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Welcome to Issue 12 of the Nursing Post!We don’t have a usual winner for the cover competition this issue. The photo wasn’t submitted by a reader, but was originally used for an advert I was composing. While rummaging through some old artwork, I came across the photo and thought how good it would look on the cover! The people in the photo are from Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital.

We are running the Queensland Government feature once again. So if you missed it the last issue, just check the middle pages for a special 4 page career feature which you can pull-out to keep as a handy directory.

If you’re thinking of getting away then check out the great deals from Harvey World Travel and the special offers from Port Stephens Getaway, just for health care professionals! Watch this section in upcoming issues as we bring you more discounts and special offers!

We are going to announce a new competition for signing up to receive our online edition. Details will be given in our next issue. Lets just say a $500 dollar gift is involved....so find out next issue when we reveal what it is.

Also, turn to page 36 to read a moving story submitted by reader Jodie Chaplain.

We hope you enjoy this issue of the Nursing Post. Keep a look out for future issues as we profile the leading employers of each state. We begin our journey in sunny Queensland which will be published in our next issue (Issue 13)!

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Next Publication Details: Issue 13: 12 July 2010 Material Deadline: 5 July 2010

Editor: Kelvin ChongPrinted by Westcare Pty LtdFor media-kits, deadlines or advertising queries, please contact Manish Shah

From the Editor...

Advertisers Index Pulse Healthcare ................................... Inside Cover Promesse ............................................... 3, 12, 48-49Executive People ................................... 4WACHS ................................................. 5Ramsay Healthcare ................................ 6-9Quick & Easy Finance ............................ 10Continental Travel Nurse ........................ 11Smart Salary ........................................... 11Hays Healthcare .................................... 13Geneva Health ...................................... 14UHG ..................................................... 15Remote Area Health Corps (RAHC) ........ 16SilverChain ............................................ 17Mediserve Nursing Agency ..................... 18-19

Leisure &LifestyleHarvey World Travel ...................... 38Port Stephens Getaway ................... 39 BodyLinez ...................................... 40 Greenhills ...................................... 41

From country to coast...

Nursing & Midwifery careers in rural and remote Queensland

Rural and remote rewards p1

Handy map to nursing careers p4

Real life stories p2-3

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Mental health nurses

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Your StoriesGoing the Extra Mile ................ 36If you’ve got something to share, send it to us. Turn to page 37 for more details on how to submit your story)

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FREECALL 1800 002 388 AUS0800 542 100 NZwww.promesse.com.auEmail: info@promesse.com.au

experts on the gulf

Romantic African safari holidays are now quite affordable -

especially when you are working in the hospitals of the Arabian

Gulf. It’s less than 4 hours flying time from the Gulf to Nairobi in

Kenya, gateway to the wonders of eastern Africa, and the travel

bargains available from the Gulf are truly amazing.

Gulf salary arrangements make spectacular holidays really

affordable. With no income tax, rent, utility or transport costs

to budget for, up to 85% of your income becomes ‘disposable’

to use as you please. Save for your future or use your

generous holidays to take full advantage of the travel bargains.

Demand for Aussie/NZ nurses in the Middle East is as strong as

ever. We have many excellent opportunities at all levels and in

most specialties - just tell us what you’re looking for.

Promesse is the skilled guide you’ll need to help you find the

job that best fits your skills and aspirations. Our experience and

contacts will help you find the perfect opening, so email us for

more information or simply call Christine Kohleis RN or Judit

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To apply, please contact Margo McLay at Executive People on (07) 3211 0888 and send your application (CV + cover letter highlighting your experience relevant to these opportunities), to margo@executivepeople.com.au

•Little travelling involved•Supportive and professional team environment•Innovative hearing testing procedures•Several opportunities exist - work close to home

Executive People (www.executivepeople.com.au) have partnered with one of Australia's leading audiology groups, and are working closely with them to engage the services of a number of audiology clinicians.With an innovative business model, and success based on delivering quality hearing outcomes for clients, the group has grown, creating the need to employ three practitioners - NOW. These clinician positions are

Audiologists - 3 Brisbane North roles & 1 Gold Coast based role (Ref No 371)

based in Brisbane and Gold Coast, however it’s anticipated that because of growth in the business, we’ll be managing more opportunities, in Sydney & Melbourne.

If you are considering your options, Executive People, specialists in Health Industry recruitment will sit down with you and help you with options that provide for the future.

