nursing post - issue 18

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The Career and Education magazine for Nurses and Health Professionals

20 September 2010 - Issue 18

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The Rockhampton Hospital is currently undergoing a $230 million expansion with new wards and additional operating rooms and we are seeking enthusiastic Registered and Enrolled Nurses and Midwives to boost our teams.

We have vacancies across most units due to the expansion, however we are especially looking for staff to work in our renal unit, intensive care unit, surgical ward, medical ward, operating suite, maternity, paediatrics and rehabilitation. liv

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Nurse Unit Manager (Operating Rooms)Central Queensland Health Service is seeking a Nurse Unit Manager (Operating Rooms) to join our team at the Rockhampton Hospital.

To apply email your resume to [email protected] or call Ben Gardiner on (07) 4920 6171 or apply online at www.health.qld.gov.au/cq/nursing

Central Queensland Health Service is seeking Enrolled Nurses, Registered Nurses and Midwives with all levels of experience to join our team at the Rockhampton Hospital.

To apply send your resume to [email protected] or phone Lynn Jaimeson on 0488 706 679 or apply online at www.health.qld.gov.au/cq/nursing

Join the Nursing and Midwifery team at Rockhampton Hospital

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Work where you can escape the hustle and bustle! Only 10 minutes drive anywhere anytime with minimal traffic.

Live where you are in the centre of it all! Only 30 minutes drive to the Capricorn Coast on the Great Barrier Reef and a 50 minute flight to Brisbane.

Welcome to Issue 18!

Just for something different, I decided not to publish a winner for this issues front cover competition. We have received a lot of entries for it, so keep an eye out for the remaining issues for this year to see if you’ve made it on the front cover. Also, I would like to quickly mention that Annie Piper was the reader who had actually submitted the original photo that won in Issue 17. Annie if you are reading this, I would just like to say sorry for omitting your name (wont happen again, promise... :)

As I’ve previously eluded to in previous editorials, the CPD article provided by Ausmed is published in this issue. Turn to page 27 to read the article and complete the quiz that follows to earn 15 CPD minutes. It’s freely available to any nurse who wishes to participate so get your colleagues to read the article so they can earn 15 CPD minutes too.

Our competition to win a $500 shopping spree is coming to an end. Thank you everyone that has signed up so far. Make sure you do sign up by the end of the month if you want to be in the draw to win. As one competition closes, another will begin...shortly! So keep a lookout for upcoming issues when we tell you more!

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Hays Healthcare .................................... 20-21Alliance Health ..................................... 22Oxford Aunts Care ................................. 23Mediserve Nursing Agency .................... 25, 40-41Zest Recruitment ................................... Back Cover

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Next Publication Details: Issue 19: 4 October 2010 Material Deadline: 27 September 2010

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

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MATER MISERICORDIAE HOSPITAL - BUNDABERGOrthopaedic Scrub & Clinical Registered Nurses: the Hospital is seeking to develop a cohesive, dedicated orthopaedic clinical and surgical team to work with Orthopaedic Surgeons. Hours and employment terms are fully negotiable with full-time, part-time and casual positions available that attract a base hourly rate range of $27.51 - $35.35 (casual rate $33.84 - $43.48) dependant on comparable prior service + superannuation and penalties. Enquiries: Adele Wilkinson, Executive O�cer/Director of Nursing, (07) 4153 9403 during business hours or email: [email protected]

MATER MISERICORDIAE HOSPITAL - GLADSTONERegistered Nurse (Scrub): the Hospital is seeking an experienced Scrub Nurse who has current registration with the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Council or ability to attain. Full-time or part-time attracting a base hourly rate range of $27.51-$35.35 dependant on comparable prior service + superannuation and penalties.Registered Midwife: the Hospital is seeking experienced Registered Midwives to provide family-centred nursing care in collaboration with other health professionals and signi�cant other to ensure safe, e�cient and e�ective management of the patient. Full-time, part-time or casual position(s) attracting a base hourly rate range of $27.51-$35.35 (casual rate $33.84-$43.48) dependant on comparable prior service + superannuation and penalties. Enquiries: For more information contact Pam Zions, Manager, on (07) 4971 3755 during business hours or email: [email protected]

MATER MISERICORDIAE HOSPITAL - ROCKHAMPTONRegistered Nurse (Surgical): the Hospital is seeking Registered Nurses with surgical clinical care experience who have current registration with the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Council. Hours and employment terms are fully negotiable with full-time, part-time and casual positions available that attract a base hourly rate range of $27.51-$35.35 (casual rate $33.84 - $43.48) dependant on comparable prior service + superannuation and penalties. Enquiries: Amanda McMaster, Director of Nursing, (07) 4931 3450 during business hours or email: [email protected]

MATER MISERICORDIAE HOSPITAL - MACKAYRegistered Midwife: the Hospital is seeking experienced Registered Midwives to provide family-centred nursing care in collaboration with other health professionals and signi�cant other to ensure safe, e�cient and e�ective management of the patient. Full-time attracting a base hourly rate range of $27.51-$35.35 dependant on comparable prior service + superannuation and penalties. Enquiries: Karen Wade, Director of Nursing, (07) 4965 5411 during business hours or email: [email protected]

“We are an equal opportunity employer”. Apply and/or gain more information about these positions at www.mercycq.com/jobs.

