CALHN Nursing Education Courses
Available Courses – Alphabetical
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- Saturday, 9 November 2024, 4:37 AM
Table of contents
- Available Courses – Alphabetical
- Mandatory Mondays
- 2024 BLS Blitz Practical Assessments
- Advanced Life Support Level 1 (ALS1) CALHN - 1 day course (TQEH/RAH Campus)
- CALHN Advanced Life Support Instructor (ALS Instructor) Program
- Advanced ECG Analysis
- Acute Care Essentials Full Day Course
- Basic Life Support Instructors (BLS Instructor) Program
- Basic Life Support Practical Assessment - Glenside Campus
- Care Coordination and Planning (Shift Coordinator)
- Clinical Supervision
- Clinical Teaching and Engagement
- Coaching and Mentoring for Success (Preceptorship)
- Comprehensive Clozapine Training Two Day Workshop - Glenside Health Services
- Complex Behaviour (Behaviour Support) Education
- Connecting with People - Suicide Response Training (Glenside Campus)
- Continence and Catheter Management
- Deteriorating Patient Education
- Diabetes Education: Managing the Patient with Diabetes
- Diabetes Education Day for Nurses - CALHN Diabetes Education Service
- Evidence Gathering and Translation to Professional Practice
- Falls Prevention Training
- Geriatric Oncology Nursing Education Day
- Hospital Advanced Life Support (HALS) for RN's
- Introduction to Cardiac Monitoring and ECG Analysis
- Introduction to Haematology
- Long Acting Injection LHN Lead Trainer - Mental Health Clinical Program
- Long Acting Intramuscular Injection - Trainer / Refresher Workshop
- Medication Safety Professional Development Day 2024
- Metabolic Health and Biomedical Measurement LHN Leads Trainer
- Metabolic Health Trainer Refresher (Glenside Health Services)
- Preventing and Responding to Complex Behaviours (PRCB) Training – Foundation
- Project and Change Management for Clinicians Tier 1
- Safety Interventions Training Foundation
- Safety Intervention Training (Glenside Health Services)
- Safety and Quality Fundamentals for Clinicians - Tier 1
- Supported RN and EN Program CALHN
- Tracheostomy Management - Practical Sessions CALHN
- Vascular Access Program: including Venepuncture / Peripheral Intravascular Cannula (PIVC) Insertion
- Wound Care Education
- Trauma Informed Care and Practice - Glenside Health Services
Mandatory Mondays
Make your Monday Mandatory.....
Central Nursing Education is offering all Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) staff with an opportunity to comply with CALHN Annual Practical Assessments across both the Royal Adelaide Hospital and The Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
Manual Task Practical and Basic Life Support Practical sessions will run concurrently with a starting time of 1400 and 1430, you will need to book into your session/s (see links below).
Please don't be late to your session as you will be turned away and will need to rebook at the next available.....
Book Manual Tasks Practical session - Click Here
1400 session- Ambulatory Care - Sit to Stand / Stand to Sit
(1400 session no longer offered at TQEH)
1430 session - Inpatient Care - Slide Sheet insertion & Patient Repositioning
Book BLS Practical session - Click Here
Please Note: the BLS practical assessment also includes
Infection Control Assessments relevant to your role and scope of practice
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)- 'Donning and Doffing' (All Clinical Staff)
Aseptic Technique Practical - 'Scrub the Hub' (Nursing and Medical Staff)
2024 BLS Blitz Practical Assessments
The 2024 BLS Blitz Practical Assessments are offered to CALHN's staff - however it is recommended that Nursing book into a Mandatory Monday- BLS Practical Assessment which includes Assessments in Infection Control - PPE Donning and Doffing and Aseptic Technique.
The 2024 BLS Blitz are designed to be a walk-in 10-minute assessment- on the delivery of quality compressions and the early use of an Automatic External Defibrillator adhering to the principles of AED safety, in accordance with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ANZCOR) Guideline 10.1 and the NSQHS Standard 8 Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration.
It is recommended that you review the BLS theory prior to attending the BLITZ as the Theory may have changed since your last visited the BLS section in Learning Central and Remediation is not offered at a BLS Blitz. Should you require further assistance you will be asked to review the online resources and arrange a follow up practical assessment with a Basic Life Support Instructor (BLSi).