We’re very keen to hear from you if you have the essential experience and educational requirements, including aAttainment of your Certificate of Clinical Practice

•Salary package - $ 115k (which includes vehicle allowance, salary packaging, & superannuation)•Based in Swan Hill (www.swanhillonline.com)•Step up your leadership experience

Are you looking around for your career to step up to Manager level? Do you find that you are the one who is ambitious, motivated and still enthusiastic about guaranteeing outstanding care and wanting to lead your team in a modern, inclusive, collaborative fashion? Then, our client, a large provider of health care has the perfect career opportunity.

Working within their Psychiatric division, as Nurse

Nurse Unit Manager – Mental Health (Ref No 370)

Unit Manager – Community within a community Mental Health service , you will have a multi faceted role as overall manager of for a team in Swan Hill, as well as regional management of the community team delivering mental health services to a wider region.

Our client has a very comprehensive professional development program in place whereby you are supported clinically and as a manager (includes pier support by way of a social work educator and carer consultant, programs within the psychiatric development unit, a dual diagnosis program, a mentor and preceptorship program and a highly supportive direct manager

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HOW SOON CAN I RECEIVE THE FUNDS?Within 48-72 hours from the momentwe receive your completed application formand supporting documents*. How’s that for service!

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What’s nursing accommodation like in the Arabian Gulf?An occasional contribution from Chris Kohleis, Recruitment Director of Promesse

experts on the gulf

FREECALL 1800 002 388 AUS0800 542 100 NZwww.promesse.com.auEmail: info@promesse.com.au

Hi everyone,

So many people ask me what the accommodation is like when you take a contract in the Gulf, I thought I would give some background about this issue. Clearly, it’s important - if you’re unhappy about where you’re living then it can colour your whole experience in a negative way.

As you’d expect the quality of the accommodation varies tremendously depending on what hospital you work for. The style of living also varies depending whether you work in Saudi Arabia or one of the other Gulf States, such as the UAE or Qatar. In Saudi Arabia, you would live in a ‘compound’ - an enclosed area with controlled access which can form the basis for a friendly and cohesive expat community. In the UAE and Qatar, you don’t usually live in compounds. Some hospitals may still have their own accommodation, usually a leased apartment block while others provide you with an accommodation allowance and help you find a place of your own. Thus it is more like living in any other city, which means that you have to be a bit more self-reliant and motivated to establish your social network. Where the hospital provides a housing allowance the crucial issue is that this allowance is sufficient to secure you a comfortable abode.

In Saudi, compounds can vary enormously in size from vast complexes the size of a whole suburb to smaller areas just encompassing a single apartment block. When I worked in Riyadh some years ago now, I lived in a small studio apartment adjacent to the hospital in Riyadh. Nowadays the quality of the accommodation has improved dramatically if you go to the right places.

For example, the King Abdulaziz Medical City (“KAMC”) in Riyadh now houses its Western personnel in a 5-star luxurious compound, called Al Yamamah. Nurses at KAMC usually share a modern, spacious 2, 3 or 4 BR villa. The villas have high quality kitchens and lounges, all fully furnished and utilities including cable TV are provided free. Other free facilities include 3 outdoor swimming pools, one indoor pool, gym, sauna, spa, squash and volley ball courts. The compound also has restaurants, a hairdresser, gift shop and supermarket. It’s like living in a classy resort! This KAMC accommodation and associated facilities are undoubtedly the best on offer for Aust/NZ nurses in Saudi Arabia and our candidates really enjoy living there. After all, a safe, pleasant

and very comfortable home environment can make your working life so much more enjoyable as well.

The important things to ask about when considering your Saudi accommodation are the following

• Quality of the housing itself• Level of services such as telecommunications• Arrangements for sharing the house• What other facilities are on offer?• Is there a curfew, i.e. can I come and go whatever the time?• Can I bring in visitors? (Some hospital compounds do not allow male visitors)

Of course, I or my team can advise you about the quality of the accommodation at each of our hospitals- we’ve inspected them personally and in a number of cases stayed there ourselves. So if you’re at all concerned about this, please contact us.

I think the important thing to remember is that nowadays you’d don’t have to live in poky housing with few amenities.

Regards

ChrisChristine Kohleis RNRecruitment DirectorPromesse

A typical bedroom in an Al Yamamah villa in Riyadh

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Nursing in Saudi Arabia gives you the opportunity to work, travel and save - the ultimate working holiday adventure!

Work in an internationally accredited hospital and enhance your clinical skills. Travel to exotic locations, they’re just on your doorstep. Save approximately 85% of your salary with expenses paid living and a tax-free income.

This is your chance to learn more from people living and working there now – to ask the questions you want answered. Information sessions and interviews are happening in Auckland, Wellington, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.

If you are a Registered Nurse with at least two years clinical experience in an acute hospital then call us now to discuss the best way to take advantage of this great opportunity.

