: www.euromedstaff.com today for details 15

Community Article

Midwifery a destiny since high school emotional it would be, and I knew at that moment that I was going to be a midwife.”

Rochelle began her formal education at Central TAFE in Mount Lawley training as an Enrolled Nurse, and in 2007, came to work at St John of God Hospital Murdoch.

“I gained so much experience from all the caregivers at Murdoch, while continuing to study. I eventually graduated as a Registered Nurse from Edith Cowan University in 2008 – but I wasn’t finished yet!” she said.

Rochelle enrolled in the St John of God Hospital Murdoch and ECU postgraduate midwifery course in 2009, and regards the experience as her toughest challenge.

“The course was really demanding, but with the support of St Mary’s Ward caregivers, (Midwifery Program Coordinator) Sue Bradshaw and all the midwives on St Marys, I made it through,” she said.

Rochelle was one of 5 graduates from the Post Graduate Diploma in Midwifery and one of 36 graduates from a range of post-graduate nursing courses who were recognised at the ceremony.

Since opening in 1994, the hospital has broadened and strengthened its education and training opportunities to a level which now includes partnerships with a diverse number of educational institutes including national and international organisations; comprehensive graduate and post-graduate programs; over 40 hospital based courses and study days; and more than thirty self-directed learning packages.

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n early exposure to midwifery while still a high school student, set St John of God Hospital Murdoch Registered Nurse Rochelle Whipp on a journey which recently resulted in being formally recognised as a Registered Midwife.

Rochelle was recognised as part of St John of God Hospital Murdoch’s 2009 Graduate Nurse and Graduate Midwife Certificate Presentation ceremony.

Rochelle said a ‘structured workbase learning program’ at high school allowed her to go into the workforce and experience potential careers first-hand.

“I chose midwifery and once a week plus two weeks full-time, I went to Woodside Maternity Hospital and observed midwives at work,” she said.

“I loved it so much, I stayed there for two years. I remember the first time I witnessed a birth – I had no idea how 16

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Leisure and Lifestyle

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Welcome to the Nursing Post ’s exciting new Lifestyle Section!

We will be featuring this section each and every month, and will continue to add to the list of providers and offers. We urge all of our readers to take advantage of the fantastic discounts and deals on offer.

We welcome suggestions from all of our readers as to what they would like to see featured in this section, and we will strive to find providers who can offer great “just for nurses” deals and discounts.

Remember, this section has been created just for nurses, to reward you for all the great work that you do each and every day, because it’s not just all about work, it’s about life!

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EDUCATIONAL COURSES, CONFERENCES & EVENTS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND WIDE........................ 24 OCEANIA UNIVERSITY ............................................................. 24 AUSTRALASIAN ACADEMY OF COSMETIC DERMAL SCIENCE.......................................................................................... 25 ARTICLE: (AACDS)....................................................................... 26 NEW SOUTH WALES................................................................ 28 AUSMED CONFERENCES ........................................................ 30 NEW ZEALAND.......................................................................... 32 NORTHERN TERRITORY......................................................... 32 SOUTH AUSTRALIA................................................................. 33 QUEENSLAND............................................................................ 34 3RD PASSIONATE ABOUT PRACTICE ................................. 35 APNA .............................................................................................. 36 ACORN ........................................................................................... 38 WESTERN AUSTRALIA .......................................................... 40 VICTORIA...................................................................................... 41 BAKER IDI DIABETES SYMPOSIUM ..................................... 41

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3rd International Nurse Education Conference

Australia & New Zealand Age Concern Pty Ltd

The Benchmarque Group

Contact Prue Mellor Ph: (03) 9576 7844 | Fax: (03) 9576 9811

Ph: 1300 855 568 | Fax: 1300 855 572 E: info@benchmarquegroup.com.au W: www.benchmarquegroup.com.au

E: info@ageconcern.com.au W: www.ageconcern.com.au

Vocational Graduate Certificate in Electrocardiograph (ECG) Interpretation

The course is based on practical knowledge and will provide students with the latest information on all types of dementia and skills in using internationally accepted assessment tools from which care plans can be developed.

Cost: $770.00 per person Time: 8 weeks, 2 sessions per week, each for 1½ hours.

