CALHN Nursing Education Courses
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:
22 March 2024 (1100 - 1530)
16 April 2024 (1100 - 1500)
10 May 2024 (0600 - 1000)
16 May 2024 (0600 - 1200)
20 September 2024 (1100 - 1500)
5 November 2024 (0600 - 1000)
Assessments available every 20 minutes. Please contact Mental Health Nurse Education Services, 7087 1800 or email health.mentalhealthnurseeducationservices@sa.gov.au for available timeslots.