Employment offers will be made on the day, giving successful applicants the option of starting before the end of the year!

Some of the incredible benefi ts on offer are:• Free flights to and from Saudi Arabia• Free furnished accommodation and paid utilities• Generous annual leave• Bonuses and relocation costs• 12-24 month contracts• Free medical insurance and emergency dental• Work with a leading Healthcare Recruitment company

As we have just visited King Faisal we do have the most up to date information available, so for the best service and advice speak to Geneva Health first.

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For Australia Wide positions call: 1300 305 594

Country Positions Australia Wide Currently many vacancies in NSW & QLDNurses from all specialities urgently required for country work. Numerous positions available Australia wide and especially in NSW & QLD hospitals. For more information please contact our friendly consultants on: 1300 305 594 | nurses@mediserve.com.au

Metropolitan (City) PositionsBrisbane & Sydney (Nurses wanted urgently)We are seeking nurses from all specialities for vacancies in various Public and Private metropolitan hospitals. Currently there are many positions available in both Brisbane & Sydney. Please contact: Liina in Brisbane: (07) 3229 2528 | brisbane@mediserve.com.au Stephanie in Sydney: (02) 9290 2700 | sydney@mediserve.com.au

Tasmania (Nurses wanted urgently)We require Nurses urgently for placements in hospitals throughout Tasmania. Numerous bene�ts available including Travel and Accommodation assistance. Please cal Vijay on: 1300 305 594 | nurses@mediserve.com.au

Perth & MelbourneMany positions available for Nurses in various Metro Hospitals. Please call Natasha in Perth on: (08) 9325 1332 | perth@mediserve.com.au and Rima in Melbourne on (03) 9629 3780melbourne@mediserve.com.au

DarwinNumerous vacancies in Royal Darwin and Darwin Private hospitals. Call Irene on: (08) 8981 2446 | darwin@mediserve.com.au

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Mediserve has been selected as one of the panel of agencies to supply nurses to the state Governments of South Australia, Western Australia, Queensland and the Northern Territory. This means nurses working with Mediserve have �rst preference for job vacancies in these states.

For Australia Wide positions call: 1300 305 594

Country Positions Australia Wide Currently many vacancies in NSW & QLDNurses from all specialities urgently required for country work. Numerous positions available Australia wide and especially in NSW & QLD hospitals. For more information please contact our friendly consultants on: 1300 305 594 | nurses@mediserve.com.au

Metropolitan (City) PositionsBrisbane & Sydney (Nurses wanted urgently)We are seeking nurses from all specialities for vacancies in various Public and Private metropolitan hospitals. Currently there are many positions available in both Brisbane & Sydney. Please contact: Liina in Brisbane: (07) 3229 2528 | brisbane@mediserve.com.au Stephanie in Sydney: (02) 9290 2700 | sydney@mediserve.com.au

Tasmania (Nurses wanted urgently)We require Nurses urgently for placements in hospitals throughout Tasmania. Numerous bene�ts available including Travel and Accommodation assistance. Please cal Vijay on: 1300 305 594 | nurses@mediserve.com.au

Perth & MelbourneMany positions available for Nurses in various Metro Hospitals. Please call Natasha in Perth on: (08) 9325 1332 | perth@mediserve.com.au and Rima in Melbourne on (03) 9629 3780melbourne@mediserve.com.au

DarwinNumerous vacancies in Royal Darwin and Darwin Private hospitals. Call Irene on: (08) 8981 2446 | darwin@mediserve.com.au

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Every day 2751 Australians are diagnosed with diabetes. This

number continues to grow as factors such as poor diet and physical inactivity plague modern day society. Many of us may already be aware of this alarming statistic as we regularly encounter patients with this illness in our clinical practice. What role do we as allied health professionals play in helping reduce the incidence of diabetes in our communities?

Nurses and indeed all health professionals are powerful advocates for good health, nutrition and positive work life balance in our society. We play an integral role in educating patients about their ailments and more importantly the prevention of any reoccurrence. Is providing education the only answer? Or should we encourage national debate on health issues like this and many others, to help encourage change? Smoking, a more visible example of bad health practice

which results in disease, is regularly targeted by national anti-smoking adverts and campaigns. It is well known that this type of public awareness has a positive impact on take up rates of young (new) smokers, and encourages current smokers to quit. But what can be done to help facilitate a similar level of public attention on another one of Australia’s growing chronic illnesses?

It is crucial that we continue to educate ourselves, so that we can arm the public with the best and most current knowledge available. There are many complications associated with diabetes such as cardiovascular and neurological changes. There are always new medications being developed which can help patients manage and control the various symptoms associated with this condition.