The Graduate Cert in ECG Interpretation is essential learning for health care professionals working in areas where ECG Interpretation is required as part of a patient’s routine and emergency care. The course is designed to give the participant a high level of knowledge and skill in ECG interpretation and critical rhythm recognition

Dementia Program for Enrolled Nurses (Div 2)

Cost: $525.00 per person Time: Total Hours of learning - Approx 260 hours.

Professional nursing issues including an introduction to evidence based nursing, research and ethics, causes of delirium (acute confusion) nursing assessment and management and a host of other topics.

Please Note: This course is availble in any location in Australia. Participation in Online Distance course will attract CNE points as part of the RCNA Lifelong Learning Program

Cost: $440.00 per person Time: 5 weeks, 2 sessions per week, each for 1½ hours.

Please Note: This course is availble in any location in Australia. Participation in either Online Distance courses will attract CNE points as part of the RCNA Lifelong Learning Program

Your next logical step Become a physician

RN to MBBS Earn your MBBS at Oceania University of Medicine ~ Samoa

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Post Graduate Program for Registered Nurses

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Many of your duties are the same as a doctor, so why not gain the rewards Gain more knowledge, more autonomy and more recognition No need to uproot family and move from friends and support systems Continue working during first two years OUM graduates are eligible to sit for the AMC exam

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A New Qualification for Nurses in

Cosmetic Medicine and Dermal Therapies

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Australia’s leading educators in dermal therapies have now expanded to offer Australia’s first postgraduate qualification in Cosmetic Nursing.

Manish Shah from the Nursing Post talks to the Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science about this much needed and highly sought after qualification.

The Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science (AACDS) has been delivering education in the field of cosmetic medicine and dermal therapies to nurses and beauty therapists since 2004. The college and its qualifications have gained significant recognition from the key societies/ organisations in cosmetic medicine and beauty.

Course Content and Duration

After conducting a comprehensive industry consultation, AACDS selected specific units from the Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science and developed new units to make up the six core units in the Vocational Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Nursing. The following core units cover the key performance areas for Nurses working within the cosmetic medical practice and/or day hospital:

Originally, nurses undertook the same course as the beauty therapists, being the Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science. Nurses enrolling in the course, in particular RNs, often achieved recognition of prior learning for core units such as human biology and psychology. This, plus industry feedback, lead AACDS to develop and accredit a new course specifically for Registered and Enrolled Nurses.

Principles of Cosmetic Nursing

- This unit is specifically developed for Nurses as an introduction to the their role in cosmetic medicine, especially in a day hospital and theatre environment.

Lectures focus on the roles and responsibilities of the practice nurse, skin science, pre and post-operative care, theatre dynamics, infection control, day hospital accreditation standards and advanced resuscitation. This unit also provides foundation knowledge for students wishing to complete practical competencies in injectable procedures.

The Vocational Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Nursing is a government-accredited course, which focuses on the role of the RN and EN within a cosmetic medical practice and/or day hospital.

AACDS Medical Director, Dr Jayson Oates reports, “Although Nurses have the foundation skills as a health care professional, they lack the specific skills and knowledge to apply to the field of cosmetic medicine and surgery”. I’ve found that in-office training requires considerable time and resources.

The main goal of the Vocational Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Nursing is to provide cosmetic physicians and cosmetic/plastic surgeons with qualified, trained and work-ready staff. As regulatory requirements become more stringent and consumers more aware, a formal graduate certificate in cosmetic nursing is highly sought after both by Nurses and their employers. Dr Sharon Phillipson says, As president of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Medicine, I look forward to informing our members of the availability and benefits of this course and it’s graduates.

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to work in a cosmetic medical practice, this unit provides an in-depth knowledge of each cosmetic surgical and nonsurgical procedure. Lectures examine the indications, techniques, complications and recovery involved in common cosmetic surgical and nonsurgical procedures and will also discuss the analysis of facial and body assessment.

Lectures are presented

by Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeons and incorporate DVD presentations of live surgery.

Dermal Science Theory

Dermal Science Theory provides comprehensive learning in relation to the most commonly performed dermal therapies. This unit is comprised of 2 modules;

Module 1: Epidermal Resurfacing Techniques covers chemical peeling, microdermabrasion, skin needling, litigation and insurance issues and written/ photo documentation.

The learning in Dermal Science Theory is further reinforced with a DVD pack demonstrating skills development in all dermal therapies.

