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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250206T183000
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SUMMARY:Working Together - Enhancing Palliative Care in General Practice
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin this practical session to strengthen your palliative care approach in the community. \n\n\n\nDesigned for GPs\, Practice Nurses\, and Practice Managers\, this webinar will help build palliative care capacity and improve patient support in general practice and residential aged care homes (RACHs). \n\n\n\nLocal palliative care experts will cover practical information across: \n\n\n\n\nSupporting multicultural shared decision-making in palliative care\n\n\n\nAdvance care planning\n\n\n\nLocalised models of care\n\n\n\nSuccessful palliative care case studies\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and collaborate with palliative care providers to enhance care for your patients. \n\n\n\nGuest Speakers \n\n\n\n\nEastern Palliative Care\, Dr Chien Lin & Dr Katie Tham\n\n\n\nEastern Health Advance Care Planning Team\, Sam Brean & Kelly Habjan\n\n\n\nVictorian Palliative Care Advice Service\, Esther McMillian-Drendel\n\n\n\nCamberwell Road Medical Practice\, Dr Malcolm Clark
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/working-together-enhancing-palliative-care-in-general-practice/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T200000
DTSTAMP:20241220T023714Z
CREATED:20241220T023711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T023714Z
UID:10000142-1739385000-1739390400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Improving Childhood Asthma Management (ICAM) Community of Practice - Back to School 2025
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis community of practice (CoP) session will focus on asthma action plans (AAPs)\, communicating with schools and managing asthma in children and adolescents in a school based setting. There will be case studies included in this CoP. \n\n\n\nCommunity of practice (CoP) sessions aim to improve clinician confidence in managing childhood asthma\, and foster collaboration between asthma care services in the inner west of Melbourne\, the Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH)\, Asthma Australia and the National Asthma Council Australia. Discussions and findings can also be applied to the wider childhood asthma community.  \n\n\n\nThe CoP provides an opportunity for all asthma care providers managing children to come together to improve their clinical knowledge and confidence. The sessions build the confidence of clinicians to access resources and services to better link patients into the system.  \n\n\n\nParticipants are multidisciplinary clinicians from community\, primary and tertiary care services. Members play key roles identifying current barriers\, and work together to develop local solutions to improve the care and service delivery to children living with asthma.  \n\n\n\nOpportunity will be provided for members to bring forth complex\, de-identified case studies to be discussed within the group. This allows members to learn from a multidisciplinary team and better understand the role different care providers have as part of the asthma care team. When available\, local data will also be shared to better understand how the system is performing\, including sharing of hospital emergency admission rates of children with asthma. Clinical content will be covered by subject matter experts\, including specialists from RCH.  \n\n\n\nIf you would like to submit a deidentified case for discussion\, suggest other topics for upcoming sessions\, or join the ICAM CoP Basecamp\, please email education@nwmphn.org.au  \n\n\n\nFacilitators  \n\n\n\nDr Katherine Chen is a paediatrician and the clinical lead of the short stay unit at RCH. Katherine graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2002 and completed her PhD in 2018. In addition to her clinical expertise in acute paediatrics\, she is a clinician scientist fellow in the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute’s health services and economics group. Her research interest is improving the care of children with asthma and wheeze.  \n\n\n\nDr Kirsty Tamis works as a GP in Truganina in Melbourne’s west. She is a member of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners\, Royal College of General Practitioners and Royal College of Physicians in the UK. She has completed her Diploma of Child Health and is passionate about supporting parents and children towards better holistic health and living.  \n\n\n\nDr Shivanthan Shanthikumar is a paediatric respiratory specialist and clinician-scientist at RCH. He works in the complex asthma clinic\, and was recently involved in helping to put the new asthma clinical practice guidelines together. \n\n\n\nSubscribe here to Asthma Australia’s Asthma Link – connecting healthcare professionals with news & opinion across the asthma community. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\nBy the end of this activity\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nInterpret local data and identify potential solutions to improve asthma care locally. \n\n\n\nImplement best practice management for asthma in children\n\n\n\nDescribe resources and local services available for children living with asthma\n\n\n\nIdentify collaborative\, multidisciplinary opportunities to improve care for children living with asthma
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/improving-childhood-asthma-management-icam-community-of-practice-back-to-school-2025/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional,Pharmacy,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250222T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250222T113000
DTSTAMP:20250106T022138Z
CREATED:20250103T021811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T022138Z
UID:10000146-1740214800-1740223800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Nurse Immuniser training
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnnual Nurse Immuniser Training \n\n\n\nJoin Steph\, a practicing RN & Immuniser for your annual refresher on Immunisation Emergencies. \n\n\n\nRenew your knowledge\, refine your skills & refresh your confidence & competence in Immunisation Emergencies. \n\n\n\nContent includes CPR & Manage Immunisation Emergency training; AM & PM sessions available. \n\n\n\n\nCPR ILO’s\n\n\n\nCPR adult & infant\, manage unconscious breathing casualty\, use AED\, airway adjuncts in General Practice\, team scenarios & roles\n\n\n\nManage Immunisation Emergency ILO’s – currently being updated to maintain currency & best practice\n\n\n\nUpdates – what’s new?\n\n\n\nQuick refresher\n\n\n\nType 1 or Immediate Hypersensitivity\n\n\n\nChemical mediators at play\n\n\n\nAEFI’s explored\n\n\n\nVasovagal\n\n\n\nAllergy symptoms\n\n\n\nAnaphylaxis explored\n\n\n\nShock\n\n\n\nA-G of MIE assessment tool\n\n\n\nAdrenaline\n\n\n\nSpecial Considerations\n\n\n\nOther medications
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/nurse-immuniser-training/
LOCATION:James Bathe Community Centre\, Pakenham\, 67 Caversham Dr\, Pakenham\, Victoria 3810
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T200000
DTSTAMP:20250205T221158Z
CREATED:20250205T221155Z
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UID:10000178-1740506400-1740513600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Maintaining therapeutic relationships when sharing information using CISS