Diabetes currently affects 246 million people worldwide and is expected to affect 380 million by 2025 2.

dIaBETES: Rapidly Becoming the World’s Most Prevalent Chronic Illness

Comment on this clinical article at: www.ausmedonline.com/nursing-blog.htmlContinued Professional development provided by ausmedOnline.

1) Diabetes Australia (2010), ‘Diabetes in Australia, Retrieved on 17th June 2010 from Diabetes Australia Website <http://diabetesaustralia.com.au/en/understanding-Diabetes/Diabetes-in-Australia/>

2) Diabetes Australia (2010), ‘Diabetes Globally’, Retrieved on 17th June 2010 from Diabetes Australia Website <http://diabetesaustralia.com.au/en/understanding-Diabetes/Diabetes-in-Australia/>

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by fear about Europe’s state of debt, and once again causing grief to investor’s portfolios, despite our strong economic position. With this recent volatility, it is a common theme to hear people say” I am not happy with what is happening to my savings – I wish that there was something that I could do about it!”

Increasingly so, people are seeing the need to control their finances, or at least, have the knowledge to know how to do so. As the CEO of SMC, Graeme Rogers says’ It is very rewarding to see our members come into the College with a need to explore something outside of their job to secure a comfortable future, and developing the confidence to ‘have a go.’ They realise that, in the end, no-one else looks after their money the way that they do when they have the know how.’

Smart investing with knowledge, means that we don’t have to suffer the wild swings in the value of our portfolios – there are strategies

and techniques which allow the active investor to lock in the profits made

when markets suffer short term pullbacks. For a reasonable premium, one can hedge the portfolio in these times, and come out the other side with a much different outcome –

‘Over the long term, this may make a considerable difference to the

investments you can use for retirement’ Mr Rogers says.

Why should I consider becoming educated with The Sharemarket College? For the past 13 years, The Sharemarket College has been at the forefront of financial market education. As a Registered Training Organisation, we have taken the steps to have our education curriculum accredited and registered

with the Department of Education, Training and the Arts. The Company also holds their own Australian Financial Services Licence No:331635. We have done this to ensure that you know we have passed stringent quality control tests and maintain an ongoing commitment to improvement of our systems and processes. Your money is important to you, so you should choose an organisation which has a history of quality and longevity.

Why can’t I learn by reading good trading books? Many traders start out by reading books in an effort to trade and invest in the market. However, most books are designed to give you only enough information to get your attention, not necessarily to get the know-how. Our uniquely designed training courses give you the necessary education you need to perform like a professional. You will interact with professional traders who will work with you to comprehend and apply the information taught. Our Research Team will provide you with daily reports on the market and the stocks which are providing good opportunities, along with our method of selecting, managing and exiting a position. Sharemarket College will also provide you with extensive ongoing support throughout the program to assist in developing a trading methodology that suits your style to ensure you are consistently profitable – you cannot gain this support through books.

Do I need to know a lot about the market? Not at all. The Sharemarket College will take you from the basics right through to advanced techniques, and all at your own pace. Some of our most successful members are those who started with no knowledge at all (people who have come from different backgrounds such as nurses, farmers, plumbers etc). The training program is designed to start as if you know nothing about the markets.

However to be successful you must have a structured plan in place and that’s where we

come in – we help you to structure your own personal plan to suit you. Many traders and

investors don’t know where to start or how to apply the knowledge they may already have - and

mistakes can be costly. Is Trading Risky? Like everything in life there

is a degree of risk. Without the right education, discipline and mechanical approach to investing, most people fail, The Sharemarket College educates you in how to minimise risk. They teach

you when to enter a position, when to take your profits, and more importantly, how to control the amount of risk you are prepared to take. Those with the right approach and education have a much greater chance of becoming a successful investor or trader.

Beat the markets and learn from the best

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Those in the industry will be aware that AACDS has been delivering accredited qualifications in cosmetic nursing and dermal therapies for sometime now. Located in Perth, AACDS infiltrated through Australia and overseas via its online education program with practical training in dermal therapies and injectable procedures offered in WA, NSW and now QLD.

Director of AACDS, April Jorgensen reports, “A large portion of our students come from Queensland, and therefore had to travel to Sydney to complete their practical training, also some students wish to study on-campus rather than online. This opened the opportunity for AACDS to partner with Jacqueline Clayton and Sue Graham GrayClay in order to deliver both theory and practical competencies on the Gold Coast, QLD”.