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For a con�dential discussion regarding your Nursing career, call Laurinda now on (02) 9411 7440. Alternatively, send an email to: [email protected]

YOUR WORLD MEDICALAUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

Please log onto www.ywrec.com.au to view a list of current vacancies and register with Yourworld Medical.

Generous bonuses up for grabs.

Welcome to Your World – a young, vibrant organisation with a modern style and a reputation for recruitment excellence. Whether you’re a candidate looking for your next career move, or an employer seeking the best talent, we’re con�dent we can help you achieve your goals. With of�ces in the UK, Dubai, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand, we are well placed to migrate people with key in-demand skills across entire continents.

Friendly, reliable and knowledgeable, we’ll work closely with you to understand your needs and build long lasting and fruitful working relationships built on trust, ef�ciency, honesty and the highest possible standards of customer service.

For more information please call our International Consultant on 02 9411 7440. Alternatively , send an email to [email protected]

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For a con�dential discussion regarding your Nursing career, call Laurinda now on (02) 9411 7440. Alternatively, send an email to: [email protected]

YOUR WORLD MEDICALAUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

Please log onto www.ywrec.com.au to view a list of current vacancies and register with Yourworld Medical.

Generous bonuses up for grabs.

Welcome to Your World – a young, vibrant organisation with a modern style and a reputation for recruitment excellence. Whether you’re a candidate looking for your next career move, or an employer seeking the best talent, we’re con�dent we can help you achieve your goals. With of�ces in the UK, Dubai, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand, we are well placed to migrate people with key in-demand skills across entire continents.

Friendly, reliable and knowledgeable, we’ll work closely with you to understand your needs and build long lasting and fruitful working relationships built on trust, ef�ciency, honesty and the highest possible standards of customer service.

For more information please call our International Consultant on 02 9411 7440. Alternatively , send an email to [email protected]

Nurses…earn up to $55ph! Various

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Seeking a new challenge with development

opportunities…go permanent!

Fancy a new experience…

short-midterm contracts available

nationwide

Aged Care, General Medical/Surgical, ICU, Midwifery…

ongoing and regular shifts available at certain facilities

Clinical Nurse Educators, Clinical Nurse Specialists,

Nurse Unit Managers…

Hospitals & Aged Care Facilities

Emergency, Theatre,

Midwifery…Your World will offer you a fantastic

package

YOUR WORLD MEDICALINTERNATIONAL

Always recruiting new talentIf you’d like to be part of our dedicated nursing team, gain valuable

experience and reward for your hard work we’d love to hear from you.

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Heron Island Resort is a coral cay situated on the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef, and is located 72km o� the city of Gladstone on the

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boasts some of the best diving and snorkeling sites in the world. As an environmental haven, throughout the year you’ll see turtles hatching,

birds breeding, and whales migrating.

We are currently seeking to appoint an experienced Nurse with an excellent attention to detail and uncompromising commitment to

standards work as part of our team. The position includes running the Island’s clinic,

assessing and treating guests, sta� and other visitors to Heron Island.

The successful applicant will be a registered general nurse and have experience in remote and/or emergency nursing situations and the

ability to perform skills such as venepuntucture, medication administration BLS/ ALS and

suturing desirable.

Free of charge on-site accommodation and meals as well as the unique experience of a

lifetime await the successful candidate.

Interested? Contact John JohansenResort General Manager - Heron Island Resort

E : [email protected]: (07) 4972 9055 | F : (07) 4972 0244

Resort Nurse Wanted for Island Paradise

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Are you looking for a nursing opportunity with a difference, on a beautiful tropical island!?

Daydream Island Resort and Spa is seeking two enthusiastic Full time Registered Nurses to join our team and provide an essential service for our Resort Guests and Employees.

The successful applicant will be a quali�ed Registered Nurse with experience in Emergency Department and or Rural/Remote experience, computer literate and able to make comprehensive patient assessments for a wide variety of medical conditions. Current First Aid Certi�cate preferred.

These positions are live on island roles being on call after hours. One position is a job share position between Daydream Island and another beautiful island in the Whitsundays.

In return, we offer a competitive hourly rate, free accommodation and meals whilst on shift, a great team environment and a challenge like no other!

To rejuvenate your career, please send your application to:

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Charterhouse Medical is a leading provider of Sta�ng Solutions throughout Australia and internationally. We place nurses into Public and Private Hospitals, Medical Centres, Aged Care Facilities and Preventive Health Clinics. At Charterhouse Medical you will be appreciated for your skills and experience and pampered because we care. We pride ourselves on being friendly and professional.

We are currently seeking experienced Midwives, Registered Nurses, Endorsed Enrolled Nurses and Enrolled Nurses. You determine when and where you want to work.