The BLS BLITZ is a Walk-in 10-minute assessment session conducted at both the RAH and TQEH the dates and times for the sessions are:
Dates Times
RAH - DATES TIMES and VENUE
Wednesday 18th December 2024 - 0700 -1000 & 1400-1600 - RAH - 5D 363 - Sim Lab
TQEH - DATES TIMES and VENUE
No Further BLS BLITZ are offered at TQEH for 2024
Please bring your mobile phone as attendance is recorded via a QR check out code.
Advanced Life Support Level 1 (ALS1) CALHN - 1 day course (TQEH/RAH Campus)
This 1 day course designed to give the candidate the skills for managing a cardiac arrest or other medical emergencies in a clinical setting. The course covers recognition of the critically ill patient, airway management, resuscitation procedures, defibrillation and basic drug therapy.
The objectives of the ARC Advanced Life Support Level 1: ALS1/ILS Course are to train health care personnel:
- to manage patients in the immediate periods of crisis aiming to prevent deterioration and cardiopulmonary arrest
- in common causes and strategies for the prevention of cardiopulmonary arrest, and the ABCDE approach
- in initial resuscitation and defibrillation (manual and / or AED) and simple airway management
- to manage patients in cardiopulmonary arrest until arrival of the resuscitation team or expert help
- to participate as members of the resuscitation team
Please note all courses are held in the Nursing Education Centre at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital & Royal Adelaide Hospital
Dates
2025
Thursday, 20 February 2025 (RAH) - COURSE FULL
Friday, 21 February 2025 (RAH) - COURSE FULL
Wednesday, 5 March 2025 (TQEH) - COURSE FULL
Thursday, 3 April 2025 (TQEH)
Friday, 4 April 2025 (TQEH)
Thursday, 15 May 2025 (RAH)
Friday, 16 May 2025 (RAH)
Tuesday, 10 June 2025
Please Note:
- Applications must be submitted at least 4 weeks before course date.
- Due to limited places, priority will be given to staff members for whom ALS1 accreditation is a mandatory requirement.
- Submission of application is not confirmation of a place. Confirmation will be via an email from Nursing Education.
If you require further information, please email enquiries to:
nursingeducation.applications@sa.gov.au
or Telephone: 7074 3500
Cost
Central Adelaide Local Health Network Employee $100.00
SA Health Employee $200.00
Full fee paying Applicant $450.00
Cancellation Policy
- A minimum of 2 weeks’ notice is required to reschedule or cancel. Consideration of extenuating circumstances will be at the discretion of the Course Director & the Nursing Director, CALHN Nursing Education.
- Full payment is required in advance of the course.
- The Certificate and ARC ALS1-ILS Provider Card will be withheld until course fee is paid in full.
- The Candidate having applied for & being confirmed into a course, gives less than two weeks’ notice or fails to attend will have the total (100%) course fee withheld.
- If a course is cancelled and the course manual is not returned within two weeks a $50 manual replacement fee applies.
Please note - your AHPRA
number & payment details must be completed on the application. This is a
requirement by the Australian Resuscitation Council - if this is not completed
your application will be returned.
CALHN & SA Health employees click here to apply
All other applicants click here to apply
Please return your application to the Royal Adelaide Hospital, CALHN Nursing Education, 5D390
CALHN Advanced Life Support Instructor (ALS Instructor) Program
Program Aim
The CALHN ALS Instructor program aims to provide, theoretical and practical information to the CALHN ALS Instructor candidate. The CALHN ALS instructor role is primarily concerned with the delivery of simulated refresher sessions to all currently accredited ALS providers in their clinical area. Specifically, session content should cover Recognising and Responding to Deterioration, Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support.
Program Eligibility
The program is open to any clinician currently accredited as a basic life support instructor who is also an accredited advanced life support provider. Line manager approval is an essential requirement. All suitable candidates interested in an opportunity to enhance their teaching and assessment skills are encouraged to apply. Training provided will be in line with current ANZCOR Advanced Life Support Guidelines.
Learning Outcomes
At the completion of the CALHN ALS Instructor program participants will:
- Facilitate practical Advanced Life Support training that adheres to current Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines and CALHN Policies and Procedures.
- Facilitate practical Advanced Life Support training that encourages participant engagement in the learning process utilising adult learning and teaching principles and effective assessment and feedback skills.