Jacqueline Clayton the director of GrayClay holds a Bachelor of Business, is an Enrolled Nurse and has over 15 years experience in cosmetic medicine and medical environments. Sue Graham the principal of the college is a Registered Nurse with 18 years experience in cosmetic nursing, including theatre nurse, education and injectable procedures. Jacqueline Clayton reports, “We have been

delivering educational courses in medical aesthetics and cosmetic injectables since 2008, and are thoroughly pleased to increase our scope of training to include AACDS courses”. Jacqueline and Sue hold their student clinics at Dr John Flynns Cosmedic Medical Practice. Dr. Flynn MBBS, Dip RACOG, FRACGP, Dip.P.Derm (UK) FACCS, an educator himself to the medical profession, has been an inspirational supporter of GrayClay.

The partnership will initially commence with GrayClay delivering the core practical competencies in the Vocational Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Nursing and the Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science. By February 2011, face-to-face theory classes will be delivered on campus. Local and international students are welcome.

Dr Jayson Oates, Medical Director of AACDS states, “We have a big year of curriculum growth planned, which includes two new accredited qualifications – a postgraduate course specifically for doctors and a new Advanced Diploma which encompasses both nursing and dermal therapy units. This, combined with our expansion in Queensland means more well-trained nurses and therapists for cosmetic doctors to recruit.”

Accredited Qualifications in Dermal Therapy and Cosmetic Nursing Arrives in QueenslandThe Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science (AACDS) is pleased to announce its new partnership with GrayClay in QLD. Manish Shah from The Nursing Post talks to AACDS about this exciting new expansion and what it will mean to the cosmetic profession.

For further information about AACDS courses and course delivery in QLD, please call 08 9382 4788 or email enquiries@aacds.edu.au

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The Ageing NorthThe Australian Association of Gerontology (SA & NT Division)

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Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, Northern Territory

The Australian Association of Gerontology (SA/NT Division) is hosting its first Northern Territory conference in Darwin, the Northern Territory’s vibrant, tropical capital, on Thursday and Friday, the 12 & 13 August 2010.

This 2 day event will bring together a wide range of people with an interest in issues of ageing – aged care providers and professionals, policy makers and advocates, researchers and students, and older people themselves.

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The Ageing NorthThe Australian Association of Gerontology (SA & NT Division)

presents

AAG Northern Territory Conference12 & 13 August 2010

Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, Northern Territory

The Australian Association of Gerontology (SA/NT Division) is hosting its first Northern Territory conference in Darwin, the Northern Territory’s vibrant, tropical capital, on Thursday and Friday, the 12 & 13 August 2010.

This 2 day event will bring together a wide range of people with an interest in issues of ageing – aged care providers and professionals, policy makers and advocates, researchers and students, and older people themselves.

First Announcement & Call for Abstracts

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ACRA 2010THURSDAY 12 – SATURDAY 14 AUGUST 2010,

RYDGES LAKESIDE, CANBERRA

Dear colleague, You are invited to attend the 21st Annual Scienti�c Meeting of the Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association ACRA 2010. The Meeting will be held at the Rydges Lakeside, Canberra from 12 -14 August 2010. It is the premier event for ACRA in Australia and the Paci�c region.

The program will provide opportunities to re�ect on our past achievements and consider the challenges, ahead, how we can change the face of cardiovascular health and rehabilitation in Australia, and showcase our achievements. We expect to attract upwards of 200 delegates, cardiologists, general practitioners, nurses and allied health professionals.

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Gold Coast Institute of TAFE new online programs offer increased flexibility for health care

There has never been a better time to embark on a career as a health care professional! The nursing industry has seen a growing demand for skilled, well-trained professionals and Gold Coast Institute of TAFE offers several online programs to cater for this market growth. Gold Coast Institute of TAFE’s online programs accommodate full-time workers and those with a busy lifestyle – and are available no matter where in Australia one may live!

The online Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing) has been designed by experienced industry professionals to ensure graduates enter the workforce with relevant, practical and client-focused skills.

The program combines the best of web-based learning with intensive blocks of on the job experience, and, because students source their own clinical placement, this can be completed at any hospital in Australia.

The advanced diploma is only available to those

who have already completed the diploma of nursing or equivalent and applicants must be eligible for enrolment with state/territory nursing and midwifery regulatory authorities.

The Advanced Diploma of Nursing runs for 12 months on a part-time flexible basis, delivered completely online in an innovative and interactive web-based learning environment. Facilitators are available via email, online forums, online chat rooms/forums, phone or appointment to support students throughout the duration of the program.

Gold Coast Institute of TAFE is also offering a new online short course which is designed to enable Endorsed Enrolled Nurses to advance their current scope of practice to include administering and monitoring IV medication up to and including schedule 8 drugs in a variety of nursing environments.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurses are able to complete this program online over eight weeks fully supported by

expert Registered Nurse Educators who are available via email, phone, chat rooms/forums or by appointment.

