Nursing Post - Issue 7

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19 April 2010 - Issue 7

SPEND YOUR HOLIDAY IN HOSPITAL! If you’re looking for a working holiday with all the benefits, then Saudi Arabia is for you. And if you’re looking for a recruitment company with all the right support and advice, then Geneva Health International is for you.

Geneva Health works with professionally managed, well resourced healthcare facilities within Saudi Arabia to ensure that our candidates are able to enjoy all the benefits to be gained within this superb location, both professionally and personally.

Plus, with a tax-free income and the majority of your living expenses paid you can realistically save 85% of your income, enjoy a holiday lifestyle on your days off, have a fabulous social life with your friends from around the world and still come home with some great savings!

These are just some of the incredible benefits on offer: • Free flights • Bonuses and relocation costs (conditions apply) • 12 month contracts or longer if you want • Free medical insurance and emergency dental • Generous tax free salary • Internationally accredited hospitals • Generous annual leave • Free furnished accommodation • Work with a leading Healthcare Recruitment company

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Ahlan Wa Sahlan (Welcome, may you arrive as part of the family)

This Arabic translation corresponds to the warm hospitality the Middle Eastern people will provide upon your arrival in their country, encompassing an open reception and welcoming nature.

Geneva Health has an amazing variety of exciting health sector opportunities in the Middle East, ranging from the uniqueness of Saudi Arabia to the cosmopolitan United Arab Emirates. Our experienced Recruitment Consultants have just returned from one of their regular visits and have up-to-date information on working and living in this great location.

When considering relocating to this amazing part of the world; as well as generous tax free salaries, sign on bonus* and free accommodation, you will also be able to use this as a base to travel - imagine being only five hours from London, a few hours from the Mediterranean and more importantly to be earning the money to make this happen.

As one our recent candidates highlighted – “I was able to save A$48,000 in 12 months and still managed to get away to the UK, Malta, the USA and get back to New Zealand!”

Saudi Arabia is an awe inspiring exotic location. There are ancient markets (Souks) and other historical relics. The

capital Riyadh, rivals any modern city in the world in the splendour of its architecture and one of the fastest growing cities in the world! Jeddah, the wealthiest city in the Middle East, on the coast of the Red Sea, has many exciting and wondrous sights– go scuba diving through red coral reefs, or try camel racing across the desert.

The United Arab Emirates are modern and westernised. Dubai is known as the party capital of the Middle East, with casinos, nightclubs and a never-ending nightlife.

Abu Dhabi offers a slightly slower pace of life but still provides excellent recreation and social facilities, and is rapidly expanding. The desert oasis of Al Ain also offers a unique opportunity to see and experience more of this part of the world.

Take advantage of this once in a lifetime experience, go to www.genevahealth.com.au and look through the Middle East vacancies to see the fantastic opportunities awaiting you.

Maasalama Shokran

(Farewell with peace and Thank you)

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Issue 7 of the Nursing Post is here!

Our Congratulations goes to Carmel Seaman and the wonderful staff at Pingelly health Service for being our front cover winners again. The happy snap captures the wonderful staff getting into the spirit of things for Pink Ribbon Day! Here’s what Carmel had to say about their efforts for Breast Cancer fundraising: “We raised over $1000 having a morning tea, staff were involved in performing in a concert and staff donated prizes for the raffle. We had a fabulous time, looked really silly most of the time but we didn’t mind as it went to a great cause.”

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Well, we here at the Nursing Post realise the importance of ongoing education for nurses and health professionals to keep up to date with current advancements in patient care and treatment, as well as maintaining a sound knowledge base.

Lend your Support online to the Close the Gap campaign.

Turn to page 14 to find out how!

With that in mind, we urge all our readers to take a look at our Educational Courses, Conferences and Events section in this issue. Here you will find the latest courses, conferences and events pertaining to nursing and healthcare throughout Australia and New Zealand.

Next Publication Details: Issue: 8 Date: 3 May | Material Deadline: 26 April

Be sure to also check out the Indigenous Health section on page 14 and lend your support to Close the Gap.

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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.

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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.

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Where’s your place in the sun?

Hi everyone, Nurses often ask 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 there are really 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.

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. Saudi generally develops and runs its own hospitals, the best of which are world-class institutions.

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.