Dermal Science Practical

Dermal Science Practical is a hands-on unit in which students transfer their theoretical knowledge into clinical practice. Comprised of three competency units, student achieve competency through performing a required number of treatments (case studies) in the 3 grades of microdermabrasion, AHA peels, Jessner’s Peels, superficial TCA peels, IPL photo rejuvenation and IPL permanent hair reduction.

These competencies ensure

to the medispa concept Manage a Practice and Ensure Team Effectiveness. Students will be able to apply these skills to the management and administration of a cosmetic medical practice, beauty salon, day spa or the establishment of their own clinic.

Cosmeceutical Science (Elective unit)

Introduction to Injectables (Optional unit for RNs only)

Cosmeceutical science will significantly enhance the Nurse’s knowledge of overthe-counter cosmeceuticals and prescription pharmaceuticals used in dermatology. This knowledge is beneficial in order to effectively treat common skin concerns and complement cosmetic surgery and/or dermal therapy procedures.

This optional unit will provide Doctors and RNs with an opportunity to learn the theoretical and hands-on skills required to inject BOTOX( and dermal fillers within the appropriate doctor supervised setting. The two-day training course is conducted and sponsored by industry leaders Allergan. Students will be required to perform BOTOX( and JUVERDERM( injections to obtain an internationally recognised industry certificate.

This unit provides an evidence-based approach to specific cosmeceutical ingredients as opposed to branded formulas.

The course runs for a sixmonth period on a full-time basis or twelve months on a part-time basis. Course coordinator April Jorgensen comments, “We’ve found the course duration allows us to deliver a comprehensive and relevant curriculum whilst providing a realistic timeframe and study schedule for most Nurses”.

Flexible Online Training

AACDS specialises in online education for all their qualifications. As a postgraduate course, all students are either working, raising a family or both.

Therefore, course delivery must be highly flexible. All theoretical units are delivered via online audio and visual lectures, with the practical units available as a 10 to 14-day block (depending on past experience), which is delivered in Perth or Sydney.

In addition to convenient online lectures, students can nominate the number of units they wish to study per 16-week semester. Busy Mums and/or those working full-time can chose to study only 1 or 2 units per semester. Whereas, those more eager to complete their studies in a shortest timeframe, can study up to 5 units concurrently.

Practice Management and Administration (Elective unit) Managerial and administration skills are an important asset to have in any small business environment and is a skill highly sought after by potential employers.

If you more information on the courses in this article, please contact the Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science on (08) 9382 4788 or visit: www.aacds.edu.au

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Module 2: Light-Based Therapies - focused on the clinical practice of IPL, though lecture topics also encompass laser, radiofrequency, infrared and LED technology. In addition to the essential underpinning knowledge of laser and light physics, this module includes an IPL/ Laser Safety Officers Certificate approved by QLD Radiation Health and the Radiological Council of WA.

students develop a high standard of technique whilst maintaining a strong focus on hygiene and safety.

All practical workshops take place with only two students per trainer/assessor, ensuring a quality-learning environment and exclusivity to equipment.

New South Wales The Australian Association of Gerontology (NSW Division)

Australian College of Emergency Nursing Contact ACEN Tel: (02) 9629 8688 Fax: (02) ] 9629 8488

Contact East Coast Conferences Tel: 1300 368 783

E: admin@acen.com.au W: www: acen.com

E: Jayne@eastcoastconferences.com.au W: www.aagruralconference.com

ENPC - Emergency Nurse Paediatric Course * NEW

Trauma is the leading cause of death in children.

However, acute illness is also a source of unnecessary paediatric death. While national attention has recently focused on the standardisation of trauma care, less effort has been made to standardise emergency paediatric care.

2010 AAG Rural Conference

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The theme for the conference is ‘Ageing at home: sustainable housing and communities for older people’.

AAG Members: $295.00 Non Members: $395.00 Date: 15 & 16 April 2010 Venue: Ballina RSL Club, Ballina

ACEN Members: $605.00 Non Members: $660.00 Date: 1 & 2 May 2010 Venue: Wagga-Wagga

Nepean Institute of Critical Care Education and Research (NICCER)

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

Contact NICCER - FOCUS Tel: (02) 4734 2490 Fax: (02) 4734 3134

Contact Lyn Hyde-Jones, NP Tel: (02) 4962 7000 E: jonesl@email.cs.nsw.gov.au

E: hannanl@niccer.org.au W: www.niccer.org.au

The Evolution of Nursing…Your Generation * NEW

FOCUS: Critical Care Transthoracic Echocardiography and General Ultrasound

The RPA Hospital CNC and NP Group warmly invite all nurses to attend a Nurses’ Professional Day. Keynote Guest Speaker is The Hon Michael Kirby along with a number of Professor’s from the University of Sydney.