All theoretical components of this program are presented online with innovative and entertaining learning tools. The clinical placement component of 20 hours can be completed in your current workplace.

This program is required by Queensland Nursing Council (QNC) to enable Endorsed Enrolled Nurses to administer and monitor IV medication (provided organisational policy permits.)

It is important to make the right decision about where to study. You need to be confident that your qualification will be nationally recognised and the programs have been designed in close consultation with industry representatives. In 2009 Gold Coast Institute of TAFE was recognised as a finalist in the prestigious Community Services and Health Industry Skills Council National Accolades for Excellence.

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Designed by industry experts, Gold Coast Institute of TAFE’s nationally recognised qualifications combine online learning with clinical placement at a local hospital of your choice*. Complete all your theory in the comfort of your own home, when and where you choose!

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Administer and Monitor IV Medications in The Workplace - online • Advance to the latest scope of practice for EEN’s with this flexible web-based course (Queensland Nursing Council recommended).

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Annual National Enrolled Nurse and Nurse Assistant Conference 2010The Southern Region Enrolled Nurse Section welcomes Enrolled Nurses & Nurse Assistants to attend the Annual NZNO National Enrolled Nurse and Nurse Assistant Conference in Dunedin. We promise you a great conference and a great time. The Conference is a great time to catch up with other Enrolled Nurses and Nurse Assistants around New Zealand.

Date: 30th June - 2nd July 2010Venue: University of Otago, Dunedin

South AustraliaAustralian College of Emergency Nursing Contact ACEN Tel: (02) 9629 8688 Fax: (02) ] 9629 8488E: admin@acen.com.au W: www: acen.com

ENPC - Emergency Nurse Paediatric CourseTrauma is the leading cause of death in children. However, acute illness is also a source of unnecessary paediatric death. While national attention has recently focused on the standardisation of trauma care, less effort has been made to standardise emergency paediatric care.

ACEN Members: $605.00 Non Members: $660.00

Date: 28/29 August 2010Venue: Adelaide

The Education Centre, RDNSPh: 08 8208 5300 | Fax: 08 8208 5311E: education@rdns.org.auW: www.rdnseducation.edu.au

Annual Competencies for NursesAn 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..

Cost: $$250.00 (incl. GST)Date: 29 June 2010Venue: Asthma Foundation of SA, 300 South Road, Hilton.

Western AustraliaRoyal College of Nursing, Australia Please contact Emma Rice, Events Project OfficerTel: 1800 061 660 E: expo@rcna.org.au

WA Nursing and Health ExpoMeet with Australia’s leading nursing and health organisations at the Royal College of Nursing, Australia Nursing and Health Expo in Perth, WA. Australia’s leading nursing and health expo gives you the opportunity to find out about all your options in the world of nursing.

Cost: Gold coin donation (optional)Date: Sunday, 25 July 2010Venue: Perth Convention Centre

VictoriaRoyal District Nursing Service (RDNS)Helen Macpherson Smith Institute of Community HealthContact Student Liaison CoordinatorTel: (03) 9536 5241 F: (03) 9536 5300E: getinfo@rdns.com.au W: www.rdns.com.auVenue: RDNS Head Office, 31 Alma Road, St Kilda

Acute Wound Management This one day workshop will provide an opportunity to enhance assessment and management skills related to acute wound management. Topics may include Assessment and management of skin tears, Management of skin grafts, Management of surgical wounds, Use of Topical Negative Pressure and Therapy in wound management.

RDNS Staff: In-service External: $110.00

Date: Tuesday 29 June 2010

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We work on an Oncology/Haematology Ward, in a public

hospital in Melbourne, and are lucky enough to get the privilege to help a patient and their family through what can be a very difficult time. Sometimes that even includes end of life care.

Recently a patient was with us and her family kept a bedside vigil, as her life deteriorated and ended late one night. Her two daughters were by her side when she died. Making one of the hardest calls they have probably had to make, even though her death was inevitable, it is never easy. They called their brother, who then had to tell his father and her husband of many years that his wife was gone.

The husband suffered a major stroke moments after he was told the news. The ANM in charge of the shift told the family to make sure that the son told the responding Ambulance Team what had just happened and to make sure that they bring him to the same hospital.

The ANM then proceeded to call

down to the Emergency Department and notify them of what had happened. The nurse in charge of the ED organised it so the he had a nurse looking after him that would allow her to be out of the ED for a period of time. He was brought to the ED, had his full stroke work up and stabilised.