- Explain and apply Work Health & Safety (WH&S) and Infection Control principles as related to ALS.
Program Content
- Role and responsibilities of the CALHN ALS Instructor
- Review of Learning Styles & Adult Learning Principles from BLS Instructor course
- Equipment and resources required for ALS practical refresher training
- Introduction to scenario-based training
- Providing Feedback
- WH&S Considerations.
Pre-application Requirements
- Current Basic Life Support Instructor
- Current Advanced Life Support provider
- Support from your manager to fulfil the role as a CALHN ALS Instructor for your clinical area
Upon acceptance on a course, you will be given access to the CALHN ALS Instructors Program in Learning Central
Please contact margaret.mcinerney@sa.gov.au for further information.
Advanced ECG Analysis
Welcome
Advanced ECG Analysis is a one-day module is aimed at staff members with existing cardiac monitoring and ECG experience, looking to extend their knowledge.
Learning Objectives
Topics included in the Advanced ECG Analysis Program include:
- Electrophysiology
- Ectopics
- Biochemistry
- Inherited disorders
- Pacing
- The acute cardiac patient (including Bundle Branch Block & Axis)
This program supports and links to SA Health Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Directions 2023-2026: Care.
This program links to The National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards:
1. Clinical Governance Standard
2. Partnering with Consumers Standard
5. Comprehensive Care Standard
8. Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration Standard
Pre-Requisites
- Eligible staff are Nurses in a relevant practice area with line manager support
Cost
For further information
For a guide to deteriorating patient education in CALHN please click here
If you require further information, please email enquiries to:
nursingeducation.applications@sa.gov.au
or Telephone: 7074 3500
Acute Care Essentials Full Day Course
Acute Care Essentials (ACE)
This program is designed to provide all nursing staff with the knowledge, skills and fundamentals of early recognition, systematic assessment and application of appropriate interventions at the bedside.
ACE is an 8 hour face to face professional development day utilising inquiry based learning, simulation and group discussion in a supportive, safe learning environment.
The program supports and links to Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Directions Care
This program links to The National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards:
1. Clinical Governance Standard
2. Partnering with Consumers Standard
5. Comprehensive Care Standard
6. Communicating for Safety Standard
8. Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration Standard
Please Click Here to sign up.
For more information about Deteriorating Patient Education provided at CALHN (including Deteriorating Patient Assessment Refresher Scenarios) please Click Here.
Basic Life Support Instructors (BLS Instructor) Program
Program Aim
The BLS Instructor program aims to provide, theoretical and practical information to the BLS Instructor candidate, to instruct and assess other staff in their clinical area. Upon successful completion, the BLS Instructor will become engaged member of the CALHN basic life support training team.
Program Eligibility
The program is open to all Clinicians with 3 years post graduate experience - Aboriginal Health Practitioners, Doctors, Nurses, Pharmacists, Physiotherapist and other Allied Health Disciplines who are interested in an opportunity to enhance their teaching and assessment skills in line with the 2023 ANZCOR Basic Life Support Guidelines.
Learning Outcomes
At the completion of the BLS Instructor program participants will:
- Exhibit the characteristics required of CALHN BLS Instructor and conduct practical sessions that facilitates participant engagement in the learning process and meet the practical objectives of BLS
- Follow the directives and procedures related to the conduct and administration of BLS according to the current Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines and the CALHN Policy and Procedures.
- Apply adult learning and teaching principles in the instruction of BLS.
- Explain and apply Work Health & Safety (WH&S) and Infection Control principles as related to BLS.
- Apply assessment and feedback skills.
SA Health Nursing and Midwifery - Strategic Directions - 2023 - Priorities Workforce
Program Content
- Role and responsibilities of the BLS Instructor
- Learning Styles & Adult Learning Principles - Andragogy
- Equipment and resources required for BLS practical assessments
- Teaching BLS Skills and Principles of Assessment
- Providing Feedback
- Maintenace of BLS Equipment.
- WH&S Considerations.
Assessment Criteria
- Print the Pre-Learning Package and bring the complete package to the workshop
- Attend the 4-hour workshop and successfully complete the formative assessment ' Teaching a Skill'.
- Deliver a BLS practical session within 6 weeks of attending the workshop. This is the summative section of the BLS Instructor program, the assessment will be conducted by either the program coordinator or designated Nurse Educator.