FOCUS is an introductory two day course to Critical Care Transthoracic Echocardiography and General Ultrasound. If you are working in the critical care setting (emergency or intensive care) and are new to ultrasonography, you will find this course extremely useful. Suitable for Health care providers (nursing and medical) working in acute care environments (ICU, ED, Cardiology, Anaesthetics etc) and beginers.

RSVP: Thursday 1 April 2010 Date: Thursday 22 April 2010 Venue: Kerry Packer Education Centre.

Missenden Road, Camperdown, NSW, 2050

Cost: $825.00 Date: 17-18 April 2010 Venue: Grand Swiss Hotel, Bondi

Mayo Healthcare

Contact Susan McGuire Ph: (02) 8337 7937 | Fax: (02) 9700 9422

E: vdauner@mayogroup.com.au W: www.mayohealthcare.com.au

Alzheimer’s Australia NSW

Contact Kim Wilson Tel: (02) 4962 7000 E: hunter@alznsw.asn.au

Essentials of Intra Aortic Balloon Pump

* NEW

Comprehensive theoretical & practical training suitable for clinicians wanting to advance their knowledge and application of Intra Aortic Balloon Pump therapy

Understanding Dementia * NEW

This session looks at what dementia actually is and examines the different causes of the condition. It also looks at the differences between delirium, depression and dementia as the causes of confusion in older people.

Cost: $350.00 RSVP: 19 April 2010 Date: 28-29 April 2010 Venue: Mercure Hotel Sydney Airport,

Cost: $40.00 Date: Thursday 29 April 2010 Venue: Hunter Dementia & Memory Centre

20 Levey Street, Wolli Creek

Please Note: This workshop is endorsed by APEC No. 060310260 as authorised by RCNA Continuing Nurse Education points

2 Percy Street Hamilton

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Otorhinolaryngology Head & Neck Nurses Group Inc

Contact San College of Education Tel: (02) 9487 9211 F: (02) 9487 9215

Contact Tracey Nicholls

E: education@sah.org.au

E: Tracey.nicholls@health.sa.gov.au W: www.ohnng.com.au/national_conference

Cancer Care Workshop

14th National Conference

This professional development workshop is designed for Registered Nurses and Health Care personnel working with cancer patients in an acute care setting.

We would like to invite you to attend our 14th National Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Nurses meeting.

ASOHNS 60th Diamond Jubilee National ASM, runs concurrently with our meeting and like always we are fortunate to share the surgical scientific sessions and have the opportunity to hear the invited International presentations and key note address

SAH Staff: $60.00 External: $30.00 Date: Wednesday 31 March 2010 Venue: Training Room, San College of Education

Cost: see website for details Date: 28-30 March 2010 Venue: Conference & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour

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New Zealand

Northern Territory

NZNO Primary Health Care Nurses

Australian College of Emergency Nursing

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Contact Lorraine Hogan

E: lorrainemhogan@gmail.com

Contact ACEN Tel: (02) 9629 8688 Fax: (02) ] 9629 8488

Conference 2010 Changing Face “Revolutionising the face of Primary Health Care “

TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course

E: admin@acen.com.au W: www.acen.com.au The magnitude of trauma as a national and international problem is documented by data that identifies injury as being the primary cause of death in persons under age 45. Trauma nursing as a discipline refers to the process and content of all the different roles nurses have in the care of the trauma patient.

Knowledge is the core of any discipline. The purpose of TNCC is to present core-level knowledge, refine skills, and build a firm foundation in trauma nursing. This is an internationally recognised program for registered nurses.