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.

was a revelation - she had become a charming, worldly woman full of enthusiasm and warmth, with a network of friends that stretched across the globe and 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?

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-in-a-lifetime opportunity and we’re proud to help nurses take it up and savour it.

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 mission is simple – to find for each of our nurses their particular place in the sun.

All the best

Chris Christine Kohleis RN Managing Director

A major impediment to further hospital growth in the Gulf is the shortage of good nurses.This means there are loads of great opportunities (see inside back cover for examples.)

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 easier.

Promesse (Contact: see inside back page)

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 to see them 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 we are most proud of are those who have achieved important personal goals or undergone a real personal transformation. One of our rather shy younger nurses had a great desire to travel. Seeing her after her Gulf experience

We’ll find it for you - in Arabia

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or many Australians, travelling to the UK is an exciting opportunity. There is history to explore, culture to soak up and new foods to try – not to mention the famed Great British weather!

a high level of physical support, for example for those who have severe mental or physical disabilities. Live-in care also provides comfort and reassurance for anyone who suffers from degenerative illnesses such as Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis or dementia.

Nicola Warner, Managing Director, Christies Care said; “Our clients are looking to maintain their dignity at home and live-in care helps them achieve this. We provide trained and compassionate care assistants who live-in with our clients round the clock, providing all the care and support they need.”

As a live-in care assistant you would provide companionship for your client and manage housekeeping duties such as cooking and cleaning For those clients who have more complex needs our care assistants work alongside community nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure the client has the right level of support to remain living at home, independently and safely.

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Why work for Christies Care? Working at Christies Care as a live-in

However, travel expenses and high living costs are preventing many Aussies from exploring the UK, despite the wealth of temporary employment opportunities for travellers.

One such company offering employment to those visiting the UK is Christies Care, a domiciliary care agency providing live-in care assistants for people needing full time care and support in their own homes.

As one of the UK’s largest live-in care agencies, there are a range of options for those looking for employment, whether you are looking for work on a short term basis or as a long-term career.

care is an alternative solution to a residential or nursing home. It offers individuals needing full time care and support, the option to remain living independently in their own homes, in comfortable, familiar surroundings.

Christies Care provides reliable trained care assistants for clients whose needs vary from simple companionship to those needing

care assistant can be a satisfying career path and is a good way to earn a regular income.

Many of our care assistants work with us on a short-term basis when travelling to the UK. “At Christies Care, it is our policy to offer a rewarding employment experience for all of our care assistants. Not only would you receive 8

free board and lodgings with your client, but in many cases you also receive food and transport costs.”

Nicola continued; “Working as a care assistant is a great way to earn a regular income when visiting the UK. Many of our care assistants work for us on a short term basis, and as our clients are spread across the country, it’s ideal for those wishing to travel across the UK.” “Our care assistants are given full support and training at our bespoke training centre, starting with a compulsory four-day induction course covering a range of topics including medication, continence management, nutrition and dementia and disability awareness. “ “We also encourage our care assistants to participate in advanced courses offering specialist knowledge, many of which lead to nationally recognised qualifications. “ “Our training centre is an accredited OCR centre for health and social care training,

and is a British Institute of Learning Disability (BILD) satellite training centre. In 2009 we were awarded the Training and Development prize in the Anglian Business Awards. “

How to become a care assistant at Christies Care?

If you are interested in working for Christies Care as a care assistant, visit our web site: www.christiescare.com where there is a downloadable application form for prospective care assistants. If there are any suitable vacancies, a representative from Christies Care will follow this up with a telephone interview to explore your experience, skills and motivation.

Nicola Warner added; “We have expertise in recruiting care assistants from Australia, so if you are interested in working with us, please get in touch with our local representative, based in Queensland who will provide further advice and information about life as a care assistant.”

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Far and away the rewards are with Queensland Health

“It’s one of the best moves I’ve ever made. My work is more varied and I have great autonomy, but I still have fantastic support of a closeknit team. I’ve seen nurses from agencies come out for a stint then stay on and live here.” Former Brisbane nurse Steven made the move to rural Queensland

Exciting rural and remote careers for experienced nurses and midwives: Nowhere else will you find the diversity, opportunity and lifestyle than working as a nurse or midwife in Queensland’s rural and remote communities. Whether you’re searching for a rewarding career change, or want a change of pace, Queensland Health offers incentives and pathways for experienced nurses and midwives to make the move.