Pre- application Requirements
- Current Basic Life Support Certification
- Knowledge of the 2023 ANZCOR BLS guidelines
- Support from your manager to fulfil the role as a BLS Instructor
Please note this training is an introduction to teaching and assessing in BLS, and it is important that you have management support as you develop and practice in BLS Instruction either in your place of work or at the BLS Blitz's.
Upon receivership of your application, you will be given access to the BLS Instructors Program in Learning Central
Dates
2 December 2024 (RAH) - 1000-1530 hours - COURSE FULL
24 February 2025 (RAH) - 0930-1630 hours
26 May 2025 (RAH) - 0930-1630 hours
22 September 2025 (TQEH) - 0930-1630 hours
17 November 2025 (RAH) - 0930-1630 hours
If you require further information, please email enquiries to:
nursingeducation.applications@sa.gov.au
or Telephone: 7074 3500
CALHN & SA Health applicants click here to apply
External applicants click here to apply
Basic Life Support Practical Assessment - Glenside Campus
Basic Life Support Practical Assessment - Glenside Health Services
There is an online theory component to this program, available on the CALHN Learning Management System. All staff are required to complete the theoretical component via the CALHN Learning Management System prior to attendance.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the workshop participants will have an increased awareness of:
- the DRSABCD sequence and be able to demonstrate competency in basic life support
- when and why the use of an automated external defibrillator is vital for basic life support and have the skills to utilise the equipment
- WHS issues related to safety of all concerned parties in basic life support situations.
Eligibility / Entry Requirements
This program is limited to CALHN Adult Mental Health Clinical Program employees only.
Assessment
Assessment via both verbal and practical demonstrations required. Assessment must be successfully completed to meet CALHN requirements. CALHN does not endorse use of this skill set outside of their employment. Due to COVID restrictions no "mouth to mask" assessments will be completed at this time.
Dates, Times and Location
BLS Blitz Practical Assessments:
All training is to be held in the Administration & Learning Services Building, Glenside Health Services
13 February 2025 (1100 - 1500)
8 April 2025 (0730 - 1130)
21 May 2025 (1100 - 1500)
12 June 2025 (1100 - 1500)
22 July 2025 (1100 - 1500)
25 September 2025 (1100 - 1500)
21 October 2025 (0730 - 1200)
13 November 2025 (1100 - 1500)
11 December 2025 (1100 - 1500)
Assessments available every 20 minutes. Please contact Mental Health Nurse Education Services, 7087 1800 or email health.mentalhealthnurseeducationservices@sa.gov.au for available timeslots.
Care Coordination and Planning (Shift Coordinator)
Care Coordination and Planning (previously known as Introduction to Shift Coordinator) is an interactive, collaborative day which aims to provide participants with core skills and knowledge required to act in the role of Shift Coordinator or Team Leader.
Learning Objectives
On completion of the Care Coordination and Planning program participants will:
- Understand the role and responsibilities of the shift coordinator in CALHN.
- Have an understanding of the patient journey and how the shift coordinator plays a role in this.
- Take the lead in a variety of different scenarios such as deteriorating patient, code black, situational monitoring and prioritisation.
- Utilise different communication skills to manage a variety of situations such as conflict management, de-escalation and providing feedback.
- Understand the challenges of the role and recognising the importance of debrief and reflection.
This program supports and links to Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Directions Workforce.
This program links to The National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards:
1. Clinical Governance Standard
2. Partnering with Consumers Standard
5. Comprehensive Care Standard
6. Communicating for Safety Standard
8. Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration Standard
Pre-Requisites
- Eligible staff are required to have a minimum of one-year post-registration experience or are supported by the line manager.
Audience
Open to all CALHN Registered Nurses who are working towards the role of the shift coordinator or team leader in their area.Intended participants: Nursing staff
Estimated Course Time: 8 hours (5.5 hours face to face)
Assessment Type: Blended - online pre reading, video and quiz.
Frequency: Once-off training, designed to be accessible for review as needed by the learner
Click here to book
Clinical Supervision
Mental health nursing clinical supervision assists nurses to:
· understand issues associated with their practice
· gain new insights and perspectives
· develop their knowledge and skills.