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) invites you to join them for a workshop on Maintaining therapeutic relationships when sharing information using the Child Information Sharing Scheme (CISS). \n\n\n\nIn this interactive session\, APNA are collaborating with Emerging Minds and a panel of early childhood sector experts to explore ways to have successful\, respectful and transparent conversations with families and carers about information sharing to promote child wellbeing and safety. \n\n\n\nAbout the speakers and panellists:Vicki Mansfield is a Practice Development Officer with Emerging Minds. Vicki has thirty years’ experience as a social worker in clinical roles including perinatal and infant mental health\, child and adolescent mental health\, family and domestic violence services\, child protection\, acute hospital settings and private practice. Vicki will provide an overview on curious and reflective conversations to nurture collaborative relationships with families. \n\n\n\nThe panel of early childhood education sector experts will include representatives from Early Childhood Australia (ECA) and fka Children’s Services (fkaCS). \n\n\n\nWhat are the outcomes of the session? \n\n\n\n\nDevelop partnership practice skills to build and maintain therapeutic and collaborative relationships with families while being transparent about information sharing using CISS.\n\n\n\nUsing a case study example\, understand the broader influence of a family’s support network or ‘village’ on a child’s mental health\, growth and development.\n\n\n\nUnderstand the barriers and protective factors within the child’s ‘village’.\n\n\n\nLearn from the panel of early childhood education sector experts about what information can be shared between primary health care nurses and early childhood educators to improve child wellbeing and safety.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWho should attend?This session is relevant for Victorian primary health care nurses and members of the multidisciplinary health care team working with children and families. \n\n\n\nAPNA acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government under the Improving Child Wellbeing and Safety Outcomes project in bringing you this education session. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact project officer Lucy Schmidt at lucy.schmidt@apna.asn.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/maintaining-therapeutic-relationships-when-sharing-information-using-ciss/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250325T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250325T153000
DTSTAMP:20250317T052935Z
CREATED:20250317T052932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T052935Z
UID:10000206-1742911200-1742916600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Demystifying CISS: creating a culture of proactive information sharing
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) invites you to join us for a workshop on Demystifying the Child Information Sharing Scheme (CISS): creating a culture of proactive information sharing in organisations. In this session\, we will hear from the Department of Fairness\, Families and Housing (DFFH) about their processes managing information sharing requests. We will also have a Q&A with a panel of experts including representatives from Anglicare Victoria (AV) and 54 reasons (formerly Save the Children). \n\n\n\nWhat are the outcomes of the session?• Develop a better understanding of when to share information using CISS or make a mandatory report to Child Protection• Learn how CISS can support child wellbeing and safety when there is a shared understanding of CISS across services/workforces• Get a behind the scenes insight into how DFFH manages information sharing requests• Hear from our panel of experts on how they use CISS in a multi-service settingWho should attend?This session is relevant for Victorian primary health care nurses and members of the multidisciplinary health care team working with children and families.APNA’s Improving Child Wellbeing and Safety Outcomes project is supported by the Victorian Government under the Child Information Sharing Capacity Building Grants Program.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/demystifying-ciss-creating-a-culture-of-proactive-information-sharing/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250401T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250401T130000
DTSTAMP:20250113T062713Z
CREATED:20250113T062709Z
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UID:10000155-1743497100-1743512400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:IV Cannulation - Perform peripheral intravenous cannulation
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nValue for OrganisationsPerforming Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation (PIC) requires more than just sound knowledge and good technique\, there is more to consider such as when to insert\, cannula size\, insertion site\, and managing issues should they arise. The training promotes best practice that can be adapted to support the needs of staff in your organisation who are required to cannulate patients. \n\n\n\nThe Perform Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation Course (HLTHPS009) is evidence based and the techniques taught are designed to promote the best practice outcomes for patient care. \n\n\n\nThe Perform Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation Course (HLTHPS009) is evidence based and the techniques taught are designed to promote the best practice outcomes for patient care.  \n\n\n\nThe course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to perform peripheral intravenous cannulation on clients. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes \n\n\n\n\nAssess the need for cannulation and correctly identify pathology requests and client\n\n\n\nPerform a cannulation procedure\n\n\n\nChoose the appropriate size cannula\n\n\n\nDiscuss the considerations that influence the correct selection of intravenous cannula size and insertion site\n\n\n\nDemonstrate the technique of peripheral intravenous cannula insertion\, including securing the cannula insitu\n\n\n\nManage the cannula until the time it is no longer required and removal of the cannula is to be performed\n\n\n\nSafely remove the IV cannula\n\n\n\nTrouble shoot problems\n\n\n\nDiscuss and manage possible complications.\n\n\n\n\nRegister early as places are limited and will fill quickly.For further information\, please visit IV Cannulation Course | Melbourne\, Sydney & More Areas | The Benchmarque Group
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/iv-cannulation-perform-peripheral-intravenous-cannulation/
LOCATION:Novotel\, 285 Springvale Road\, Glen Waverley\, VIC\, 3150\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250401T134500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250401T180000
DTSTAMP:20250113T062830Z
CREATED:20250113T062209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T062830Z
UID:10000154-1743515100-1743530400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Blood Collection - Perform venous blood collections
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nValue for Organisations \n\n\n\nDevelop the technique to safely collect blood from patients and learn the importance of correctly collecting patient data relevant for clinical documentation. Understand blood collection and how to choose the appropriate equipment with practical demonstration\, and discussions around managing possible complications. \n\n\n\nThe median cubital vein\, located in the cubital fossa at the front of the elbow\, is the most common site for blood collection. It is close to the skin’s surface and has minimal nerve supply\, making it an ideal location for safe venipuncture.  \n\n\n\nThe Perform Blood Collection Course (HLTPAT002) is evidence-based and focuses on teaching best practices for both patient care and clinician safety. This course equips students with the essential knowledge and skills to confirm collection requirements\, prepare the client and equipment\, and perform routine blood collections in a clinical setting. \n\n\n\nYour assessment journey includes theoretical content\, diverse assessment questions—ranging from multiple choice to interactive questions and answers—and a practical workplace activity involving the completion of blood collection procedures. There is a mandatory requirement to complete a minimum of 15 different successful blood draws in your workplace or at a facility with which you have a mentoring arrangement. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes \n\n\n\n\nIdentify and obtain clinical and personal relevant data for blood collection\n\n\n\nChoose the appropriate equipment for blood collection\n\n\n\nPerform the blood collection procedure\n\n\n\nDiscuss the considerations that influence the correct selection of blood collection equipment including size and type of needle and collection site\n\n\n\nPerform post blood collection procedures including patient care\, documentation and follow up\n\n\n\nTrouble shoot problems\n\n\n\nDiscuss and manage possible complications\n\n\n\n\nRegister early as places are limited and will fill quickly. \n\n\n\nFor further information\, please visit Blood Collection Courses | The Benchmarque Group