Rural and remote packages can include:* ✔ Free or subsidised accommodation ✔ Up to $2500 in professional development allowances ✔ Bonus payments for each year of service ✔ Generous work penalty rates plus option to ‘buy’ additional leave ✔ Specialised training and education support provided. * Subject to terms and conditions of employment

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Preceptors of the year use their own experiences to guide graduate nurses “Having not been here long myself, I simply remembered what it was like for me to fit in and I just did my best to help the graduate feel like part of the team,” said Zelda.

“This is a lovely place to work, and we have a great team – I would stay here forever if I could!” she said.

Director of Nursing, Robyn Sutherland said graduate nurses at Murdoch started their career in a very supportive, nurturing and professional environment because of nurses like Zelda and Brooke.

“We have an outstanding team environment with highly skilled doctors, nurse managers, nurses and midwives who support each other and those new to nursing,” said Mrs Sutherland.

“In addition to this caring approach, Murdoch also promotes nursing as being a career with many pathways rather than being just a job,” she said.

Murdoch’s nurses and midwives are provided with a range of opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills to meet their career aspirations.

The hospital’s education and training programs include partnerships with a diverse number of state, national and international educational institutes; numerous comprehensive graduate and post-graduate programs; over 40 hospital based courses, seminars, workshops and study days; and more than thirty self-directed learning packages

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egistered Nurses, Zelda Herbst and Brooke Greay were recently recognised as St John of God Hospital Murdoch’s joint 2009 Preceptor of the Year for outstanding support and guidance to graduate nurses.

Brooke said her first-hand experience of the program as a graduate nurse at Murdoch four years ago helped her to be a positive influence as a preceptor.

She said, “I completed the 3 year graduate nurse program at Murdoch and felt being a preceptor was a great way to use my knowledge and experience to help our new graduates.

We provide support and guidance for graduates and students, but more importantly, we show them a model of nursing based on our values and culture that goes beyond technical nursing skills.”

She said, “There is a great vibe on the second floor and we have a great team – being a preceptor gives me the opportunity to pass on that culture to new nurses.”

Brooke’s manager Leonie McNeill said Brooke was the epitome of the ideal preceptor.

“She is enthusiastic and passionate with a great leadership style, and strong work ethic – these are the ideal characteristics to pass on to new nurses,” said Leonie.

Zelda Herbst has worked at the hospital for two and a half years and said she used her own experience to remember what would make it a comfortable and easy experience for the graduate nurse assigned to her.

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Tell us a touching, inspiring or any lifechanging experiences in your nursing career Share your travel experiences from nursing in exciting locations in Australia and Overseas Send in funny tales from the ward that happened to you, a nurse colleague or a patient you looked after

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Indigenous Health Post The Nursing Post urges it’s readers to lend their support to the Close the Gap campaign. Together we can end the Indigenous health crisis by taking actions online. You can make a difference today!

Take action online

• Join the Facebook Close The Gap group and post relevant news on the wall: www. facebook.com/group.php?gid=2444898506 • Add your hand to ANTaR’s online Sea of Hands http://seaofhands.antar.org.au/ • Sign GetUp!’s petition (57,154 have joined this campaign - help us get to 60,000): www.getup. org.au/campaign/CloseTheGap&id=28 • Write to the Government/Opposition - www. oxfam.org.au/explore/indigenous-australia/ close-the-gap

Pledge your support online

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5-8 May 2010 Cable Beach Club Resort, Broome, Western Australia

Conference partners The Rural Clinical School of Western Australia and Rural Health West invite you to the fourth annual Rural Clinical School conference and inaugural joint conference with Rural Health West (Building the Future of Rural Health). This conference will be held in collaboration with the Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Council and the Kimberley Division of General Practice. Recommended for nurse practitioners, nurses, practice nurses, nursing students, allied health practitioners involved in rural and regional health care

General Practice Position (To Commence in May 2010)

An exciting General Practice position is available within the South West Aboriginal Medical Service located at Bunbury WA in the spectacular South West of Western Australia.

The South West Aboriginal Medical Service is seeking a skilled and highly motivated team player to lead a flexible and innovative primary health care program in the region.

