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NurseWorks is the education and training service of SwingShift Nurses Agency. NurseWorks provides quality professional development for nurses and other health care professionals so they are able to build upon existing abilities and develop new skills and knowledge. Education and training offered by NurseWorks is specifically focused on practical application of new knowledge so that all participants can expect to experience a higher level of competence and satisfaction in their clinical work.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) The Nurses Board of Victoria requires all nurses to complete a minimum 30 hrs of Continuing Professional Development. SwingShift Nurses has determined the following components must be completed on an annual basis:
SwingShift Nurses will provide
opportunities for agency staff to undergo this training. To register your interest in any of the refresher training email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone 03 9481 7222.
NurseWorks is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) offering nationally accredited courses for both agency members and the general public. Statement's of Attainment are issued on completion of the course identifying the Nationally Recognised competencies from the Community and Health Services training package. Students may apply Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) by contacting the NurseWorks Manager. NurseWorks trainers have:
Certificate IV Division 2 Nurse Post Registration Course - Mental Health Module Course Overview: The aim of the course is to develop knowledge and skills for Division 2 nurses in the area of mental health so they are able to work more confidently and effectively with people with mental illness who are receiving treatment in the hospital or community setting. Course Competencies: HLTEN502A - Apply Effective Communication Skills in Nursing Practice HLTEN510A - Implement and Monitor Nursing Care for Consumers with Mental Health Conditions HLTEN410A - Deliver Nursing Care to Consumers with Mental Health Issues HLTEN402A - Communicate Effectively in a Nursing Role Course Duration: 6 Months Course Content: 10 x 4 hr theory sessions (one 4 hr session every 2-3 weeks), covering topics such as Signs and Symptoms of major mental illness, understanding of the mental status examination, development of communication skills, interview techniques, and the legal rights of people requiring mental health care. Clinical time is performed in their usual workplace (minimum of 1 shift per week). Assessment will be conducted in the workplace and via written work throughout the course. Cost: $1200 Selection criteria: Division 2 nurses registered with the Nurses Board of Victoria 2 proffesional referees and an appropriate level of clinical experience in a health care setting Download application form
Advanced
PCA course
Course overview: The course is designed to develop the knowledge and skills of PCA's to allow them to work more confidently and effectively with people who are receiving treatment in the hospital, community and health care setting. The course is suitable for PCA's who wish to increase their mental health knowledge, increase their knowledge and skills when working in the home environment, and increase their in knowledge and skills to be able assist in self medication. Course competencies: CHCCS9A - Provide Support to Clients CHCCS304A - Assist with Self Medication Course duration: 4 months Course content: The theory component is conducted by completing 40 hrs of theory (broken down into 10 x 4hr sessions. Students may miss 2 sessions only (one medication and one mental health session) before additional course work or equivalent is required to graduate. Clinical time is performed in their usual workplace (minimum of 1 shift per week) Assessments for the course include worksheets after theory sessions, a workplace assessment (conducted in their usual workplace) and completion of a reflective journal during the course. A theory test for medications is required. Cost: $500 Selection criteria PCA (Cert III Aged Care Work or similar) 1 professional referee and appropriate level of clinical experience in a health care setting. Download application form Links Office of Training and Tertiary Education (RTO registering authority) Nurses Board Victoria Information and resources for nurses worldwide http://www.nurses.info/education.htm For more information contact the NurseWorks Manager on 9481-7222 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it |
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