The purpose of this conference is to bring Primary Health Care nurses together and promote collaboration across the Primary Health Care Sector.This conference will provide the opportunity to present and discuss the successes, opportunities, challenges and obstacles that we all face in Primary Health Care

Date: 25 – 27th June 2010 Venue: Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre, Auckland

ACEN Members: $605.00 Non Members: $660.00 Date: 22 & 23 May 2010 Venue: Alice Springs

NZNO Respiratory Nurses Section Contact Tessa Cate: (04) 4948 231

E: ncorna@middlemore.co.nz

Winds of Change “Making Respiratory Nursing Visible”

Alzheimer’s Australia NT Inc

Easy listening in the Manawatu for all Respiratory Educators, Nurses and other interested health professionals during this turbulent economic climate.

Contact Education Support Officer Tel: (08) 8948 5228 Fax: (08) 8948 5229

Date: 14 April 2010 Cost: $75.00 Venue: Education Centre, Palmerston North Hospital

Dementia Care Essentials for Aged Care

E: admin@alzheimersnt.org.au

E: caroline.eagle@hawkesbaydhb.govt.nz

The Dementia Care Essentials course CHCAC15A “Provides care support which is responsive to the specific nature of dementia” is Nationally Accredited training, and is a core module of Certificate III in Aged Care Work. This training course is for health care professionals, aged care/respite workers wishing to update their skills and new workers to this field.

Conference 2010: A Toast to Women’s Health

Dates: 13-16 April 2010 Venue: Tennant Creek Training Centre

NZNO Women’s Health Section Contact Caroline Eagle

The conference is a great opportunity to celebrate the wonderful work carried out by health professionals committed to the health of women in New Zealand and we hope that you will take the opportunity to join us.

Member: $375.00 Non-member: $400.00 Register By: 15 April 2010 Date: 22–24 April 2010 Venue: Napier War Memorial Conference Centre Marine Parade, Napier

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South Australia RDNS Education Centre

The Asthma Foundation of SA

Contact The Education Centre Ph: (08) 8208 5300 | Fax: (08) 8208 5311

Ph: (08) 8238 9300 | Fax: (08) 8238 9303 E: info@asthmasa.com.au | W: www.asthmasa.com.au

E: education@rdns.org.au W: www.rdnseducation.edu.au

Respiratory Management Course for Health Professionals (3-day)

Annual Competencies for Nurses

The Respiratory Management Course for Health professionals has been designed to improve knowledge and understanding of the management of Asthma and other respiratory diseases such as COPD, Cystic Fibrosis and Sleep Apnoea.

Cost: $635.00 (incl. GST) Date: 7 - 9 April 2010 Venue: Women’s and Children’s Hospital

Cost: $250.00 (incl. GST) Date: Wednesday 21 April 2010 Venue: The RDNS Education Centre, 44 Greenhill Rd

COPD Workshop for Health Professionals

This workshop examines the clinical features, diagnosis and management of COPD, including pharmacological management and nebuliser usage. It also includes a practical introduction to performing and interpreting spirometry.Participants are encouraged to bring along their own spirometer to maximise transference of skills.

Olympus Australia – SA Office

Contact Branch administrator Ph: (08) 8276 1760 | Fax: (08) 8277 4673

Cost: $195.00 (incl. GST) Date: Friday 23 April 2010 Venue: Education Development Centre, Milner Street,

E: SABranchAdministrator@Olympus.com.au

Olympus Endoscope Workshop for Nurses

Hindmarsh

This intensive programme covers care and maintenance, cleaning and disinfection of gastroscopes, colonoscopes, bronchoscopes and endoscopic accessories. This programme also covers the history of endoscopy, structure and function of endoscopes and includes hands on demonstrations.

Eczema Workshop for Health Professionals * NEW

This workshop has been designed to educate health professionals how to manage eczema in the clinical setting. It covers physical processes, clinical features, care plans and current principles of therapy. A ‘hands-on’ approach is taken to become familiar with how to apply the various treatments used in eczema management, including wet wrapping and emollient therapy.

Cost: $95.00 (incl. GST) Date: Tuesday 27 April 2010 Venue: Balyana Conference Centre, Clapham

Cost: $65.00 (incl. GST) Date: 28 May 2010 Venue: Asthma Foundation of SA, 300 South Road, Hilton.

Please Note: These courses have been endorsed by APEC No 080116003 as authorised by (RCNA) according to approved criteria and attracts RCNA CNE points as part of RCNA’s Life Long Learning program (3LP).