Clinical supervision supports staff and improves consumer and carer outcomes.
Workshop Aim
An introduction to the general principles of clinical supervision which includes,
> Definitions.
> Barriers to engagement.
> Practicalities.
> Models.
> Basic skills.
> Roles and responsibilities.
> Resources.
Eligibility / Entry Requirements
This training is suitable for clinical staff only.
Applications to be emailed to health.mentalhealthnurseeducationservices@sa.gov.au
Dates and Times
Sessions can be set by negotiation. A minimum number of eight employees are required for a session to be held. Sessions can be negotiated to be held at Glenside Health Services or within the workplace. Please contact Annette Farrell to organise health.mentalhealthnurseeducationservices@sa.gov.au
Further
Information
Becky Hunston
Advanced Nurse Consultant, Mental Health Clinical Program
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
Telephone: (08) 7087 1804
Email: becky.hunston@sa.gov.au
Clinical Teaching and Engagement
Clinical Teaching and Engagement. This one-day course will provide you with fundamental knowledge and skills to feel confident to provide education in a variety of clinical settings.
Learning Objectives
An interactive day that supports and models the development of knowledge and skills when teaching in the workplace. Objectives include:
- Gaining an understanding of adult learning principles
- How to manage and meet the expectations of the learner
- How to develop a lesson plan for your education session
- Delivering an education session in a small group setting
- How to ensure a psychological safe learning environment
- How to manage challenging situations
- How to provide Feedback
The program supports and links to Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Directions Workforce
This program links to The National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards:
1. Clinical Governance Standard
Intended participants: Nursing and other Healthcare staff.
Estimated Course Time: 8 hours
Assessment Type: Blended - online pre reading, video and quiz.
Frequency: Once-off training, designed to be accessible for review as needed by the learner
Click here to book
Coaching and Mentoring for Success (Preceptorship)
The Coaching and Mentoring for Success Program aims to equip health care professional with the skills, knowledge and confidence required to assist any new or less experienced staff member, students, graduates in adjusting to an unfamiliar environment.
This one-day 8-hour, high impact program is also designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of staff hoping to work in a preceptorship role. The program embeds principles of Practice Development, emotional intelligence, and relational psychology.
Please Click Here to sign up.
Comprehensive Clozapine Training Two Day Workshop - Glenside Health Services
For Mental Health Clinicians
Program Aim
The aim of the program is to provide participants with an understanding of all aspects of clozapine education in relation to the Therapeutic Goods Administration Clozapine Protocols, SA Health Clozapine Management Clinical guideline, drug interactions, side effect management, Adverse Event Protocols and provide information regarding the SA Health Nurse Led Clozapine Clinics and associated standardised documentation.
Learning Outcomes
After completing the online learning package and the two face to face days participants will be familiar with:
· the basic clozapine drug action
· interactions
· the CPMS protocol
· the CPMS database application and use
· clozapine alerts
· monitoring screens and documentation
· the effects of clozapine on physical health
· ECGs
· interface and communication with pharmacy
· Adverse Event Protocols and Nurse Led Clinic Protocols
· consumer participation
· SA Health Clozapine Management Clinical Guideline.
Eligibility / Entry Requirements
Training is available to Clozapine Co-ordinators, Assistant Co-ordinators, Nurse Consultants, CNs, Registered Nurses, Pharmacists, Pharmacy Assistants, Medical Officers and Psychiatric Registrars. Nurses working in medication clinics and inpatient units are particularly encouraged to attend.
For nursing staff no partial attendance is available for this course, both days must be completed in their entirety. For pharmacy and medical staff sessional attendance may be negotiated on request.
For SA Health nursing staff, a compulsory 4 day supernumerary placement with a community clozapine coordinator will be required in order to receive the certificate of completion. This placement has Clinical / Co‑Director approval; it is to be completed in a 4 day block Mon – Thurs. The placement is to be negotiated with line management. Regional LHN participants complete a combination placement within the metro LHN Clozapine Clinics and within their home team. Regional LHN participants also have the option of completing the Long Acting Intramuscular Injection (LAI) training during the metro placement. There is an expectation that following completion of the training participants will be available to relieve community Clozapine Co-ordinators.