SWAMS is fully computerised & AGPAL accredited.

The GP will work within the SWAMS team to achieve key Primary Health Care goals and provide an appropriate mix of health services to the Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal population.

The successful applicant’s will work with a broad PHC team including experienced nurses and talented Aboriginal Health Workers. This core clinical team is supported by a range of allied health services such as drug & alcohol services, family violence services, health education and other social health programs.

Applicants should possess New Zealand or Australian registration, relevant medical qualifications, highly developed interpersonal skills, a commitment to culturally appropriate holistic primary health care, and an appreciation of community development principles.

An attractive package will be negotiated for the position including 6 weeks annual leave, relocation costs, comprehensive orientation and training, and rental assistance.

Any further queries about this position, please contact Quenten Jackson on (08) 9791 7666, Health Services Manager.

An application package can be obtained by telephone Michelle Munns on (08) 9791 1166 or e-mail on michellem@admin.swams.com.au Written applications addressing the Selection Criteria should be forwarded to SWAMSAC Attn: Michelle Munns, marked Confidential, PO Box 1444, Bunbury WA 6231; or sent to the above e-mail address.

Applications must be received by 5pm, Friday 30th April 2010

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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.

Cosmetic Science Surgical and Non-Surgical

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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.

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Vocational Graduate Certificate in Electrocardiograph (ECG) Interpretation

Post Graduate Program for Registered Nurses

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 available 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 available in any location in Australia. Participation in either Online Distance courses will attract CNE points as part of the RCNA Lifelong Learning Program

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Basic Footcare for RNs and ENs 2 Day Workshop 2010

The course will cover: • legal & professional issues • anatomy review • infection control & OH&S assessment • practice of cutting & filing nails on normal feet NB: This course does not replace or reduce the requirement for qualified podiatry services.

Book now places limited!

April Thursday 29 & Friday 30 NSW Nurses’ Association 43 Australia Street Camperdown – Sydney

Time: 9.00am to 4.30pm Members $203.00 Non Members $350.00 (Includes GST)

Refreshments & lunch provided

Visit: www.nswnurses.asn.au for registration form and further details REGISTRATION: Complete form and post to NSW Nurses’ Association, PO Box 40, Camperdown NSW 1450 or fax to (02) 9550 3667 ENQUIRIES: Metro: (02) 25 8595 1234 - Regional: 1300 367 962

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This two-day course is designed to equip nurses with the knowledge and skills for maintenance of healthy, functioning feet.

New Zealand

South Australia

NZNO Primary Health Care Nurses

Olympus Australia – SA Office

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Contact Lorraine Hogan

E: lorrainemhogan@gmail.com

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

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

Olympus Endoscope Workshop for Nurses

E: SABranchAdministrator@Olympus.com.au

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

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.

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

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

NZNO Women’s Health Section

RDNS Education Centre

Contact Caroline Eagle

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

E: caroline.eagle@hawkesbaydhb.govt.nz

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

Conference 2010: A Toast to Women’s Health

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.

Annual Competencies for Nurses

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.

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

Cost: $250.00 (incl. GST) Date: Wednesday, 19 May 2010 Venue: The RDNS Education Centre, 44 Greenhill Rd

Neonatal Nurses College Aotearoa (NZNO) Contact Tina Saltmarsh

The Asthma Foundation of SA

E: Tina.Saltmarsh@Waitematadhb.govt.nz

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

Waitemata District Health Board Special Care Baby Unit’s Neonatal Level 2 Conference * NEW

Eczema Workshop for Health Professionals

Protect, Resource, Optimise Protecting our babies; Resourcing ourselves and parents; Optimising care and outcomes

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.

Member: $85.00 Non-member: $95.00 Date: 30th April 2010 Venue: Lincoln Green Hotel and Conference Centre\

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

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

Basic Assessment & Support in Intensive Care

In MyDay

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

2010: International Year

of the Nurse

Basic Laparoscopic Training- BLT * NEW

This comprehensive one day introductory workshop for Nurses and Students who are either new to laparoscopic surgery or wish to refresh their skills in this interactive learning environment, focuses on the basic skills required for safe laparoscopic surgical practice. Training is provided using synthetic tissue models, laparoscopic trainer boxes as well as on state-of-the-art virtual reality laparoscopic trainers to maximise the quality of the learning outcomes..