By choosing Charterhouse Medical you will have access to the following:• Above award rates when working in private facilities• Additional bonus for working in public hospitals• Flexible start and finish times• Preferred supplier agreements• International Placements• Rural and remote placements• Medical Centres and Preventive Health Clinics• 457 sponsorship *conditions apply• Refer a friend bonus *conditions apply

If you are interested in working for Charterhouse Medical or would like further information, please contact Cassandra on (02) 9641 2438

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wherever we’re needed.

current opportunities Puckapunyal, VictoriaI

Registered Nurses

Aspen Medical has been contracted by the Australian Department of Defence to provide all health services at the Puckapunyal Military Area (PMA), a major Australian Army training base situated near Seymour, Victoria, 100km north of Melbourne.

The PMA has a permanent population of 1,100 personnel. The following positions are currently available:

A number of experienced registered nurses (Div 1) are required to provide nursing and related services to Australian Defence Force personnel within a low dependency care environment at the Puckapunyal Health Centre. Appropriate qualifications and unconditional professional registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria is essential.

Become part of Australia’s fastest growing company

For more information contact:Louise Bambury02 6203 9500 or [email protected]

Flexible working conditionsLow dependency care environmentGenerous remuneration packageWorking with a dynamic multidisciplinary teamWorking with Defence Force Personnel

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wherever we’re needed.

current opportunities Puckapunyal, VictoriaI

Registered Nurses

Aspen Medical has been contracted by the Australian Department of Defence to provide all health services at the Puckapunyal Military Area (PMA), a major Australian Army training base situated near Seymour, Victoria, 100km north of Melbourne.

The PMA has a permanent population of 1,100 personnel. The following positions are currently available:

A number of experienced registered nurses (Div 1) are required to provide nursing and related services to Australian Defence Force personnel within a low dependency care environment at the Puckapunyal Health Centre. Appropriate qualifications and unconditional professional registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria is essential.

Become part of Australia’s fastest growing company

For more information contact:Louise Bambury02 6203 9500 or [email protected]

Flexible working conditionsLow dependency care environmentGenerous remuneration packageWorking with a dynamic multidisciplinary teamWorking with Defence Force Personnel

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Get involved.Call 1300 MYRAHC or apply online at rahc.com.au

We need Registered Nurses to fill short-term paid placements in the NT for as little as three weeks.

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CLINICAL RN RESOURCE NURSE $80k++, Sunshine CoastRequired to support RN, EN and carers across 7 facilities, your support and skills are needed to train, facilitate and educate... DEMENTIA RN Goldcoast In charge of 30 low/high dementia patients all mobile, beautiful facility...

AGED CARE RN Goldcoast Mainly evening shifts supervising RN with signi�cant aged care experience...

AGED CARE LEADERSWe are looking for Management Registered Nurses and experienced RN ready to step up. Also seeking general Nursing Managers to take on challenging roles in Australia. CARE DIRECTOR REHABILITATION Private Hospital, Sunshine CoastClinical and �nancial responsibility leading a “Centre of Excellence”. Liaising with medical practitioners, understanding needs and developing Services to meet them. Must have previous Rehab experience. CARE MANAGER $86k , GoldcoastFantastic opportunity to join a superior company in a well established facility with 126beds - mix of high care, low care and special care. This is one of 2 clinical leadership positions, for job spec and further info please send through your resume, interviewing NOW!

THEATRE NURSES Private Hospital and Public – CanberraContemporary style settings... * Scrub / scout * Anaesthetics * Recovery * Endoscopy nursesYOU choose the shifts either: Fulltime, part time or casual. Weekends only or twilight shifts available

FACILITY MANAGERS $80-100K Neg + Tax Bene�ts Dynamic leader with ability to mentor a multifaceted team and to manage a large residential aged care facility and retirement village. Dedicated to excellence... 3 years senior management minimum. CARE MANAGER $70-85k, Hervey Bay QLDRight on the beach... walks with residences along the esplanade...In Charge of the general operations of the village and the sta�, you will need to be an experienced aged care RN reporting to a Business Manager and have strong leadership and clinical management. Quality Managers$85k++, Sunshine Coast Managing the quality care and improving systems across 7 facilities... This is not for the faint hearted real leadership required, strong clinical support from Management...

Absolute Recruit Australia has set up with you in mind, we like to assist you in �nding the right opportunity. We have roles in Queensland, on the Goldcoast, Hervey Bay, Bundaberg, Toowoomba, NSW, Perth and Melbourne. I am a RGON and have 20 years in executive recruitment in London, NZ and Australia and will use my skills to help you...

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UK HORIZONS A GOOD CAREER MOVE

Develop your career in an environment different to your own whilst adding a unique experience to your CV – not to mention your life. We have a number of clients in the UK who are looking for experienced nurses who have trained and worked in Australia. Below are some of our current vacancies:

Exclusive partnership with prestigious hospital West London, generous salaries + benefits

As the UK’s recruiting experts we are working in partnership with Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Foundation Trust, the largest specialist heart and lung centre in the UK and among the largest in Europe, to recruit qualified nursing professionals for their hospital located in the exclusive area of Chelsea in West London. They are looking for Nurses specialising in Scrubs, Paediatrics and Cardiothoracic.

Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Foundation Trust offers you the chance to work with many of the world’s leading cardio respiratory experts providing cutting edge and complex care and treatment. To achieve this it places great emphasis on continuing education and professional development.

These are fantastic opportunities offering job security, fantastic career progression, competitive salaries and extensive bonuses. Interviews are being held as candidates become available and sponsorship is obtainable for appropriate applicants.

Adventurous General Medical Nurses Various locations

With vacancies across the UK’s metropolitan and rural areas you can choose your lifestyle. Whether you have a thirst for the fantastically frantic life of London where there is something new every day or a desire for the peaceful life abounding with picturesque woodlands and rolling hills crosshatched by stonewall fences.

Hays has established relationships with a number of NHS and private hospitals across England, giving you the chance to use your specialist skills and expertise in different areas, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in some of the best Trusts and organisations. Taking responsibility for a changing caseload, you’ll ensure the highest levels of patient care.

To be eligible for any of our temporary nurse positions, you should have advanced interpersonal skills coupled with excellence in clinical practice. A propensity to be a self starter and enthusiasm to contribute to the company’s common goals will be highly regarded.

Motivated Critical Care Nurse North London

This challenging and rewarding Locum Senior Intensive Care Nurse role in North London will demonstrate your leadership and specialist knowledge of Intensive Care, in a senior role delivering exceptional standards of patient care in advanced surroundings.

Based in North West London, you will be in easy reach of central London, Middlesex and the Home counties. You will join a busy department in a leading high quality hospital as part of the largest UK independent provider of healthcare, benefitting from the latest technology and outstanding facilities.

As a specialist ICU Nurse you will support the team and directly contribute to the day to day running of the unit. You will use your specialist experience to provide critical care to patients as a competent practitioner in the area of specialist practice.

Taking your expertise abroad offers an exceptional opportunity to indulge in the culture and history of the beautiful United Kingdom, whilst gaining memories to last a lifetime and enviable international experience.Our standing in the market, coupled with the demand for skilled Healthcare staff, is such that we have a local Australian team dedicated to helping Aussie and Kiwi Nurses to relocate and secure work in the UK. Whether you want a permanent role offering job security and career progression or a working holiday experience with the freedom and flexibility of agency work, Hays will work with you to find the right role.Currently there is a need for all nurses with a minimum of one years post grad experience, however nurses who specialise in Theatre (Anesthetic, Scrub/Scout & Recovery), Critical Care, Emergency, Paediatrics, Oncology and General Medical/Surgical are in particularly high demand.Hays offers a range of benefits including 500 Pounds to agency workers to help cover their registration and relocation costs (contact your consultant for eligibility), 28 days paid holiday leave, free police checks and assistance setting up a UK Bank Account and National Insurance number. If you are travelling with friends we also offer a generous refer a friend bonus.Contact your local consultant to learn more about how we can make your move abroad less stressful and more rewarding.

QLD / NT Rose Holden 07 3243 [email protected]

NSW / WAPatrycia Lowicki03 8562 [email protected]

VIC / SA / TAS / NZ Kerrie Smith 03 8562 4288 or 0800 001 718 (Free Call NZ) [email protected]

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UK HORIZONS A GOOD CAREER MOVE

Develop your career in an environment different to your own whilst adding a unique experience to your CV – not to mention your life. We have a number of clients in the UK who are looking for experienced nurses who have trained and worked in Australia. Below are some of our current vacancies:

Exclusive partnership with prestigious hospital West London, generous salaries + benefits

As the UK’s recruiting experts we are working in partnership with Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Foundation Trust, the largest specialist heart and lung centre in the UK and among the largest in Europe, to recruit qualified nursing professionals for their hospital located in the exclusive area of Chelsea in West London. They are looking for Nurses specialising in Scrubs, Paediatrics and Cardiothoracic.

Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Foundation Trust offers you the chance to work with many of the world’s leading cardio respiratory experts providing cutting edge and complex care and treatment. To achieve this it places great emphasis on continuing education and professional development.

These are fantastic opportunities offering job security, fantastic career progression, competitive salaries and extensive bonuses. Interviews are being held as candidates become available and sponsorship is obtainable for appropriate applicants.

Adventurous General Medical Nurses Various locations

With vacancies across the UK’s metropolitan and rural areas you can choose your lifestyle. Whether you have a thirst for the fantastically frantic life of London where there is something new every day or a desire for the peaceful life abounding with picturesque woodlands and rolling hills crosshatched by stonewall fences.

Hays has established relationships with a number of NHS and private hospitals across England, giving you the chance to use your specialist skills and expertise in different areas, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in some of the best Trusts and organisations. Taking responsibility for a changing caseload, you’ll ensure the highest levels of patient care.

To be eligible for any of our temporary nurse positions, you should have advanced interpersonal skills coupled with excellence in clinical practice. A propensity to be a self starter and enthusiasm to contribute to the company’s common goals will be highly regarded.

