Key learning outcomes
On completion, participants will be better able to:
Please note that students will complete their clinical assessments in a simulated environment with various case studies provided by the College.
Presenter Biographies
Diva Madan, Nurse Educator – Higher Education RN, MN clinical education, BN, BSc, DN, Cert IV TAE, ANI
Diva is passionate about improving Older People's care in aged care homes. Diva has significant experience in geriatric care and clinical teaching; she enjoys going beyond the essential elements of the curriculum, teaching nurses to be creative, curious, and critical thinkers. Three words to describe Diva:
· Compassionate · Visionary · Achiever
Thuy-An Le, Nurse Educator- Higher Education BN, MN (Clinical Education), GC Acute Care, GC Professional Accounting, Dip leadership & Management, TAE40116, Immunisation Certificate for Registered Nurses
An is passionate about improving the quality of care received by the older people in RACFs. An has significant experience in geriatric care and clinical teaching; she believes that all nurses in the aged care sector should have up to date and evidence-based knowledge and skills to provide optimal consumer care.
Program Outline
8:45am Registration
9:00am Principles of a comprehensive assessment
10:30am Morning tea
11:00am Respiratory Assessment (theory and stimulation) Abdominal Assessment (theory and stimulation)
12:30pm Lunch
1:00pm Acute deterioration Neurological assessment (theory)
2:30pm Afternoon tea
2:45pm Simulation- case study (deteriorating resident, neurological assessment)
4:30pm Evaluation and Close
Fees
ACN Members $350 and Non-Members $400