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/blood-collection-perform-venous-blood-collections/
LOCATION:Novotel\, 285 Springvale Road\, Glen Waverley\, VIC\, 3150\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250402T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250402T130000
DTSTAMP:20250313T003724Z
CREATED:20250313T003722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T003724Z
UID:10000199-1743588000-1743598800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Hepatitis C for Nurses and Midwives
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHosted by the Victorian HIV and Hepatitis Integrated Training and Learning program\, this free facilitated online training course provides nurses with the knowledge and confidence to increase screening and management of hepatitis C in primary care settings. \n\n\n\nFind more information when you click to register.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hepatitis-c-for-nurses-and-midwives/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="VHHITAL":MAILTO:vhhital@nwmphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250430T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250430T153000
DTSTAMP:20250325T045916Z
CREATED:20250317T215333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T045916Z
UID:10000210-1746000000-1746027000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Practice Nurse Education Day
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEastern Melbourne PHN invites Practice Nurses to a full-day event of education and networking. \n\n\n\nFeatured speakers: \n\n\n\nMaking the link between CKD\, diabetes and CVD \n\n\n\nKidney Health Australia – Joanne (Pei) Kok \n\n\n\n\nLearn how CKD\, diabetes\, and cardiovascular disease interact\n\n\n\nUnderstand CKD risk factors and best practice assessments\n\n\n\nIdentify appropriate clinical action plans based on CKD stages\n\n\n\n\nPrimary Care Nurses Role in Mental Health \n\n\n\nCDM Plus – Jane Calligeros\, CEO \n\n\n\n\nUnderstand the impact of Complex Chronic Conditions on a patients Mental Health\n\n\n\nNavigate HealthPathways and MBS billing for mental health services\n\n\n\nEnhance primary care mental health support with practical strategies\n\n\n\n\nManaging wounds in community settings and cost-effective management strategies \n\n\n\nWoundCareServices – Jan Rice \n\n\n\n\nStage and manage skin tears effectively\n\n\n\nIdentify best practice care for venous and arterial ulcers\n\n\n\nRecognise early signs of skin cancers and optimal dressing choices\n\n\n\n\nEMPHN will also provide updates on various programs and services to support your practice. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers and enhance your professional knowledge. \n\n\n\nKidney Health Australia’s education program is supported by a sponsorship provided by Boehringer Ingelheim and Eli Lilly Alliance.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/practice-nurse-education-day/
LOCATION:Manningham Function Centre\, 669 Doncaster Road\, Doncaster\, VIC\, 3108\, Australia
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250515T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20250430T044316Z
CREATED:20250430T044313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T044316Z
UID:10000263-1747335600-1747339200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Hepatitis B screening - clinical and practical strategies for the general practice team
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin this webinar to discover fresh strategies for improving Hepatitis B screening rates within your practice. Nearly 30 per cent of Australians living with chronic hepatitis B remain undiagnosed\, and therefore at heightened risk of liver failure and cancer. This session will equip your team with practical approaches to enhance early detection and improve patient outcomes. \n\n\n\nThe session will be presented by three experts in the field: viral hepatitis educator Mieken Grant; hepatitis B s100 prescriber Dr Natalia Rode; and practice nurse Tanya Hounslow. \n\n\n\nThey will guide you through the steps of developing a quality improvement plan\, show you tips and tricks for searching your clinic’s patient database\, and suggest implementable strategies to enhance the care you provide your patients who are living with hepatitis B or may be at risk. \n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\nMieken Grant is a viral hepatitis educator\, a statewide role funded by the Victorian Department of Health. She educates health professionals about hepatitis B and C\, and supports them in delivering best practice viral hepatitis prevention\, testing\, treatment and care.  \n\n\n\nMieken is a Registered Nurse with extensive experience in public health\, concentrating mainly on sexual health and blood-borne viruses. She is passionate about improving the health of marginalised communities. She has worked in public hospitals and sexual health centres\, as well as in community and remote settings\, supporting clients with complex social and medical care needs. Mieken also has experience in policy review\, research\, education\, partner notification and contact tracing. \n\n\n\nDr Natalia Rode is a GP\, researcher and medical educator. She is passionate about quality improvement in general practice. As a hepatitis B s100 prescriber\, she is particularly interested in improving care for people living with this condition. \n\n\n\nTanya Hounslow is a practice nurse at Northside Clinic\, dedicated to making a real difference in patient care through quality improvement activities. With over 10 years’ experience\, she loves working collaboratively to help general practice thrive.  \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nEvaluate patient data using clinical tools to identify individuals at risk of hepatitis B who haven’t been screened \n\n\n\nDescribe why detecting hepatitis B early is key to addressing growing rates of liver cirrhosis and liver cancer in Victoria.\n\n\n\nExplain the best practice testing method for hepatitis B.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hepatitis-b-screening-clinical-and-practical-strategies-for-the-general-practice-team/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250520T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250522T133000
DTSTAMP:20250521T084442Z
CREATED:20250313T005226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T084442Z
UID:10000203-1747733400-1747920600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Hepatitis B for Nurses and Midwives
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHosted by the Victorian HIV and Hepatitis Integrated Training and Learning program\, this course will be presented as a mix of self-paced and live facilitated learning\, providing attendees an opportunity to discuss and practice strategies with peers and specialists.  \n\n\n\nThe course will provide Nursing and Midwifery Professionals with advanced practical skills and knowledge in hepatitis B nursing. \n\n\n\nThe course includes presentations and case discussions that introduce the epidemiology and natural history of hepatitis B; vaccination; testing; fibrosis assessment; advanced liver disease; stigma and discrimination and the cultural context of hepatitis B nursing and midwifery. \n\n\n\nThis is comprised of: \n\n\n\n\nOnline Learning Modules\n\n\n\nVideo Modules\n\n\n\nTwo 4-hour interactive webinars via Zoom\n\n\n\n\nDate and time: \n\n\n\nPart 1 of 2: Tuesday 20 May 2025\, 9:30am- 1:30pm AEDT \n\n\n\nPart 2 of 2: Thursday 22 May 2025\, 9:30am- 1:30pm AEDT
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hepatitis-b-for-nurses-and-midwives/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="VHHITAL":MAILTO:vhhital@nwmphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250520T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250617T203000
DTSTAMP:20250521T084432Z
CREATED:20250313T005839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T084432Z
UID:10000204-1747765800-1750192200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:HIV s100 Prescriber Course