Motivated Critical Care Nurse North London

This challenging and rewarding Locum Senior Intensive Care Nurse role in North London will demonstrate your leadership and specialist knowledge of Intensive Care, in a senior role delivering exceptional standards of patient care in advanced surroundings.

Based in North West London, you will be in easy reach of central London, Middlesex and the Home counties. You will join a busy department in a leading high quality hospital as part of the largest UK independent provider of healthcare, benefitting from the latest technology and outstanding facilities.

As a specialist ICU Nurse you will support the team and directly contribute to the day to day running of the unit. You will use your specialist experience to provide critical care to patients as a competent practitioner in the area of specialist practice.

Taking your expertise abroad offers an exceptional opportunity to indulge in the culture and history of the beautiful United Kingdom, whilst gaining memories to last a lifetime and enviable international experience.Our standing in the market, coupled with the demand for skilled Healthcare staff, is such that we have a local Australian team dedicated to helping Aussie and Kiwi Nurses to relocate and secure work in the UK. Whether you want a permanent role offering job security and career progression or a working holiday experience with the freedom and flexibility of agency work, Hays will work with you to find the right role.Currently there is a need for all nurses with a minimum of one years post grad experience, however nurses who specialise in Theatre (Anesthetic, Scrub/Scout & Recovery), Critical Care, Emergency, Paediatrics, Oncology and General Medical/Surgical are in particularly high demand.Hays offers a range of benefits including 500 Pounds to agency workers to help cover their registration and relocation costs (contact your consultant for eligibility), 28 days paid holiday leave, free police checks and assistance setting up a UK Bank Account and National Insurance number. If you are travelling with friends we also offer a generous refer a friend bonus.Contact your local consultant to learn more about how we can make your move abroad less stressful and more rewarding.

QLD / NT Rose Holden 07 3243 [email protected]

NSW / WAPatrycia Lowicki03 8562 [email protected]

VIC / SA / TAS / NZ Kerrie Smith 03 8562 4288 or 0800 001 718 (Free Call NZ) [email protected]

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Nursing education in Arabia- learn while you work and play.

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FREECALL 1800 002 388 AUS0800 542 100 NZwww.promesse.com.auEmail: [email protected]

Hi everyone,

Maintaining and developing professional standards through continuing education is an important consideration for nurses today. Nurses considering working at a hospital in the Middle East want to understand the educational opportunities and support available at hospitals in the Gulf states such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar. So I thought I would address this issue.

With such high demand for skilled nurses across the Gulf due to expansion and upgrading across the region, there is a strong incentive for hospitals to provide good Continuing Professional Education (CPE) opportunities because they are keen to upskill their nursing workforce. Furthermore they want to retain staff and, if they are capable, promote them into more senior roles. Having said that, some hospitals are obviously better than others in this regard, just like back home. We can help you with this because we know which hospitals and institutions offer the best educational opportunities and support.

Assuming that you go to work at a hospital we recommend, then the CPE courses can be really exceptional.

• There is a huge variety of courses on offer,

• The courses are internationally certified, typically out of the US

• Many courses are highly subsidised, if not completely free, so that they are very inexpensive compared with Australia or NZ.

Typically, the acuity of the patients you would be dealing with is quite high, compared to Australian or New Zealand standards, with complex co-morbidities being common. You will often see diseases and medical conditions that are quite rare back home and so you will gain unique clinical experience that would take years to develop at home.

The other important point is that you are not just left to your own devices in the units. The hospitals we recommend typically have a clinical educator in each unit who will help you convert your book learning into sound and effective clinical practice.

Educational resources can be really top notch. Many hospitals have well stocked and resourced library and resource centres including extensive online access catering to on-campus medical and nursing colleges which hospital staff can also utilise.

Having all these educational opportunities available is one thing but for many nurses at home, finding time to devote to study is very difficult. In the Gulf, it is easier because our nurses find they have so much more free time. Getting to and from work is usually

very quick and since most services are provided by the hospital you don’t spend much time on chores. The social life can be fairly full-on so you might need to show some self discipline.

Also, many nurses successfully undertake formal postgraduate studies such as a Graduate Certificate or a Masters degree and it is quite possible to do this with tertiary educational institutions or universities in Australia while working in the Gulf. Apart from the advantages mentioned above of undertaking this in the Gulf, the other major advantage is that you will be able to afford to pay for (say) your Masters degree because your disposable income is so much higher in the Gulf.

Overall the learning and educational opportunities are really first-rate whether it be through clinical experience, CPE courses or formal post-grad qualifications. I know from my own personal experience of working in Saudi Arabia for several years, that I definitely came back a more skilled and capable nurse and I have very often heard the same report from the nurses whom I and my team have placed in the region over the last 10 years.

Regards

ChrisChristine Kohleis RN Recruitment Director Promesse

There’s plenty of time to study!

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The Nursing Process: Assessment, Diagno-sis, Planning, Intervention and Evaluation (ADPIE)

1. The first step is to assess the physical, emotional and social aspects of a patient to determine if there are any ongoing health conditions, or other concerns. If a wholistic care plan is to be achieved, assessment needs to be comprehensive and include psychosocial and spiritual considerations as well as physical concerns.