The University of the Sunshine Coast extends a warm invitation to all, including past, present and prospective nurses, to join with us to celebrate our rich history and exciting future.

QLD Health: $230.00 Non-QLD Health: $290.00 Date: 20th May 2010 Venue: QH Skills Development Centre, Level 4 - Block 6

Saturday, 8 May 2010Admission is free

1-5 pm, Lecture Theatre 7 Ground Floor, Building C University of the Sunshine Coast

Mayo Healthcare

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

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

For more information about the program of events, time and venue, please visit the events calendar on the USC website www.usc.edu.au/events and go to “In my day: Celebrating International Nurses Day on 8 May”

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.

RSVP: to Tania Jacobini-Sheehy TJacobin@usc.edu.au OR 07 5456 5153

Cost: $154.00 Date: Thursday 22 April 2010 Venue: Novotel Brisbane, 200 Creek Street Please Note: This workshop is endorsed by APEC No. 060310260 as authorised by RCNA Continuing Nurse Education points 27

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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.

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Dear Colleagues,

The three themes of the 2010 conference are: • Innovation in Practice, • Leading the Way in Best Practice and • Partnership in Practice.

It is a celebration of what is contemporary and innovative in nursing and midwifery.

The “Passionate about Practice” conference features an exciting program of nursing and midwifery leaders. This year we are extending the program to include advances in practice, including practices in chronic disease, mental health, acute care, aged care, primary health care, Indigenous and rural and remote. The conference will also explore the future of nursing and midwifery with industry leaders and will provide an opportunity for you as an emerging leader to participate and share your ideas and vision.

Keep up the passion!

Pauline Ross Chief Nursing Officer Queensland Health Keynote presenters include: • Dr Maureen Coombs, Consultant Nurse Critical Care, Southampton General Hospital UK • Professor Rhonda Nay, Director, Institute for Social Participation, Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care • Julie McCrossin, Master of Ceremonies 2 day registration fee: $300.00 Website: http://iamevents.com.au/qh/passionateaboutpractice/index.php Phone for more information: (07) 3834 3333 This conference has been endorsed by Royal College of Nursing, Australia, according to approved criteria. Attendance attracts 20.5 RCNA Continuing Nurse Education (CNE) points as part of RCNA’s Life Long Learning Program (3LP) 29

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In the international year of the nurse, I have pleasure to welcome you to our third conference developed specifically for clinical nurses, midwives and leaders in all settings of health care.

Western Australia King Edward Memorial Hospital for Women

Princess Margaret Hospital for Children

Contact Department of Nursing and Midwifery Education and Research Ph: (08) 9340 1566 | Fax: (08) 9340 1590

Contact Department of Paediatric Nursing Education Ph: (08) 9340 8926

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Oncology

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

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

Paediatric Nursing Education via Teleconference 2010

Neonatal Resuscitation: Assessor’s Program

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Recommended for Health Professionals working with children in the Rural setting Costs: $150 per site (inclusive of ISDN call cost) Date: 25 May 2010 Venue: via Video conference

For registered midwives, in particular rural midwives, who have a keen interest in teaching resuscitation of the newborn in a hospital setting.

Public Sector Employees: $186.00 Others: $276.00 Date: 29 & 30 April 2010 Venue: DNAMER Tutorial Room, KEMH

The activities above has been endorsed on behalf of the RCNA according to approved criteria

Advanced Fetal Assessment * NEW

Tracheostomy Study Day

For the midwife or obstetrician who wishes to develop their skills in both intrapartum fetal monitoring and antenatal fetal assessment. As well as providing information and evidence, we give you the opportunity to develop your skills through workshops and formal assessment, providing a certificate of accreditation to those who successfully complete the course.

Public Sector Employees: $220.00 Others: $440.00 Date: 5 & 6 May 2010 Venue: Agnes Walsh Lounge, KEMH

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Health professionals who wish to improve and reinforce their knowledge in caring for children with tracheostomies. Topics may include but not limited to: Anatomy and physiology, Case studies, Basics of Bi-Level and CPAP ventilation, Communication and feeding issues, Parent perspective, Managing emergencies and Skills workshop, and much more.