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHosted by the Victorian HIV and Hepatitis Integrated Training And Learning (VHHITAL) program\, this course is designed to support GPs and Nurse Practitioners in managing and treating HIV in the general practice setting\, providing them with the opportunity to establish relationships with local specialist services for ongoing mentoring and referral. Upon successful completion of this training and the associated assessment\, you may apply to your relevant State Department of health for authority to prescribe section 100 drugs for the management of HIV in Australia. \n\n\n\nCost: Free \n\n\n\nFormat: Online \n\n\n\nStart Date: Tuesday 27 May 2025 \n\n\n\nEnd Date: Tuesday 17 June 2025 \n\n\n\nMore information is available when you click to register.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hiv-s100-prescriber-course/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="VHHITAL":MAILTO:vhhital@nwmphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250524T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250524T123000
DTSTAMP:20250507T081404Z
CREATED:20250507T081233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T081404Z
UID:10000266-1748077200-1748089800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Patient preferences matter: how practice nurses can support advance care planning
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNWMPHN and Northern Health have partnered to offer practice nurses the opportunity to learn more about the importance of advance care planning and how to incorporate these principles into clinical practice. \n\n\n\nAdvance care planning (ACP) allows people to prepare for a future situation in which they may no longer be able to make their own medical or health care decisions. Practice nurses have the opportunity to begin discussions about this difficult topic and align the goals and preferences of the people they know best. Proactive communication and normalising these conversations are essential. Although some people will not engage\, others will want to know more and even write information down in an advance care directive. This workshop aims to build confidence\, capacity and capability\, and aligns with the message of National Advance Care Planning Week: “Make your choices matter”. There will be opportunities for questions and case discussion about your experiences within the session. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nElla Critchley is the program manager of Northern Health ACP. She has over 20 years of experience in the health care industry. Ella is an experienced nurse leader with a strong sense of integrity who effectively and enthusiastically supports clinicians in understanding ACP. Ella She a Master of Healthy Ageing and builds strong\, positive and meaningful relationships.  \n\n\n\nDr Hao Zhuo is a geriatrician and palliative medicine physician working across Melbourne through Northern Health and Melbourne City Mission Palliative Care. Hao has joined the Northern Health ACP program to encourage discussion and understanding to promote person-centred care through shared decision-making. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nDescribe the principles of shared decision-making and informed consent\, and how this applies when treating patients\n\n\n\nDescribe the purpose and process of Advance Care Planning to one of your practice patients\n\n\n\nIdentify the correct Medical Treatment Decision Maker for each of your patients
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/patient-preferences-matter-how-practice-nurses-can-support-advance-care-planning/
LOCATION:North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network\, 6/737 Bourke Street\, Docklands\, VIC
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250604T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250604T133000
DTSTAMP:20250512T010653Z
CREATED:20250512T010347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T010653Z
UID:10000271-1749040200-1749043800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Accreditation webinar series - general practice nurses
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Wendy O’ Meara | Practice Manager \n\n\n\nJoin Wendy O’Meara in this insightful webinar series as she shares practical tips and advice on how a general practice can prepare for Accreditation. Each week of the series is tailored to a different audience: week 1 focuses on practice managers\, week 2 is dedicated to reception staff\, and week 3 highlights the role of general practice nurses in the accreditation process. Wendy has worked in the general practice sector for 22 years\, with the last 12 years as practice manager in a large regional general practice in Victoria. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nUnderstand the essential steps and strategies for preparing a general practice for successful accreditation.\n\n\n\nGain an understanding of the distinct roles played by practice managers\, reception staff\, and general practice nurses in the accreditation process.\n\n\n\nReceive practical advice on how to prepare for the accreditation site visit and gain insight into what to expect during the process.\n\n\n\n\nAudience: General practice nurses
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/accreditation-webinar-series-for-general-practice-nurses/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:info@murrayphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250618T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250618T194500
DTSTAMP:20250519T043957Z
CREATED:20250519T043826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T043957Z
UID:10000281-1750271400-1750275900@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Statewide Victorian PHN Immunisation Forum 2025
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Victorian Primary Health Networks are pleased to invite you to the 2025 Statewide Victoria PHN Immunisation Forum. \n\n\n\nSpeakers to include presenters from the Immunisation Program at the Victorian Department of Health. \n\n\n\nTopics include: \n\n\n\nVictorian Department of Health updates: \n\n\n\n\nNational Immunisation Program and catch-up vaccination\n\n\n\nAdolescent vaccination\n\n\n\nRespiratory Syncytial Virus Mother and Infant Protection Program (RSV-MIPP)\n\n\n\nMpox\, Japanese encephalitis virus\n\n\n\nMeasles state-funded immunisation program and public health response\n\n\n\n\n\nVaccine cold chain management – Identifying and reporting a cold chain breach\n\n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify updates to the National and Victorian Immunisation Programs.\n\n\n\nDescribe identification and reporting requirements for a cold chain breach Audience: Nurse practitioners\, nurses\, general practitioners\, pharmacists\, practice managers and other health professionals.\n\n\n\n\nAudience: Nurse practitioners\, nurses\, general practitioners\, pharmacists\, practice managers and other health professionals.  \n\n\n\nThis event is conducted by the Victorian PHNs – Eastern Melbourne\, Gippsland\, Murray\, North Western Melbourne\, South Eastern Melbourne and Western Victoria. \n\n\n\nBy registering for this event\, you acknowledge that registrant details\, attendance and evaluation data will be shared with the participating PHNs for the purpose of planning\, conducting and evaluating the webinar.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/statewide-victorian-phn-immunisation-forum-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,External event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional,Pharmacy,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250626T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250626T124500
DTSTAMP:20250623T040401Z
CREATED:20250623T040359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T040401Z
UID:10000320-1750939200-1750941900@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Creating Safe Spaces: The role of support staff in abortion access
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s Health East and Women’s Health in the North are delighted to invite you to a free online webinar designed for non-prescribing staff in general practice and primary care settings—such as receptionists\, practice nurses\, and clinic managers. \n\n\n\nLearn how to support patients seeking abortion care with empathy\, confidentiality\, and confidence\, whether or not your clinic provides early medical abortion (EMA). \n\n\n\nExpert speakers from 1800 My Options and EACH will share practical strategies on: \n\n\n\n\nCreating a welcoming\, non-judgemental environment\n\n\n\nPromoting your clinic’s services (if you offer EMA)\n\n\n\nMaking effective referrals (if you don’t)\n\n\n\nUsing tools like 1800 My Options to connect patients with care\n\n\n\n\nAll staff have a role to play in improving access to abortion—this webinar will help you feel informed and prepared. \n\n\n\nRegister now and please share this invitation with your colleagues or networks who may be interested.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/creating-safe-spaces-the-role-of-support-staff-in-abortion-access/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250705T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250705T123000