2. The second step involves formulating a nursing diagnosis. This identifies the existing, and potential problems of individual patients. It also acts as a guide for developing appropriate nursing interventions.

3. The third step is the planning stage, which is based on the nursing diag-noses. Here you will need to consider:• what are the nursing care and

management steps that need to be made in order to fully or partially resolve the identified problems?

• in which priority should they be listed in the care plan?

• how to document the nursing interventions that, in conjunction with the treatment orders and medical diagnosis, are most likely to benefit the

patient. • that, whenever appropriate, the

rationale behind your decisions is evidence-based.

4. The fourth step is the implementation of the nursing care plan. This stage is based on your assessment, your nursing diagnoses and your plan of action and includes:• your observations • your nursing knowledge• clinical reasoning • evidence-based choices.Altogether, this underpins and guides the documentation of what is to be implemented in response to each of the identified problems.

5. The final step is evaluation. This is where the outcomes of previously implemented nursing care are assessed and measured in order to determine what was of benefit to the patient. Problems that have not responded - or have only partially been resolved – are also evaluated and the missing characteristics identified. The knowledge gained from evaluating and measuring any unsuccessful nursing intervention becomes a guide towards new assessments and the formulation of a revised care plan for the patient.

Care Planning: The Who, What, Why and How of Nursing Care Plans for PatientsCare planning encompasses multiple and diverse nursing theories. They are developed with a well-established series of steps called the nursing process. The process of patient care planning is a system for obtaining the appropriate nursing diagnosis for the patient, choosing appropriate interventions, acting accordingly, and evaluating the results of the interventions. Re-planning and re-evaluation may be required for complex care problems.

Making A Care Plan: A Short Step-By-Step Guide

Adapted from PowerPoint presentation available to members of Ausmed’s Online education service at: www.AusmedOnline.com

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NANDA, NOC & NIC: A universal languageNANDA diagnoses, NOC outcomes, and NIC interventions give nurses a universal language for care planning (Hughes, et al., 2008).

NANDA: The North American Nursing Diagnosis Association exists solely to develop and define nursing diagnoses that are used all around the world. Their research produces evidence-based diagnoses in the hopes of improving patient care and safety (NANDA, 2010). It has been widely adopted by the Australian nursing profession.

NOC: Nursing Outcomes Classification is similar, except that the classified 330 nursing outcomes relate to the nursing diagnoses and interventions. They are a standardized and evidence-based way to define how successful the interventions were for the patient. They become an integral part of the evaluation process when developing care plans.

NIC: Nursing Interventions Classification is another system of classification, with a focus on nursing interventions. They are standardized and as such, are the logical next step after the nursing diagnosis has been defined for each problem. They also promote evidence-based decisions to guide care and provide a common language between nurses in all areas and many countries.

How do nursing diagnoses differ from medical diagnoses?Definition: “A nursing diagnosis is a clinical judgment about individual, family, or community experiences and responses to actual or potential health problems and life processes” (NANDA, 2010).

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Documentation TipsDocumentation must always be honest, accurate and comprehensive. Here are some general do’s and don’ts concerning documentation:

• DO chart as soon as possible after the fact, so that everything that happened is remembered. If immediate recording of observations and facts is not possible, keep comprehensive notes to refer to later.

• DO sign and date all charting so that there is no question as to who wrote the documentation.

• If altering or creating a care plan on a paper template, DO make sure that any changes or additions are initialled.

• Documentation by exception may be acceptable in some facilities or situations; it may not be the best way to chart. For example, writing that “…the breath sounds were auscultated to both bases with no adventitious sounds identified” shows that the chest was fully assessed.

• DON’T use white-out in documentation. Instead, draw one line through the error, write the word error above it and add initials. Records written by nurses are considered legal documents.

• TRY TO AVOID using the term “normal” in charting, as it does not describe what is the interpretation of normal. Instead, describe what was found. For example, charting that the patient’s skin was normal is not ideal. It is more accurate to record that “…the patient’s skin was pink, warm, dry and intact”.

• Including relevant details when documenting patient care is always better than omitting such details.

REFERENCES

Hughes, J.R; Lloyd, D; Clark, J (2008) A Conceptual Model for Nursing Information. International Journal of Nursing Terminologies and Classifications. Volume 19 (Issue 2), Pages 48 – 56.

North American Nursing Diagnosis Association (2010). Nursing diagnosis. Frequently asked questions. Retrieved from http://www.nanda.org/NursingDiagnosisFAQ.aspx.

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Questions1. A patient has diarrhoea. A potential nursing diagnosis would be:

A. C.difficileB. weight loss C. diarrhoeaD. infection

2. You are assessing a patient’s chest at the start of the shift. Respirations are noiseless, non-laboured and are at a rate of 18 per minute. What should you chart?

A. respirations normal B. respirations unlaboured C. I would chart nothing; the respirations are unremarkable D. respirations18/min, deep, easy and noiseless

3. The nursing process requires critical thinking. True or false?A. true B. false

Answers 1) The answer is ‘C’, diarrhoea. ‘A’ is a medical diagnosis, ‘B’ is a potential symptom of diarrhoea and ‘D’ is a potential cause for the diarrhoea.