Internal: $22.00 | External: $88.00 Date: Friday 14th May 2010 Venue: PMH, Roberts Road, Subiaco

Neonatal Resuscitation Program * NEW

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

For health professionals from multi-disciplinary backgrounds who are required to effectively manage aspects of emergency resuscitation in neonatal care. An interactive workshop based on the 2006 American Academy of Paediatrics and American Heart Association Neonatal Resuscitation Program exploring relevant fetal and neonatal physiology and theory and practice of neonatal resuscitation Others: $220.00 Date: Monday 17 May 2010 Venue: to be advised

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

The educational activities above has been endorsed

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ECU postgraduate nursing students see both! Broaden your skills and your horizons by undertaking an off-campus/online course in any of the following areas: Clinical Governance, Clinical Nursing, Dementia Studies, Healthcare Simulation Facilitation, Mental Health Nursing including Forensic, Community, Child and Adolescent Areas, Midwifery, Nurse Education, Nurse Led Telephone, Triage and Consultation, Nurse Practitioner, Occupational Medicine, Health and Safety, Paediatrics, Palliative Care, Practice Nursing, Preventive Medicine, Rural and Remote Mental Health or Women’s Healthcare. ECU has Commonwealth Government Supported places for many of these courses.

Victoria The Lung Health Promotion Centre

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

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.

Cardiovascular disease rehabilitation and prevention

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

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.

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

Cost: $1125.00 Date: 10 -14 May 2010 Venue: Graduate House, University of Melbourne 220 Leicester Street, Carlton

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Invitation to Attend Dear Colleague, I would like to warmly invite you to attend the Australian and New Zealand Society for Geriatric Medicine Annual Scientific Meeting in May, 2010. The theme for the meeting is “Frailty and End-of-Life Issues in the Older Person�. It is perhaps appropriate that the venue for the meeting is the Hyatt Regency Coolum, which is situated in the heart of one of the fastest growing populations of older people in Australia - the Sunshine Coast.

For all enquiries please contact: Ms Zareena Prinsloo, ANZSGM 2010 ASM Secretariat Telephone: +61 2 9431 8699 (main) +61 2 9431 8641 (direct) Facsimile: +61 2 9431 8677 Email: anzsgm2010@conferenceaction.com.au 33

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Victoria 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

E: shortcourse@mh.org.au

Contact Student Liaison Coordinator Tel: (03) 9536 5241 F: (03) 9536 5300

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.

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

Leg Ulcer Management

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

* NEW

This one day workshop will provide an opportunity to enhance assessment and management skills related to leg ulcer management.

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

Nursing in a Culturally Diverse Community

* NEW

Wound Care

Globalisation, migration and ease of travel have all contributed to an increasing need for nurses to provide care to diverse client populations. This course aims to assist nurses in the development of skills, knowledge and attitudes needed to provide culturally sensitive care to individuals and communities whose cultural backgrounds and beliefs may differ from their own.

This course provides Registered Nurses with the skills in caring for patients with acute or chronic wounds with evidence based holistic management. Topics include Anatomy and Physiology, Modes of wound healing, Wound assessment, Leg Ulcer aetiology and management, Pressure Ulcers, Wound Care products and Nutrition.

RDNS Staff: In-service External: $220.00 Date: Wednesdays 28 April & 5 May 2010

Anxiety Disorders: An Introduction

Contact Caroline Cooper-Blair on (03) 9342 7000 or send an email to caroline.cooper-blair@mh.org.au Melbourne Health: $70.00 | External: $170.00 Date: 22 June 2010 Register By: Friday 11 June 2010 Venue: Charles LaTrobe Theatre, Grattan Street, Parkville, 3052

* NEW

This one day workshop would enable participants to develop a basic understanding and appreciation of anxiety disorders in the community, particularly among RDNS’ clients and how to assist the clients with such conditions.

RDNS Staff: In-service External: $110.00 Date: Wednesday 26 May 2010 Please Note: Attendance at the above courses will attract CNE points as part of the RCNA Life Long Learning Program.

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This one day course provides all members of the multidisciplinary team with the opportunity to update skills and examine contemporary tracheostomy techniques. Topic includes Review of anatomy and physiology of head and neck, Role of the nurse, speech pathologist and physiotherapist in patient care, Respiratory management and humidification, Tracheostomy care from a neurological perspective, and Long term tracheostomy care.

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