DTSTAMP:20250605T060716Z
CREATED:20250605T060713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T060716Z
UID:10000296-1751706000-1751718600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Patient preferences matter: how practice nurses can support advance care planning
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNWMPHN and Northern Health have partnered to offer practice nurses the opportunity to learn more about the importance of advance care planning and how to incorporate these principles into clinical practice. \n\n\n\nAdvance care planning (ACP) allows people to prepare for a future situation in which they may no longer be able to make their own medical or health care decisions. Practice nurses have the opportunity to begin discussions about this difficult topic and align the goals and preferences of the people they know best. Proactive communication and normalising these conversations are essential. Although some people will not engage\, others will want to know more and even write information down in an advance care directive. This workshop aims to build confidence\, capacity and capability. There will be opportunities for questions and case discussion about your experiences within the session. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nElla Critchley is the program manager of Northern Health ACP. She has over 20 years of experience in the health care industry. Ella is an experienced nurse leader with a strong sense of integrity who effectively and enthusiastically supports clinicians in understanding ACP. Ella She a Master of Healthy Ageing and builds strong\, positive and meaningful relationships.  \n\n\n\nDr Hao Zhuo is a geriatrician and palliative medicine physician working across Melbourne through Northern Health and Melbourne City Mission Palliative Care. Hao has joined the Northern Health ACP program to encourage discussion and understanding to promote person-centred care through shared decision-making. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nDescribe the principles of shared decision-making and informed consent\, and how this applies when treating patients \n\n\n\nDescribe the purpose and process of Advance Care Planning to one of your practice patients\n\n\n\nIdentify the correct Medical Treatment Decision Maker for each of your patients
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/patient-preferences-matter-how-practice-nurses-can-support-advance-care-planning-2/
LOCATION:North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network\, 6/737 Bourke Street\, Docklands\, VIC
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250717T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250717T200000
DTSTAMP:20250624T025025Z
CREATED:20250624T025023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T025025Z
UID:10000323-1752778800-1752782400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Accreditation - common non-compliances in RACGP accreditation and how to prepare for them
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you missed this session in June\, we are delivering it again\, so don’t miss out. Join NWMPHN and QIP consulting in a session that explores the most common areas of non-compliance identified during RACGP accreditation assessments and provides practical strategies for avoiding them. Participants will leave with actionable tips and tools to strengthen their practice’s quality\, safety\, and compliance processes. \n\n\n\nAccreditation is a critical process that drives safety\, quality\, and continuous improvement in general practice. However\, a small number of indicators are consistently associated with non-compliance findings. In this session\, we will examine the top areas where practices most frequently encounter challenges during RACGP 5th Edition accreditation\, based on national trends and on-the-ground consulting experience. \n\n\n\nParticipants will gain insights into common pitfalls across clinical governance\, human resources\, infection control\, incident management\, feedback systems\, cold chain management and risk management. We will provide practical examples\, templates\, and tips that can be directly applied to everyday practice operations to minimise risk and maximise compliance. \n\n\n\nThe session will also cover real-world solutions for common challenges\, such as maintaining current health summaries\, managing cold chain processes\, documenting performance discussions\, ensuring CPR and immunisation requirements are met\, and building a strong internal risk culture. Participants will leave the session better equipped to strengthen systems\, evidence their compliance\, and foster a culture of continuous quality improvement across their teams. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n\n\n\nRiley O’Hanlon has extensive experience in the comprehension\, application\, and compliance of health care standards and associated guidelines. She previously served as Australian General Practice Accreditation Limited’s client liaison officer for New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory. She supported services across a broad range of accreditation topics including clinical governance\, infection control\, human resource management\, safety and quality\, risk management\, and cold chain management. \n\n\n\nAs the national manager of QIP Consulting\, Riley specialises in the development of standards\, resources\, templates\, and bespoke documentation\, and conducts gap assessments for health care organisations across Australia.  \n\n\n\nShe has played key roles in the development and review of several national standards frameworks\, corporate quality frameworks\, and pilot studies\, and is passionate about supporting services to embed continuous improvement practices. \n\n\n\nWith a background in the medical industry\, Riley also holds a personal interest in mental health\, multiculturalism\, domestic violence\, and suicide prevention. Her approach is collaborative\, patient\, and firmly focused on tailoring services to meet the unique needs of each client. \n\n\n\nRiley is committed to promoting practical\, sustainable quality improvement in health care and brings real-world expertise and enthusiasm to her educational sessions. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nEvaluate their practice’s internal systems and implement targeted improvements in preparation for accreditation.\n\n\n\nIdentify and describe the ten most common RACGP accreditation non-compliances and why they occur.\n\n\n\nApply practical strategies to strengthen compliance and quality improvement activities in their practice.\n\n\n\nDemonstrate how to use tools such as feedback registers\, risk registers\, and incident logs to support accreditation evidence.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/accreditation-common-non-compliances-in-racgp-accreditation-and-how-to-prepare-for-them/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250806T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250806T203000
DTSTAMP:20250717T013605Z
CREATED:20250707T071641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T013605Z
UID:10000337-1754506800-1754512200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Beyond MDT Team Care Arrangements: Delivering Integrated Multidisciplinary Care That Truly Matters