Prior to the workshop each participant is required to satisfactory complete the online learning module High Risk Medicines: Clozapine. This course is on Digital Media and can be accessed through each LHNs learning platform or for non-SA Health via the national program https://hrmeducation.health.gov.au/ you will need to register and select “other”.
Participants are also required to complete the online learning module Introduction to Cardiometabolic Syndrome. This course is on most LHNs learning platform. If you are unable to access the modules you will need to contact Lisa Wilton lisa.wilton@sa.gov.au
A certificate of completion for both online courses MUST accompany your completed application.
All participants must complete an application form that is signed by their managers acknowledging the placement requirement for nursing staff.
SA Health nursing staff are required to have completed the practical component of the biomedical measurement training prior to their placement.
Dates, Times and Locations
Two workshops will be held at Glenside Health Services in the Administration and Learning Services Building for 2024.
· Tuesday 25 & Wednesday 26 March 2025, 0800 – 1700.
· Tuesday 26 & Wednesday 27 August 2025, at 0800 – 1700,
Pre-Requisites and Assessment
Prior to attendance, completion of the High Risk Medicines Clozapine and Introduction to Cardiometabolic Syndrome modules (certificate of completion must be attached to application form).
Other assessment includes in session quizzes.
Convenor
Lisa Wilton, Advanced Nurse Consultant
Telephone: 0411 22 49 04
Email: lisa.wilton@sa.gov.au
Cost
There is no cost to SA Health employees.
Attendance fee for interstate participants is negotiated.
Other Relevant Information
Maximum of 20 places for the April program and 40 places for the August program.
People intending to apply for the two day training program are encouraged to advise Lisa Wilton of their expression of interest to secure a place while applications go through the approval process. Applications will NOT be acknowledged unless submitted with evidence of completion of the required pre-requisites (certificate of completion is acceptable evidence).
Due to the four day placement requirement, a manager’s approval is mandatory for SA Health nursing staff attending the program.
The program is open to staff within all ten Local Health Networks of SA Health and interstate colleagues.
Applications
The completed application including certificates MUST be returned to Annette Farrell at: Health.MentalHealthNurseEducationServices@sa.gov.au with a ‘cc’ to Lisa Wilton lisa.wilton@sa.gov.au prior to Tuesday 12th March 2024 for the April training and prior to Monday 8th July 2024 for the August training.
Late applications will only be considered if places are available and all necessary paperwork has been approved, including evidence of completion of mandatory pre‑requisites.
Complex Behaviour (Behaviour Support) Education
Welcome to Complex Behaviour Training. This training is designed to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding of how to best support a person experiencing complex behaviour.
Click here to visit a guide to the education that is available in CALHN, depending on need and role.
Connecting with People - Suicide Response Training (Glenside Campus)
Connecting with People - Clinical Skills Day
Introduction
Central Adelaide Local Health Network Mental Health Clinical Program is providing the Connecting with People approach to suicide awareness and mitigation as part of the commitment to South Australian Suicide Prevention Plan 2023-2026.
The training is provided by 4MentalHealth Connecting with People accredited trainers, to promote the provision of a standard approach to suicide mitigation. Connecting with People is an internationally recognised, evidence-based suicide and self-harm mitigation and prevention training program for all clinical staff.
Who is this course for?
Clinical staff from across the CALHN Mental Health Clinical Program (Medical, Nursing, Allied Health Professional).
This course will enable you to use the Connecting with People SAFETool™.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this full day session, each participant will have completed the following three modules
1. Suicide Awareness for Professionals
Each participant will
· Understand the myths, stigma and barriers surrounding suicide.
· Understand the scale of the problem and its impact on professionals and those in healthcare.
· Understand the role of:
- Ambivalence and interruption
- Compassion and hope
- The co-production of a Safety Plan
2. Suicide Response Part 1
Each participant will
· Be able to use the Connecting with People clinical tools to enhance your assessment of suicidal patients
· Be able to co-produce an immediate safety plan with a patient
· Know where to access further support and training
3. Suicide Response Part 2
Each participant will
· Understand the concept of the Bank of Hope and the Triple Whammy (Cole-King, 2009)
· Understand how to use the mitigation framework to record care plan actions resulting from the assessment
· To explore the option of utilizing the services provided by the NGO sector when co-producing a safety plan
· Understand how to implement evidence-based practice using the Connecting with People SAFETool™
Dates, Times and Locations
20 November 2024, 0800-1630, L2D Room2, TQEH
4 December 2024, 0800-1630, L2D ROOM 2, TQEH
2025 Dates
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Please check Learning Central or the Mental Health Nursing Education Services SharePoint site for up-to-date information. More dates are being added and locations across multiple sites in the coming days.
