Presentation to include update on AHC community acquired malnutrition project, how to use screening tools and useful resources for malnutrition management Finger food provided Limited places available, RSVP to jessica.ausma@health.wa.gov.au by COB 13/8/21 to reserve your place For further details contact Jessica Ausma, 98928206
Building blocks to a successful rural career The rural Career Planning Workshops have been developed to assist health professionals establish a career path and identify opportunities to build a successful career in rural Western Australia. These free, one-day workshops will be useful for all health professionals, including medical practitioners, nurses, midwives and allied health practitioners, providing practical knowledge and skills that can be used to develop personal career goals and plans. Throughout the workshop participants will be considering: Personal values and motivation. Personality types and working with others. The importance of self-care. Exploring short, medium and long-term goals. Understanding career development,...
Tuesday 31st August 2021, 07:00-08:00 pm AEST (5pm WST) Live and recorded, free Zoom webinar Speakers: Melissa Chapman – Facilitator (NPS MedicineWise) A/Prof Ralph Audehm – GP (University of Melbourne) Prof Andrea Driscoll – Nurse practitioner (Deakin University) Dale Richardson – Pharmacist Grace Castro – Person living with heart failure Register on the following link: https://www.nps.org.au/cpd/activities/heart-failure-how-a-team-approach-can-optimise-patient-care
Best practice cognitive impairment and dementia care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples attending primary care This first webinar is aimed at General Practitioners. Join Dr Mary Belfrage and Professor Constance Dimity Pond as they give an overview of best practice principles in the detection and management of cognitive impairment and dementia, focusing on the cultural context of addressing the needs of older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their families, carers and communities. Objectives Describe best practice clinical and cultural aspects of the detection and management of cognitive impairment and dementia for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples...
An Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) accredited course, this two day program aims to teach the theory and practical skills to effectively manage cardio/respiratory arrest, peri-arrest situations and special circumstances, and to prepare senior members of a multidisciplinary team to treat the patient until transfer to a critical care area if possible. The course focuses on achieving advanced resuscitation competencies and is also designed to develop leadership and team skills in managing such emergencies. Course Content: Recognition, assessment and management of the deteriorating patient using a structured ABCDE approach Treat cardiac and/or respiratory arrest, including manual defibrillation Management of...
Many years ago, there was a culture within the aged care sector to catch up after hours. Conversations led to sharing the joys and woes of our weeks, sharing ideas on ways to “save the world” and just a wonderful opportunity get to know each other outside of our working lives. The first one went well, upstairs at the Hybla. So please join us to reinvigorate this concept and invite your colleagues working in the sector to our monthly catch-up. It occurs second Thursday of each month. For more information contact https://www.wapha.org.au/
Hear from regional consultant paediatrician,Dr Angela Alessandri as she shares her knowledge with an educational presentation ‘The approach to the crying and fussy baby’, followed by the announcement of the 2021 Lishman Fellowship Awards as they recognise research initiatives by local health professionals. Location : Albany Surf Life Saving Club 4 Flinders Parade, Middleton Beach TO REGISTER, visit ruralhealthwest. eventsair.com/gshpn-lishman/registration
This year CRANAplus is inviting health professionals to Connect Across an Isolated Landscape at the 2021 CRANAplus Virtual Symposium on the 17th September. This one day celebration of ideas continues our 37 year strong annual conference tradition in an online environment, as we bridge the distances that separate our geographically dispersed workforce. Presentations from our keynote and VIP line-up will empower attendees to improve health outcomes, start important conversations and apply new lessons within the communities they serve. Hear from: Helen Zahos, Humanitarian and Disaster Nurse Adjunct Prof. Shelley Nowlan, Deputy Rural Health Commissioner Prof. Yvonne Cadet-James, Academic at James Cook University...
‘Future Proofing your Cardiac Rehabilitation Program and Advocacy’ Presenters: Professor Tom Briffa, Cardiac Health Researcher Dr Nicole Gordon, Exercise Physiologist Helen McLean, Clinical Engagement Coordinator WA When: Thursday 23rd September, 12:30-1:30pm How: VC attendance only (GoToWebinar) For further information or to receive notice of upcoming sessions contact: E: tracswa@health.wa.gov.au P: 9431 2351 Or Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7154526977028173838
Mental Health and Substance Addiction Presentations in Rural Practice Local GPs, medical practitioners, nurses and pharmacists are invited to join regional and addiction psychiatrist Dr Mat Coleman at an interactive education session. THURSDAY 23 SEPTEMBER 2021 | 6.00pm – 8.00pm Boston Brewing Co. Denmark 678 South Coast Highway, Denmark (includes dinner). REGISTRATION To register email us at contact@gshpn.com.au (Please advise if you have any dietary requirements when confirming your attendance).
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