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An all-in-one-day event for nurses to ensure all mandatory competencies are up to date. Covering updates to all the common mandatory occupational competencies this workshop offers you an opportunity to bring your employment essentials into one place, on one day. Our free managed service will also remind you when it’s time to update your competencies each year.

Victoria

Queensland

The Lung Health Promotion Centre

QLD Health Skills Development Centre

Contact Sue Reiff Ph: (03) 9076 2382

Ph: (07) 3636 6500 | Fax: (07) 3636 6501 E: SDC-Admin@health.qld.gov.au W: www.sdc.qld.edu.au

Managing COPD “There is something you can do! “

Frontline Communications

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This holistic course is for health professionals who wish to improve their understanding of and update their knowledge in, the current treatment and management of COPD. Lectures will be delivered by a range of experts in the field of COPD management.

Good communication is a fundamental building block in providing good patient care. Yet healthcare communication is almost always time-pressured, and different communication styles can create very different impressions. This course emphasises the power of non-verbal communication, and uses facilitated discussion and real-life examples for participants to explore the issues and find solutions for themselves.

Cost: $480.00 Date: Monday 19 - Tuesday 20 April 2010 Venue: AMREP Education Centre, The Alfred Hospital

Respiratory Course

* NEW

QLD Health: $154.00 Non-QLD Health: $198.00 Date: 6 April 2010 Venue: QH Skills Development Centre, Level 4 - Block 6

This comprehensive two part, 5 day course, is for health professionals currently working in or wishing to work in the area of respiratory medicine. The course takes a holistic approach to working with patients with respiratory illness to best manage their conditions.

This is a 5 day course run in two parts - 3 days (Part A) then 2 days (Part B). The two parts are run within 6 weeks of each other.

Basic Assessment & Support in Intensive Care

This international course is designed for Nurses who have little experience in intensive care but who are called to assist in the management of critically ill patients. The 3 day program consists of lectures, skill stations and simulations with an emphasis on the supportive management of critically ill patients. Airway management, respiratory failure, shock diagnosis and management, trauma, management of metabolic derangements and transport of the critically ill are reviewed by Senior Intensive Care clinicians.

Cost: $875.00 Part A: Wednesday 21 - Friday 23 April 2010 Part B: Wednesday 26 - Thursday 27 May 2010 Venue: AMREP Education Centre, The Alfred Hospital Please Note: Attendance at the above courses will attract CNE points as part of the RCNA Lifelong Learning Program.

QLD Health: $750.00 Non-QLD Health: $800.00 Date: 28 - 30 April 2010 Venue: QH Skills Development Centre, Level 4 - Block 6

Heart Research Centre

Contact Emma Llewelyn Ph: (03) 9326 8544 | Fax: (03) 9326 5066

E: emma.llewelyn@heartresearchcentre.org W: www.heartresearchcentre.org

Mayo Healthcare

Cardiovascular disease rehabilitation and prevention * NEW

E: smcguire@mayogroup.com.au W: www.mayohealthcare.com.au

Contact Susan McGuire Ph: (07) 3847 9089 | Fax: (07) 3847 9035

The course addresses both theoretical and practical aspects of cardiac rehabilitation and secondary prevention programs. Sessions will be delivered by a multidisciplinary team of expert facilitators including a cardiologist, nurse, physiotherapist, dietitian and social worker. The course teaches practical skills to assist metropolitan and rural practitioners to implement, conduct and evaluate rehabilitation and prevention programs.

Choices and Challenges with Central Venous Access Devices (CVADs)

The goal of this comprehensive workshop is to promote excellence in management of all types of CVAD’s through exploration & integration of theory and clinical practice.

Cost: $154.00 Date: Thursday 22 April 2010 Venue: Novotel Brisbane, 200 Creek Street

Cost: $1125.00 Date: 10 -14 May 2010 Venue: Graduate House, University of Melbourne

Please Note: This workshop is endorsed by APEC No. 060310260 as authorised by RCNA Continuing Nurse Education points

220 Leicester Street, Carlton

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A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY FOR PRACTICE NURSES The Australian Practice Nurses Association (APNA) will hold their 2nd Annual Conference at the Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast from May 6-8 this year.

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The conference follows on from the success of the inaugural conference at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne in 2009.

APNA’s focus for the 2010 Conference is to inspire practice nurses to embrace the Golden Opportunities that will be coming in a reformed primary health care system.