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Victorian Tasmanian PHN Alliance and Prestantia Health for this webinar exploring how general practice and allied health can better work together to deliver both person-centred and population focused multidisciplinary care that matters to patients. Providers will gain insights into the MBS Chronic Care Item Changes and how to unlock opportunities for their practice and optimise patient care. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n\n\n\nDr Paresh Dawda\, GP – Prestantia Health and Next Practice Deakin \n\n\n\nDr Paresh Dawda is a General Practitioner with a portfolio of roles spanning clinical\, leadership\, academic and consultancy domains. As a clinician\, he leads organisations and provides services for people with complex and chronic conditions across the ACT including those with disabilities\, residing in aged care and palliative care. View Dr Paresh’s full speaker biography here: Paresh Dawda | Prestantia Health \n\n\n\nBrooke Shelly\, GP Pharmacist – Ontario Medical Clinic \n\n\n\nDr Ryan Sheridan\, GP Registrar – Ontario Medical Clinic \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\nBy the end of this activity\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nExplain the benefits of the new MBS Chronic Care item and numbers for people living with complex and chronic conditions\n\n\n\nExplain the implications of the new MBS Chronic Care items and numbers for health professionals and practices including primary care and allied health\n\n\n\nInterpret how high performing person-centred multidisciplinary team-based care is delivered \n\n\n\nIdentify a population health approach to establishing a person-centred and integrated care model to deliver comprehensive\, continuous and coordinated care\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted by North Western Melbourne PHN in collaboration with Eastern Melbourne PHN\, Gippsland PHN\, Murray PHN\, South Eastern Melbourne PHN\, Western Victoria PHN and Primary Health Tasmania. \n\n\n\nThe agenda includes: \n\n\n\nPractice in Action – General Practice Multidisciplinary Team-based Care \n\n\n\nDr Ryan Sheridan\, GP Registrar  \n\n\n\nCase Study: Ontario Medical Clinic General Practice \n\n\n\nAn Allied Health Perspective – Pharmacist in General Practice \n\n\n\nBrooke Shelly\, GP Pharmacist \n\n\n\nDisclaimer: In registering for this event\, you acknowledge that attendee details and event evaluation data will be shared with the participating PHNs for planning and evaluation purposes. This will allow each PHN to communicate with you about this event and provide post-event support for this session. Please visit the participating PHN’s website to view their privacy and/or data collection statements.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/leverage-the-opportunity-thinking-beyond-team-care-arrangements-to-deliver-multidisciplinary-care-that-really-matters-to-people-living-with-complex-and-chronic-conditions/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T140000
DTSTAMP:20250624T025229Z
CREATED:20250624T025225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T025229Z
UID:10000324-1755693000-1755698400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Infection prevention and control: key points for accreditation
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoost your infection control knowledge. This session will cover key infection prevention and control areas for general practice\, accreditation requirements\, risk assessment\, the role of the infection prevention and control coordinator\, and what to expect during an on-site visit. \n\n\n\nThis session is designed to support general practices in meeting the RACGP Standards for general practices (5th edition) by strengthening infection prevention and control (IPC) systems ahead of accreditation. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn to identify key infection prevention areas for all staff\, with a focus on hand hygiene\, use of personal protective equipment\, and planning for adequate ventilation. It will outline accreditation requirements and the specific protocols that need to be in place\, including how to document and demonstrate compliance. \n\n\n\nAttendees will explore practical strategies for assessing infection risks within their practice\, supporting proactive planning and mitigation. The session will also describe the role and responsibilities of the infection control coordinator\, highlighting how they support ongoing quality and safety processes. \n\n\n\nFinally\, the session will cover what to expect during the accreditation on-site visit\, with an overview of the key IPC areas that assessors typically examine. \n\n\n\nThis education is ideal for GPs\, nurses\, practice managers and administrative staff involved in infection control or accreditation preparation. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of how to implement and evidence robust IPC systems to meet accreditation standards and ensure patient and staff safety. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nSara Drew is a seasoned registered nurse and nurse immuniser with a rich background in primary health care\, public health\, immunisation\, chronic disease\, management and education. She is dedicated to supporting and strengthening the role of primary health care nurses through workforce development and education. Sara holds a Grad Cert in Infection Prevention and Control through Griffith University and is a member of the RACGP Technical Working Group -infection prevention and control\, participating in the most recent review of the IPC guidelines for general practices and other office-based and community-based practices. \n\n\n\nDeborah Kerz is a highly experienced Registered Nurse and Diabetes Educator with over 30 years of service across both public and private health sectors. Currently serving as a Nurse Education Officer at the Australian Primary Healthcare Nurses Association (APNA)\, she brings a wealth of knowledge in acute care and over 12 years of dedicated experience in primary healthcare within general practice. She holds qualifications in Diabetes Education and Management and Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. With a strong focus on Chronic Condition Management\, Deb is passionate about empowering nurses through education to deliver high-quality\, patient-centred care and improve health outcomes in the community. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify key areas that are examined at the on-site visit\n\n\n\nIdentify key infection prevention areas for general practice staff\, focusing on hand hygiene\, personal protective equipment\, and ventilation planning.\n\n\n\nOutline accreditation requirements and required protocols\n\n\n\nIdentify strategies to assess infection risks within the practice.\n\n\n\nDescribe the responsibilities of the infection control coordinator in the practice
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/infection-prevention-and-control-key-points-for-accreditation/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250902T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250902T133000
DTSTAMP:20250805T021216Z
CREATED:20250805T021214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T021216Z
UID:10000359-1756814400-1756819800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Right Care Better Health: Supporting Older Adults with Chronic and Complex Needs in General Practice
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupporting older adults with chronic and complex conditions in general practice. \n\n\n\nPresentations: \n\n\n\nDr. Sanka Amadoru\, Director and Consultant Geriatrician from AriaHealth \n\n\n\nDean Walter and Paula Adam from the Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing\, discussing My Aged Care \n\n\n\nCrystal Barbedo\, EMPHN HealthPathways Program Specialist
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/right-care-better-health-supporting-older-adults-with-chronic-and-complex-needs-in-general-practice-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,Health care professional,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250918T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250918T200000
DTSTAMP:20250624T025356Z
CREATED:20250624T025353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T025356Z
UID:10000325-1758220200-1758225600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Cold chain: principles and practice