A minimum number of six
participants are required for a session to be held, and failure to meet the
minimum threshold may result in the course being cancelled at short notice,
including on the day. To ensure you can attend, please ensure you have your line
managers support to enrol prior to making the booking.
If you would like to
discuss the possibility of arranging training directly for your team, please
contact the Mental Health Nursing Education Services via Health.MentalHealthNurseEducationServices@sa.gov.au or 7087 1800.
Further Information
Becky Hunston
Advanced Nurse Consultant
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
Telephone: (08) 7087 1800
Email: becky.hunston@sa.gov.au
Continence and Catheter Management
A course designed to provide a foundation of knowledge and skills aimed at supporting continence and managing incontinence to maintain the dignity, safety and wellbeing of patients affected.
In a broader context prevention and management of incontinence aims to reduce the incidence of the following:
- Falls
- Pain and discomfort
- Local and systemic infections
- Increased Length of hospital stay
- Malnutrition
- Faecal impaction and urinary retention
- Episodes of delirium
- Changes in skin integrity and pressure injury
- Decline in rehabilitation potential
This program supports and links to SA Health Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Directions 2023-2026: Care.
This programs links to The National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards:
Intended participants: Nursing and other Healthcare staff.
Estimated Course Time: 8 hours
Assessment Type: Blended - online pre reading, video and quiz.
Frequency: Once-off training, designed to be accessible for review as needed by the learner
1. Clinical Governance Standard
3. Preventing and Controlling Infections Standard
5. Comprehensive Care Standard
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Deteriorating Patient Education
Recognising and Responding to Deteriorating Patient training and education takes multiple forms in CALHN. Please Click here to access a guide to the education that is available.
Diabetes Education: Managing the Patient with Diabetes
Managing the Patient with Diabetes
A one day module for nursing staff covering the critical thinking and practicalities required to incorporate diabetes management into all clinical areas. Patient assessment scenarios will be utilised along with equipment demonstrations providing “hands on” training as well as theoretical content.
Learning Intentions
Topics included
- The acutely unwell diabetic patient
- Treatment options, medication management
- Long term care, complications
- Discharge planning
- Educating the patient
- The referral process
The program supports and links to Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Directions Care
This program links to The National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards:
1. Clinical Governance Standard
2. Partnering with Consumers Standard
5. Comprehensive Care Standard
8. Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration Standard
Intended participants: Nursing staff aiming for enhanced insight and confidence in a variety of aspects of diabetes care.
Estimated Total Course Time: 8 hours face to face workshop
Assessment Type: Practical workshop
Frequency: Once-off training
To book please Click Here
Diabetes Education Day for Nurses - CALHN Diabetes Education Service
Welcome to Diabetes Education Day for Nurses
Join the CALHN Diabetes Education Service* for Diabetes Education Day for Nurses.
Improve inpatient care with a focus on Back-to-Basics Bedside Management for patients with diabetes.
- Education tailored for inpatient care
- Back-to-basics strategies for effective bedside management
- Expert lead sessions to add to your skillset and improve patient outcomes
*intranet link
Click here to book
Evidence Gathering and Translation to Professional Practice
Evidence Gathering and Translation to Professional Practice
The Evidence Gathering & Translation to Practice Program is part of a professional pathway that is replacing the level 2 RN Professional Development Program.
This program will provide staff with the knowledge and skills to find evidence, analyse the evidence and then synthesise the evidence for use in their practice.
This program is inclusive of all CALHN nurses.
Learning Intentions
The programs intentions are to:
- Increase the research literacy and capacity of nurses across CALHN
- Understand and embed best practice within the clinical area
- Use evidence to support accreditation in the workplace
The program links to and supports Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Directions Innovation
This program links to all The National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards, as the evidence underpins the Standards.
Audience: Open to all CALHN Nurses
Intended participants: Nursing
Estimated Total Course Time: 8 hours
Assessment Type: Attendance
Frequency: Once-off training, designed to be accessible for review as needed by the learner