Audience:

Open to Nursing Staff, particularly those staff working in the Cancer Program or those with limited experience in cancer. New nursing staff are encouraged to attend within 6 months of commencing in the Cancer Program.

Aim:

The clinical skills workshop is designed to provide nurses new to cancer with the basic knowledge, skills and fundamentals of early recognition, systematic assessment and application of appropriate interventions for cancer supportive care.

Topics Covered

• Understanding Cancer
• Understanding Anti-Cancer Medications
• Treatment Side Effects & Nursing Considerations
• Febrile Neutropenia
• Interpreting Bloods
• Discharge Planning
• Problem Solving

Objectives of Workshop

• Provide an introduction to cancer, different types, diagnosis and staging
• Provide an overview of treatment modalities and describe the different classifications of anti-cancer drugs
• Describe potential side effects and toxicities associated with treatment/s and application of appropriate interventions to prevent and respond to supportive care needs
• Describe general principles and management of febrile neutropenia
• Provide an overview of common cancer blood monitoring values and explore nursing considerations and interventions for patients with abnormal results
• Provide an overview of the discharge process for patients with specific cancer needs and explore nursing responsibilities
• Demonstrate critical thinking, clinical reasoning and prioritisation of care and assessment

Dates

Monday 24 March 2025 - Applications close 16 March 2025

0830 – 1630

Royal Adelaide Hospital

Monday 18 August 2025 - Applications close 10 August 2025

0830 – 1630

Royal Adelaide Hospital

Cost

Non SA Health Employees:  $75.00 

CALHN / SA Health Employees:  No charge

Bookings essential

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For further Information please contact workshop Coordinator:

Cancer Program Nurse Educator

Phone: 0417 037 743