He accompanied by his ED nurse was brought up to the Oncology/ Haematology ward where she was, their beds were put side by side and he held her hand as she had her last rights read by a priest. The family were able to be together in what was the hardest night of their lives. Tears rolling down the left side of his face that had not been affected by his stroke. He was given the time he needed to say goodbye to his wife, his partner, his best friend.

None of this would have been possible if not for the quick thinking and team work through many departments that made it possible for such a unfortunate incident to be turned into a moment that he and his family will remember forever.

What’s your Story

Going the Extra Mileby Jodie Chaplain

in 2002, Jodie worked at Box Hill Hospital when she did her grad year. Since July 2002, she has worked on the Oncology/Haematology ward where she is now a Clinical Nurse Specialist and loves her job!

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2010 INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE NURSE:A CELEBRATION2010 IYNurse, in recognition of the United Nations Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), seeks to recognize the contributions of nurses globally and to engage nurses in the promotion of world health.

2010 is also the Centennial Year of the death of modern nursing’s founder — Florence Nightingale (1820-1910). To celebrate this historic milestone, the 2010 IYNurse is planned as a sustained public awareness initiative to actively involve the world’s nurses — estimated to be more than 15 million — in a celebration of commitment to bring health to their communities worldwide.

UN Millennium Development Goals 1. Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger. 2. Achieve universal primary education. 3. Promote gender equality and empower women. 4. Reduce child mortality. 5. Improve maternal health. 6. Combat HIV/AIDS, malaria and all communicable and noncommunicable diseases* 7. Ensure environmental sustainability. 8. Develop a global partnership for development.

*2010 IYNurse joins the worldwide call for including this language in MDG #6.

Suggestions for Celebrations & Activities

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Banquet & Picnic EventsCathedral & Interfaith EventsState & Provincial Capital EventsCommunity Health EventsFundraising EventsHospital & Clinic Events

Job Fairs & Recruitment EventsNightingale Award EventsRelated Award EventsSister-Cities EventsUniversity & College Events

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HOW YOU CAN BE INVOLVED • Share your stories and photos of nurses who make a difference through promoting world health. • Post your 2010 IYNurse events on the global calendar at www.2010IYNurse.net. • Increase public and government awareness about health issues — with a focus on the UN MDGs.

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➤ SAUDI ARABIAEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF NURSINGSENIOR NURSE MANAGERS/ADONS: Critical Care (tertiary hospital) & Surgical Services & CardiacDIRECTOR OF NURSING EDUCATIONNURSING SUPERVISORSCLINICAL NURSE EDUCATORS: Skin Integrity/Wound Care Team & IV Therapy teamNURSE EDUCATORSNUMS: ICU-Burns, ICU-Cardiac, ICU-Paeds Cardiac, ICU Neuro, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiac HDU, CCU, Haematology, Haemodialysis, Liver Transplant, Medical, Non-Invasive Cardiac Clinic, Oncology, OR/PACU, OR Cardiac, Paeds Cardiac, Surgical, Trauma ward, VIP-medical/surgical unitASS’T NUMS: ICU-Paeds, ICU-HDU, Cardiac HDU, CCU, ER, L&D, Medical/Surgical, Non-Invasive Cardiac Lab, Obs/Gynae, Oncology, Paeds CardiacCLINICAL NURSE EDUCATORS: ICU-Burns, ICU-Cardiac, ICU-Paeds Cardiac, ICU-General, ICU-Trauma, ICU-Neonates, ICU-Paeds, ICU-HDU, Cardiac Medical HDU, Cardiac Surg HDU, Clinics, ER Adult, ER Paeds, Midwifery, Non-Invasive Cardiac Lab, Nursery, Midwifery, OR Cardiac, PACU, Paeds Cardiac, PICU, Surgical, Wound CareMIDWIVESNURSE COORDINATOR/TEAM LEADERS: Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiac HDU & wards, ER Triage, ER Adult & Paeds, GICU, Haemodialysis, L&D, Liver Transplant HDU, Medical, NICU, Nursery, Oncology Clinic, PACU, Paeds, PCICU, Rehab, Surg TraumaRNs: All areas e.g. Cardiac, Critical Care, ER, HDU, ICU, Liver Transplant unit, Med/Surg, NICU, Oncology, PACU, Paeds, Orthopaedics etc

Just as the reefs of the Red Sea offer evolutionary niches for multitudinous forms of life, the Arabian Gulf’s healthcare infrastructure offers opportunities for every kind of nurse. One of the main advantages of a stint in the Gulf is that you can really develop your nursing skills, through top-notch training courses that are usually either free or heavily subsidised. You can also gain direct experience of clinical conditions more common there than at home - valuable expertise when they do occur at home.The right hospitals are

highly focussed on continuing education and on career development. Because Promesse specialises exclusively in placements to the Arabian Gulf, we know what is on offer at particular hospitals, so we are best equipped to give you the expert advice you’ll need to make the most of the opportunities on offer - see the examples across the page. We really know what we’re talking about - and we’re free and friendly, so if you want the experience of a lifetime, call Christine Kohleis RN or Judit Barta for a chat.