2) The answer is ‘D’. It fully describes the assessment and the assessment’s findings. ‘A’ assumes that we all describe normal the same way, ‘B’ describes only a portion of the assessment, and ‘C’ is an example of charting by exception, which would be no help to a nurse examining her charting in court years later.

3) The answer is ‘A’, true. The nursing process, and all nursing behaviours, should involve critical thinking.

By reading this fact sheet and successfully completing the quiz questions you have earned 15 minutes towards your Continuing Professional Development, if you have identified a need to revise the nursing process as part of your CPD plan. This should only be considered professional development if the

activity is relevant to your ‘context of practice’.

DOCUMENTING YOUR CPDsAusmed’s Free CPD Organiser will assist you with your CPD documentation and quickly take you through the correct process of recording. The CPD Organiser is available at: AusmedOnline.com.

CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) INFORMATION

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Continuing Professional Development CNnect online CPD is here

CPD hours!

WHAT? The College of Nursing Online Continuing Professional Development courses.

WHY? Because you can manage your continuing professional development in your time, at your pace and in your space.

WHEN? Available now.

WHERE? They’re online! You undertake the course wherever you are! Go to: http://cnnectcpd.nursing.edu.au

AUTOMATED PAYMENT Pay online for instant access.

BENEFIT YOUR PRACTICE Start your course immediately 24 / 7.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETIONPrint your certificate online after course completion.

A range of online courses is available, with more on the way, including:

• Respiratory assessment • Abdominal assessment

• Cardiac assessment • Wound assessment

• Neurological assessment: Using the Glasgow Coma Scale

• Neurological assessment: Cranial nerve, motor and sensory

Course fee: $99.00 per online course

Please check the College website www.nursing.edu.au for a full list of courses currently available. For more information Phone: 02 9745 7500 or Email: [email protected] (When phoning please quote NP1010)

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The Shifting Sands of Transplantation Conference

Wednesday 20th (evening) - Friday 22nd October 2010

Sea World Resort & Water Park

The 2010 Transplant Nurses Association (TNA) Conference will welcome all people working within the Australasian or International transplant �eld particularly nurses, allied health workers and other health care professionals, who share interest in the nursing, the psycho-social, the scienti�c , the ethical, and the global aspects, trends of and in�uences upon; transplantation. Expect a dizzying array of poster and oral presentations, from Invited Speakers, TNA Members and Others. The broad appeal of “The Shifting Sands” will capture the interest of a diverse audience who embrace the adage: “Look back to the early transplant shore, look towards the transplant horizon, be in awe of the transplant sea, be both its servant and its master.”

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AustralasianMidwifery Expo

National Association of Childbirth Educators (Queensland Branch)

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Welcome to the 4th Midwifery Expo and 12th National Association of Childbirth Educators (NACE) Biennial Conference.

‘Bump, birth & beyond – a road to discovery’ will be a two and a half day journey with exciting and prestigious speakers from Australia, New Zealand and the USA. Keynote presenters will engage you on topics and research ranging from preconception to childbirth, including breastfeeding, parenting and program development for diverse populations.

Whether you are looking for inspiration to boost your childbirth education skills or you are searching for a fresh view of the ‘bump & birth’ environment, we are sure our conference will cater to your needs. Come and join us on this amazing road to discovery!

Sarah Moulton, National President, National Association of Childbirth Educators (NACE)

20th – 22nd October 2010Brisbane Convention &

Exhibition Centre

BUMPBIRTH & BEYOND

...a road to discovery

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ANZICS/ACCCN Intensive Care ASM 2010The 35th Australian and New Zealand Meeting on Intensive Care

and the 16th Annual Paediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care ConferenceIntensive Care – getting it right:

the right treatment, for the right patient, at the right intensity

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

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University of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW, Australia

2010 CREATING SYNERGY DRUG AND ALCOHOL CONFERENCE

3 - 5 November

www.creatingsynergy.org.au

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Sydney(02) 9290 2700

Melbourne(03) 9629 3780

Perth(08) 9325 1332

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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 or call one of our

of�ces throughout Australia

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 email: [email protected]

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.Liina (Brisbane) on (07) 3229 2528 email: [email protected] Stephanie (Sydney) on (02) 9290 2700 email: [email protected]

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 email: [email protected]

Darwin, Perth & MelbourneNumerous vacancies in Royal Darwin and Darwin Private hospitals and various positions available for Nurses in Perth and Melbourne Metro Hospitals. Irene (Darwin) on (08) 8981 2446 email: [email protected] (Perth) on: (08) 9325 1332 email: [email protected] Rima (Melbourne) on (03) 9629 3780 email: [email protected]

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Sydney(02) 9290 2700

Melbourne(03) 9629 3780

Perth(08) 9325 1332

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Brisbane(07) 3229 2528

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Calling AllJoin the Preferred Supplier

of Nurses today!So why worry about your next shift?

Relax when you join Mediserve Nursing AgencyToday!