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin this webinar for essential cold chain management insights. Learn the principles of cold chain monitoring (“Strive for 5”)\, how to detect and manage breaches\, best practice guidelines\, and the responsibilities of the vaccine coordinator as per RACGP standards and Victorian Government guidelines. \n\n\n\nThis education session supports general practices preparing for RACGP accreditation by providing a clear understanding of cold chain management for vaccines\, aligned with national and state guidelines. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn to describe the core principles of cold chain monitoring in line with the National Vaccine Storage Guidelines: Strive for 5 and the Australian Immunisation Handbook. The session will explain how to detect and manage breaches\, including immediate actions\, documentation\, and communication protocols to ensure vaccine safety and compliance. \n\n\n\nThe session also outlines best practice guidelines for vaccine storage\, continuous temperature monitoring\, and reporting requirements.  \n\n\n\nThis is ideal for all general practice staff who play a part in cold chain practices\, particularly those responsible for management. Attendees will leave with practical knowledge to ensure vaccine cold chain practices are safe\, compliant\, and accreditation-ready. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nSara Drew is a seasoned registered nurse and nurse immuniser with a rich background in primary health care\, public health\, immunisation\, chronic disease\, management and education. She is dedicated to supporting and strengthening the role of primary health care nurses through workforce development and education. Sara holds a Grad Cert in Infection Prevention and Control through Griffith University and is a member of the RACGP Technical Working Group -infection prevention and control\, participating in the most recent review of the IPC guidelines for general practices and other office-based and community-based practices. \n\n\n\nDeborah Kerz is a highly experienced registered nurse and diabetes educator with over 30 years of service across public and private health sectors. Currently serving as a Nurse Education Officer at the Australian Primary Healthcare Nurses Association (APNA)\, she brings a wealth of knowledge in acute care and over 12 years of dedicated experience in primary health care within general practice. She holds qualifications in diabetes education and management and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. With a strong focus on chronic condition management\, Deb is passionate about empowering nurses through education to deliver high quality\, patient-centred care and improve health outcomes in the community. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nDescribe the responsibilities of the vaccine coordinator in the practice as outlined in the RACGP 5th Standards and as Victorian Government vaccine account holders\n\n\n\nDescribe the principles of cold chain monitoring for immunisations according to the National Vaccine Storage Guidelines “Strive for 5” and the Australian Immunisation Handbook\n\n\n\nExplain how to detect and manage cold chain breaches\n\n\n\nIdentify the best practice guidelines including monitoring and reporting
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/cold-chain-principles-and-practice/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251021T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251021T200000
DTSTAMP:20251010T021226Z
CREATED:20251010T021047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T021226Z
UID:10000432-1761071400-1761076800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Beyond the test: navigating cancer screening follow-up
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar will equip GPs\, GP registrars\, practice nurses\, practice managers and other general practice staff with practical strategies and resources to ensure timely follow-up of cervical and bowel screening results in primary care. \n\n\n\nHosted by Murray PHN in collaboration with the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer\, Cancer Council Victoria and the Victorian and Tasmanian PHN Alliance. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nDescribe appropriate follow-up pathways for patients with abnormal cervical screening results\n\n\n\nDiscuss best practice preparation for cervical screening follow-up procedures including LBC and colposcopy\n\n\n\nDescribe the purpose of the participant follow-up function for bowel screening\n\n\n\nDescribe the role of primary care in supporting timely follow up for bowel screening participants\n\n\n\nIdentify opportunities to streamline cancer screening follow-up processes within the general practice setting \n\n\n\n\nAudience: GPs\, GP Registrars\, practice nurses\, practice managers and other general practice staff \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here for a flyer. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is approved for 1.5 hours of educational activities: \n\n\n\n\nRACGP Activity ID 1350707\n\n\n\nACRRM ID 37922
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/beyond-the-test-navigating-cancer-screening-follow-up-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251202T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251202T203000
DTSTAMP:20251106T012047Z
CREATED:20251031T045121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T012047Z
UID:10000469-1764700200-1764707400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Sexual Health Fundamentals for Nurses and Midwives
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThrough a case study\, presentations\, interactive quizzes and an online learning module\, this online workshop will provide nurses and midwives with the introductory skills to incorporate STI and BBV screening within their workplace.  \n\n\n\nThis workshop is comprised of a mandatory online learning module\, followed by an interactive live session.  \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:  \n\n\n\n\nDescribe the clinical presentation of common STIs and BBVs \n\n\n\nIdentify the priority populations for STI and BBV screening \n\n\n\nExplain the importance of testing and screening for STIs and BBVs \n\n\n\nDemonstrate confidence in offering STI and BBV screening to patients \n\n\n\nDiscuss the process for contact tracing and Identify resources to assist
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/sexual-health-fundamentals-for-nurses-and-midwives/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260218T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260203T121921Z
CREATED:20260203T121919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T121921Z
UID:10000519-1771443000-1771448400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Diagnostic Challenges and Management of Depression in Older Adults
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDepression is not a normal part of ageing\, yet it affects nearly 50% of residents in aged care and presents frequently in General Practice.¹ This webinar addresses the complexity of diagnosing older patients who often present with somatic complaints or memory concerns rather than sadness.  \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn to differentiate between depression\, delirium\, and dementia—the ‘Three Ds’—using clinical history and evidence-based screening tools like the Geriatric Depression Scale and Confusion Assessment Method.  \n\n\n\nThe session further explores management strategies\, including ‘start low\, go slow’ prescribing principles\, bio-psycho-social care planning\, and when to refer to specialist services. The webinar concludes with an interactive Q&A session to discuss specific clinical challenges.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/diagnostic-challenges-and-management-of-depression-in-older-adults-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practitioner,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260206T010328Z
CREATED:20260203T122546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T010328Z
UID:10000520-1772020800-1772024400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Allied Health in Dementia Rehabilitation: Strengthening Primary Care Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin SEMPHN\, in collaboration with the South East Public Health Unit (SEPHU)\, for this important two-part webinar series discussing falls prevention and dementia rehabilitation strategies. \n\n\n\nDementia is a leading cause of disability in Australia\, contributing to increased falls risk\, hospitalisation\, and carer stress. \n\n\n\nThis webinar highlights the critical role of allied health in dementia rehabilitation and provides practical guidance to help primary care teams strengthen continuity of care.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/allied-health-in-dementia-rehabilitation-strengthening-primary-care-pathways/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="South Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:info@semphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260304T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260304T210000