The conference will: • • • •

Challenge nurses and other stakeholders to learn new skills in a range of areas Provide access to a range of motivating and thought provoking speakers Allow nurses to learn from each other about great models of care and ways of doing business Create an environment where delegates enjoy themselves immensely and network extensively

APNA’s vision for the future is that practice nurses will, by 2010: • • • • •

Be recognised as professional members of collaborative teams with a key role in the management of patient health underpinned by evidence-based practice Be respected as qualified and accountable members of an appealing specialty of the nursing profession Be well remunerated while contributing to the economic viability of health care Experience high levels of job satisfaction while enjoying a rewarding career path Have a voice in determining health policy supported by an active role in contributing to and conducting research

The APNA Conference Committee is particularly thrilled to have Deborah Davies as one of the conference key note speakers.

Deborah is a practice nurse from New Zealand who has been closely involved in their primary health care reform and will share her experiences of the evolving role of the practice nurse within it.

Deborah Davies

For full details, visit www.apna.asn.au/conference or phone the Conference Organisers on 03 5977 0244 36

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W estward Bound BUILDING A STRONG FUTURE

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14th National Conference: PERTH, Western Australia

19-22 may

ACORN

2010

Perth Convention Exhibition Centre

Don’t miss this exciting event for Perioperative Nurses and their partners in industry including universities, public and private organisations and other allied health professionals.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

Outstanding Invited Speakers Prestigious Judith Cornell Oration Health Partners’ Exhibition - 120 plus stands Conference Dinner - ‘Jewels of the West’ fOR MORE INfORMATION CONTACT: Promaco Conventions Pty Ltd Ph: 08 9332 2900 Fax: 08 9332 2911 Email: promaco@promaco.com.au

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INVITATION FROM THE CONFERENCE CONVENOR and high quality of papers submitted, as well as the posters presented. We are conducting workshops encompassing various aspects of Perioperative Nursing and will be holding sessions for Special Interest Groups. This will enable you to have the opportunity to network with colleagues having similar interests.

The investiture of Fellows will precede the prestigious Judith Cornell Oration on the Thursday afternoon. The Orator is a Perioperative Nurse who has made an outstanding contribution to Perioperative Nursing in Australia.

The theme for the ACORN 2010 Conference is “Westward Bound - Building a Strong Future”, reflecting on the host State of Western Australia which is the backbone of our pastoral, mining and industrial industries.

Without these industries, we have no future.

Without challenging the boundaries of Perioperative Nursing, we have no future. It is important that Perioperative Nurses identify, develop and extend their knowledge bases and expand their social networks. Attendance at this Conference is certain to achieve this!

Following these proceedings, there will be the official opening of the Trade Exhibition and Cocktail Party. Our Medical Industry Partners have supported our Conference and for this we are extremely grateful. We have over 120 stands, so please take time to visit the Exhibition and explore new technologies.

Whilst it is not all work, there will be the opportunity to play! Come and join us at the Dinner to be held in the Ballroom. The theme of the Dinner is “Jewels of the West.”

We encourage you to come dressed for an evening of fun! During the Dinner we will be presenting the Excellence in Perioperative Nursing Award. Once the official proceedings of the evening are completed, this will give our delegates the chance to party in the Wild, Wild West!

Keynote Speakers include Professor Mary Chiarella (Chair of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council and Professor of Nursing, University of Sydney), Professor Bruce Barraclough (President of the International Society for Quality in Health Care and Chair of the NSW Clinical Excellence Commission) and Dr Charlie Teo (Neurosurgeon, philanthropist and Director of the Centre of Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery). We are fortunate to have these keynote speakers who will provide us with a depth of knowledge and experience.

I look forward to meeting you at the 14th National ACORN Conference.

I am sure there will be something of interest for all Perioperative Nurses whether beginning Practitioners or advanced. I am extremely pleased with the large number

So let’s go west and see you in Perth!

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EDUCATIONAL COURSES, CONFERENCES & EVENTS

It gives me great pleasure to invite you to join us at the14th National Conference and Exhibition of the Australian College of Operating Room Nurses, to be held at the Perth Convention Centre which is situated on the banks of the Swan River and within close proximity to the centre of Perth.