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AUS 1800 002 388 NZ 0800 542 100Email: info@promesse.com.au www.promesse.com.au

experts on the gulf

The magnificent coral reefs of the Red Sea and the neighbouring Arabian Gulf, the most northerly tropical seas, attract recreational divers from all over the world.

Evolve your career in Arabia

experts on the gulf

The magnificent coral reefs of the Red Sea and the neighbouring Arabian Gulf, the most northerly tropical seas, attract recreational divers - many of them nurses - from all over the world.

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CURRENT VACANCIES➤ UNITED ARAB EMIRATESABU DHABIASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSINGNURSE UNIT MANAGERS: ER, ICU Medical ward, CommunityCLINICAL NURSE EDUCATORS: ER, ICU, OR, Trauma WardMIDWIVESRNs & SENIOR RNs: ICU-Cardiac, ICU-General, ICU-Paeds, CCU, ER, Medical, Midwifery, OR, Surgical, Trauma Ward

➤ SAUDI ARABIAEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF NURSINGSENIOR NURSE MANAGERS/ADONS: Critical Care (tertiary hospital) & Surgical Services & CardiacDIRECTOR OF NURSING EDUCATIONNURSING SUPERVISORSCLINICAL NURSE EDUCATORS: Skin Integrity/Wound Care Team & IV Therapy teamNURSE EDUCATORSNUMS: ICU-Burns, ICU-Cardiac, ICU-Paeds Cardiac, ICU Neuro, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiac HDU, CCU, Haematology, Haemodialysis, Liver Transplant, Medical, Non-Invasive Cardiac Clinic, Oncology, OR/PACU, OR Cardiac, Paeds Cardiac, Surgical, Trauma ward, VIP-medical/surgical unitASS’T NUMS: ICU-Paeds, ICU-HDU, Cardiac HDU, CCU, ER, L&D, Medical/Surgical, Non-Invasive Cardiac Lab, Obs/Gynae, Oncology, Paeds CardiacCLINICAL NURSE EDUCATORS: ICU-Burns, ICU-Cardiac, ICU-Paeds Cardiac, ICU-General, ICU-Trauma, ICU-Neonates, ICU-Paeds, ICU-HDU, Cardiac Medical HDU, Cardiac Surg HDU, Clinics, ER Adult, ER Paeds, Midwifery, Non-Invasive Cardiac Lab, Nursery, Midwifery, OR Cardiac, PACU, Paeds Cardiac, PICU, Surgical, Wound CareMIDWIVESNURSE COORDINATOR/TEAM LEADERS: Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiac HDU & wards, ER Triage, ER Adult & Paeds, GICU, Haemodialysis, L&D, Liver Transplant HDU, Medical, NICU, Nursery, Oncology Clinic, PACU, Paeds, PCICU, Rehab, Surg TraumaRNs: All areas e.g. Cardiac, Critical Care, ER, HDU, ICU, Liver Transplant unit, Med/Surg, NICU, Oncology, PACU, Paeds, Orthopaedics etc

Just as the reefs of the Red Sea offer evolutionary niches for multitudinous forms of life, the Arabian Gulf’s healthcare infrastructure offers opportunities for every kind of nurse. One of the main advantages of a stint in the Gulf is that you can really develop your nursing skills, through top-notch training courses that are usually either free or heavily subsidised. You can also gain direct experience of clinical conditions more common there than at home - valuable expertise when they do occur at home.The right hospitals are

highly focussed on continuing education and on career development. Because Promesse specialises exclusively in placements to the Arabian Gulf, we know what is on offer at particular hospitals, so we are best equipped to give you the expert advice you’ll need to make the most of the opportunities on offer - see the examples across the page. We really know what we’re talking about - and we’re free and friendly, so if you want the experience of a lifetime, call Christine Kohleis RN or Judit Barta for a chat.

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AUS 1800 002 388 NZ 0800 542 100Email: info@promesse.com.au www.promesse.com.au

experts on the gulf

The magnificent coral reefs of the Red Sea and the neighbouring Arabian Gulf, the most northerly tropical seas, attract recreational divers from all over the world.

Evolve your career in Arabia

experts on the gulf

The magnificent coral reefs of the Red Sea and the neighbouring Arabian Gulf, the most northerly tropical seas, attract recreational divers - many of them nurses - from all over the world.

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