DTSTAMP:20251224T013024Z
CREATED:20251218T041924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T013024Z
UID:10000497-1772649000-1772658000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Contraception Essentials in Primary Care - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThrough case studies\, presentations\, group discussion and online learning the Contraception Essentials in Primary Care course will increase primary care providers’ knowledge and confidence in discussing the benefits of Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) to reduce the incidence of unintended pregnancy amongst their patient population. This course will be particularly relevant for\, but not limited to\, general practitioners\, nurse practitioners\, and practice nurses working in primary care settings. \n\n\n\nClick here to download the flyer for this event \n\n\n\nDate\, Time\, Platform: \n\n\n\n\nDate and Times:\n\nPart 1: Wednesday\, 4 March 2026\, 6:30pm – 9:00pm (AEDT) \n\n\n\nPart 2: Wednesday\, 11 March 2026\, 6:30pm – 8:30pm (AEDT) \n\n\n\n\n\nPlatform: Online – Microsoft Teams\n\n\n\n\nCPD and Endorsements:This education is a CPD Activity under the RACGP CPD Program. This activity has been allocated 4 educational activity hours and 1 reviewing performance hour in the RACGP 2023-2025 triennium.This training is endorsed by ACN according to our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Endorsed Course Standards. It has been allocated 5 CPD hours according to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia – Continuing Professional Development Standard.APNA: Completion of this educational activity entitles eligible participants to claim 5 CPD hoursFunding:This training is supported by funding from the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care under the Quality Use of Diagnostics\, Therapeutics and Pathology program.Target Audience:GPs\, Nurses\, Nurse Practitioners\, Midwives\, and Practice Nurses working in primary care settings.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/contraception-essentials-in-primary-care-part-1/
LOCATION:Online\, Teams
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260311T203000
DTSTAMP:20251224T013005Z
CREATED:20251224T013002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T013005Z
UID:10000498-1773253800-1773261000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Contraception Essentials in Primary Care - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThrough case studies\, presentations\, group discussion and online learning the Contraception Essentials in Primary Care course will increase primary care providers’ knowledge and confidence in discussing the benefits of Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) to reduce the incidence of unintended pregnancy amongst their patient population. This course will be particularly relevant for\, but not limited to\, general practitioners\, nurse practitioners\, and practice nurses working in primary care settings. \n\n\n\nClick here to download the flyer for this event \n\n\n\nDate\, Time\, Platform: \n\n\n\n\nDate and Times:\n\nPart 1: Wednesday\, 4 March 2026\, 6:30pm – 9:00pm (AEDT) \n\n\n\nPart 2: Wednesday\, 11 March 2026\, 6:30pm – 8:30pm (AEDT) \n\n\n\n\n\nPlatform: Online – Microsoft Teams\n\n\n\n\nCPD and Endorsements:This education is a CPD Activity under the RACGP CPD Program. This activity has been allocated 4 educational activity hours and 1 reviewing performance hour in the RACGP 2023-2025 triennium.This training is endorsed by ACN according to our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Endorsed Course Standards. It has been allocated 5 CPD hours according to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia – Continuing Professional Development Standard.APNA: Completion of this educational activity entitles eligible participants to claim 5 CPD hoursFunding:This training is supported by funding from the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care under the Quality Use of Diagnostics\, Therapeutics and Pathology program.Target Audience:GPs\, Nurses\, Nurse Practitioners\, Midwives\, and Practice Nurses working in primary care settings.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/contraception-essentials-in-primary-care-part-2/
LOCATION:Online\, Teams
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260312T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T150000
DTSTAMP:20260212T064043Z
CREATED:20260123T010156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T064043Z
UID:10000510-1773320400-1774969200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Register for Cancer Council Victoria's Nurse Ambassador Program
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Nurse Ambassador Program will provide practice nurses with the latest clinical knowledge about the four national cancer screening programs (bowel\, breast\, cervical and lung) and viral hepatitis\, so they can effectively discuss and endorse cancer screening participation and drive cancer screening uptake in their practice.  \n\n\n\nThe program will also focus on how to engage and support underscreened communities in cancer screening and achieve health equity for all Australians.  \n\n\n\nNurses will be recognised as a ‘Nurse Cancer Screening Ambassador’ after completing a series of four online webinars and submitting a reflective practice activity.  \n\n\n\nThe next program will be running March 2026 and will be delivered online via Zoom on the following dates:  \n\n\n\n\nWebinar 1: Thursday 12 March 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm \n\n\n\nWebinar 2: Tuesday 17 March 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm \n\n\n\nWebinar 3: Thursday 26 March 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm \n\n\n\nWebinar 4: Tuesday 31 March 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm\n\n\n\n\nThis program is FREE and open to all practice nurses in Victoria!  \n\n\n\nIf you’d like any further information\, please contact 1800 111 255 or Certification@cancervic.org.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/register-for-cancer-council-victorias-nurse-ambassador-program/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="Cancer Council Victoria":MAILTO:jade.bate@cancervic.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260323T035817Z
CREATED:20260319T013214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T035817Z
UID:10000573-1774944000-1774976400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Common dermatology challenges in primary care
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDermatologic presentations are common in general practice. Join NWMPHN and Western Health in this webinar which will include vignettes of common primary practice complaints\, including various differential diagnoses\, and how to differentiate between them. Key factors will be reviewed\, with a brief summary of initial workup and points to include in onwards referral. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n\n\n\nDr Holly Sexton (MBBS (Hons)\, FACD) is an Australian-trained specialist dermatologist and Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists. \n\n\n\nShe completed her training at tertiary centres including Western Health\, RCH\, RMH\, Austin Health\, PMCC and Flinders Medical Centre in Adelaide.  \n\n\n\nHolly was awarded the ACD Travelling Scholarship and Founders Medal for her results in exit examinations. She provides dermatology services to the northern and western suburbs of Melbourne in private practice and public clinics at Western Health and Melbourne Health. She has broad interests including adult and paediatric medical dermatology and dermatologic surgery\, and is currently undertaking additional fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nExplain how to deliver initial best practice care\, and clarify when to appropriately refer.\n\n\n\nDescribe the key differential diagnoses for common dermatologic presentations to primary care.\n\n\n\nExplain how to conduct an initial patient evaluation and history\, and identify key investigations needed to clarify a diagnosis.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/common-dermatology-challenges-in-primary-care/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practitioner,Pharmacy,Practice nurse
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