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 or call one of our

of�ces throughout Australia

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 email: [email protected]

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.Liina (Brisbane) on (07) 3229 2528 email: [email protected] Stephanie (Sydney) on (02) 9290 2700 email: [email protected]

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 email: [email protected]

Darwin, Perth & MelbourneNumerous vacancies in Royal Darwin and Darwin Private hospitals and various positions available for Nurses in Perth and Melbourne Metro Hospitals. Irene (Darwin) on (08) 8981 2446 email: [email protected] (Perth) on: (08) 9325 1332 email: [email protected] Rima (Melbourne) on (03) 9629 3780 email: [email protected]

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Meet the team who can launch your own Arabian voyage of discovery Come and meet the senior nursing team from King Abdulaziz Medical Cities - the largest and most influential hospital group in the Middle East. They will arrive next month for a whirlwind recruiting tour.Our visitors from Saudi are offering a wide range of career opportunities in a range of specialties at all levels of seniority from RNs with 2+ years experience up to senior nursing managers. These are all located in the well-known and respected National Guard hospitals and they attract substantial expatriate salary and benefit packages. The KAMC team will be talking about their many superb career opportunities and giving you the facts on:✓ Leading tax-free salaries✓ Recontracting and service bonuses✓ Good opportunities for career advancement✓ Free accommodation and recreation ✓ 7 weeks annual leave✓ Free air tickets twice per year ✓ Free healthcare, uniforms & utilities✓ Strong educational support.

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Meet the team who can launch your own Arabian voyage of discovery Come and meet the senior nursing team from King Abdulaziz Medical Cities - the largest and most influential hospital group in the Middle East. They will arrive next month for a whirlwind recruiting tour.Our visitors from Saudi are offering a wide range of career opportunities in a range of specialties at all levels of seniority from RNs with 2+ years experience up to senior nursing managers. These are all located in the well-known and respected National Guard hospitals and they attract substantial expatriate salary and benefit packages. The KAMC team will be talking about their many superb career opportunities and giving you the facts on:✓ Leading tax-free salaries✓ Recontracting and service bonuses✓ Good opportunities for career advancement✓ Free accommodation and recreation ✓ 7 weeks annual leave✓ Free air tickets twice per year ✓ Free healthcare, uniforms & utilities✓ Strong educational support.

Whatever your specialty, there will be opportunities of interest, so book your spot right away - contact Christine Kohleis RN or Judit Barta. If you aren’t able to attend an Information Session, call anyway as we will organise telephone interviews or make other arrangements.

FREECALL AUS 1800 002 388 NZ 0800 542 100Email: [email protected] www.promesse.com.au

experts on the gulf

INFO SESSIONS/INTERVIEWS

• SYDNEY • BRISBANE • MELBOURNE • AUCKLAND SEE OUR OTHER AD ON PAGE 3

FOR DETAILS

A traditional wooden fi shing dhow cruising the Arabian Gulf

➤ UNITED ARAB EMIRATESDUBAI CLINICAL NURSE EDUCATORS: TraumaRNs & Snr RNs: ER, OR, ICU, Trauma ABU DHABINUMS: ER, ICUCLINICAL NURSE EDUCATORS: ER, ICU, Trauma MIDWIVES RNs & Snr RNs: Endoscopy, ER, CCU, ICU-General, ICU-Cardiac, ICU-Transplant, Med/Surg, Midwives, OR.➤ SAUDI ARABIASENIOR NURSE MANAGERS/ADONS: Cardiac & Emergency & Oncology (Tertiary Hospital),DIRECTOR OF NURSING EDUCATIONNURSING SUPERVISORSNURSE MANAGER INFORMATICSNURSE MANAGER EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTSNURSE EDUCATORSCLINICAL NURSE EDUCATORS:NUMs: CCU, ER, ICU-Cardiac, ICU-General, ICU-Paeds Cardiac, ICU-Paeds, ICU-Trauma, ICU-Neonates, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiac Medical HDU, Cardiac Surgery HDU, Medical, Oncology, OR/PACU,

OR-Cardiac, Surgical, PACU, Paeds, Trauma ASS’T NUMs: Bone Marrow Transplant, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiac-HDU, Cardiac Telemetry, ER, OR, Paeds Cardiac, ICU-Paeds, OR/PACU, Non-Invasive Cardiac Lab, OncologyCLINICAL NURSE EDUCATORS: Cardiac HDU, ER, ICU-Adult, ICU-Trauma, ICU-Burns, ICU-Cardiac, Med/Surg, Midwifery, NICU, OR, PACU, PICU, Paeds, Paeds Cardiac HDU, L&DMIDWIVESNURSE COORDINATORS / TEAM LEADERS: ER, ER Trauma, CCU, Critical Care - all areas, Cardiac, Cardiac OR, Medical & Surgical, HDU, Haemodialysis, PACU, Oncology etc.RNs: All areas - Cardiac, Crit Care, Gynae, ER, ICU, HDU, Med, Surgical, NICU, OR, PACU, Liver Transplant, Oncology, Paeds

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