Western Australia King Edward Memorial Hospital for Women

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Enrolled Nurse Paediatric Medication Competency Module

EDUCATIONAL COURSES, CONFERENCES & EVENTS

Oncology

The patient’s journey through endometrial cancer. For health professionals working with women. Topics will include: At risk groups, Screening. Treatments, Survival and ongoing care, Psychosocial wellbeing, Sexuality & sex after surgery and A consumer’s perspective Public Sector: $44.00 | Others: $88.00 Date: Tuesday 27 April 2010 Venue: Lecture Theatre, KEMH

This course is for Enrolled Nurse who have a recognised medication competency or TAFE certificate who wish to be deemed competent in medication administration in the paediatric setting Internal: No Charge | External: $88.00 Date: Wednesday 14 April 2010 Venue: Staff Development Centre 6th Floor, Hay Street Building This educational activity has been endorsed by APEC no. 04082729 as authorised by the RCNA according to approved criteria.

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The educational activities above has been endorsed

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Nurses and all health care service staff as a prerequisite for CPR instructor, manual handling train the trainer and preceptorship, and for anyone involved in workplace education and training Internal: $44.00 | External: $176.00 Date: Tuesdays 18 & 25 May 2010 Venue: PMH, Roberts Road, Subiaco

Resuscitation: Paediatric Life Support (Accredited with APLS Aust/NZ) * NEW

This course focuses on a systematic approach for the first ten minutes of management of the seriously ill/injured child as per Advanced Paediatric Life Support Aust and NZ. Internal: $125.00 | External: $200.00 Date: 21 May 2010 Simulation session: 26 May 2010 Venue: Staff Development Centre 6th Floor, Hay Street Building The activities above has been endorsed on behalf of the RCNA according to approved criteria

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Royal District Nursing Service (RDNS) Helen Macpherson Smith Institute of Community Health

The Royal Melbourne Hospital

E: getinfo@rdns.com.au W: www.rdns.com.au Venue: RDNS Head Office, 31 Alma Road, St Kilda

Breathe Easy: A Multi-disciplinary Approach to Tracheotomy Management

Contact Short Course Administration Ph: (03) 9342 4981 | Fax: (03)9342 4970

it’s more than glucose control

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This course has been designed to develop nurses’ knowledge and skills in the care of clients with urinary and faecal incontinence. Pre-reading of learning package Anatomy and Physiology (urinary system and large bowel) is required.

RDNS Staff: $410.00 External: $440.00 Date: Mondays 12, 19 April, 3 & 10 May 2010 This one day workshop provides an opportunity for participants to gain an increased understanding and appreciation of dietary management and issues for clients with diabetes.

Contact Tania Taylor on (03) 9342 7000 or send an email to tania.taylor@mh.org.au Melbourne Health: $70.00 | External: $170.00 Date: 6 May 2010 Register By: Friday 23 April 2010 Venue: Function and Convention Centre, Seminar Romm 1 & 2, RMH, Grattan Street, Parkville, 3052

RDNS Staff: In-service External: 110.00 Date: Thursday 22 April 2010

Advanced Haematology

Diabetes: dietary assessment & management

The Advanced Haematology Short Course was developed to meet the learning needs of nurses caring for patients with a diversity of haematological disorders. It is an expectation that participants in this program be familiar with the anatomy and physiology of Red and White blood cells and that of platelets.

These topics will only be briefly discussed. To help facilitate your learning, a number of pre-readings will be available to you.

Please Note: Attendance at the above courses will attract CNE points as part of the RCNA Life Long Learning Program.

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Contact Jo-Anne Martin on (03) 9342 7000 or send an email to joanne.martin@mh.org.au Melbourne Health: $110.00 | External: $270.00 Date: 3 & 4 May 2010 Register By: Friday, 16 April, 2010 Venue: Charles LaTrobe Theatre, RMH, Grattan Street, Parkville, 3052

W: www.rcna.org.au/development/sa_expo

Friday 7 May 2010 Sofitel Melbourne 25 Collins Street, CBD

VIC Nursing and Health Expo

Meet with Australia’s leading nursing and health organisations at the Royal College of Nursing, Australia Nursing and Health Expo in Adelaide, VIC. Australia’s leading nursing and health expo gives you the opportunity to find out about all your options in the world of nursing

Cost: Entry by gold coin donation (optional) Date: 18 April 2010 Venue: Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton

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