Events

  The Role of the GP in Palliative Care Dr Lysa Jenkins graduated with Honours in Medicine and Surgery from Monash University in 2016. Lysa is currently a GP Registrar at PCCG, where she is undertaking advanced skills training in palliative care. Dr Lysa Jenkins will be discussing the role of the GP in managing […]

All Health Professionals are invited to join us for this introduction session held on Gunai Kurnai Country and delivered by Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation. This education session on Cultural Heritage by a GLaWAC representative aims to enhance awareness and appreciation of the Gunaikurnai culture.

This program is presented by the Regional Wounds Victoria Wound Management Clinical Nurse Consultants. This comprehensive program is suitable for all nurses working in acute, community, GP practice & aged care. Introduction to wound physiology Factors affecting healing Acute wound management Wound Bed Preparation Wound assessment and tissue identification Identification and management of wound infection […]

Join us for an educational session on Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD).  This session will be led by an experienced Gippsland based GP VAD Assessor, the Statewide VAD Care Navigator service and the Gippsland VAD care navigator. Whilst Palliative Care Australia position (2019) statement is clear that voluntary assisted dying is not part of palliative care practice, it […]

The focus of this education is to enhance the capacity of the health workforce to provide quality, holistic and culturally-responsive palliative care for First Nations peoples and their families affected by life-limiting illness. Workshop Outline Workshop sessions aim to develop knowing, being and doing outcomes across the following topics: The palliative care journey Yarning about palliative care, […]

IPEPA offers a dedicated workshop program for First Nations health workers and practitioners to support development of confidence in caring for First Nations peoples affected by life-limiting illness. Suitable for health professionals (of all disciplines), Aboriginal Health Workers, Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Community Workers who support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You may work […]

Bush and Remote Nurses Education Series Palliative Care Advice Service (PCAS) Information Session Nurse Unit Manager of PCAS, Esther McMillan Drendel will speak on the Victorian Palliative Care Advice Service and how they can support remote health professionals and communities during the palliative phase of care. Guest Speaker: Esther McMillian-Drendel is the Nurse Unit Manager […]

Are you a Doctor in Victoria?  You are invited to join us in an interactive workshop about palliative care in general practice. Topics: Recognising patients who need a palliative approach to care Communicating about end of life issues Pain and symptom management Voluntary assisted dying in Victoria Advance care planning Target audience: This four hour workshop […]

Acquire knowledge, skills and confidence in having meaningful but often difficult conversations about terminal illness, palliative care and grief with people living with a life-limiting illness, and their families. Health professionals working in non-specialist palliative care environments, who want to develop confidence in communicating effectively and respectfully with people with life-limiting and chronic illnesses, and […]

The consumption of alcohol and other drugs (AOD) significantly impacts the health of Victorians, their families, the community, and the healthcare system. The social and economic consequences of AOD are extensive, jeopardising family and community safety, while challenging the efficiency and capacity of Victoria’s health services.   This Education webinar will be presented by esteemed […]

The aim of this workshop is to improve the understanding and practice of the aged care workforce in the palliative approach to care through: Understanding the important role that palliative care plays in the lives of people with life-limiting illness and their families / carers Increasing confidence to provide holistic and person-centred care the older […]

An invitation is extended to psychologists, commissioned services and primary mental health staff to attend this education event. Safety and Suicide Intervention Training (SSIT) is an education package designed to support clinicians who work with consumers experiencing acute suicidal crisis. It combines evidence-based approaches to screening and assessment, formulation, safety planning, lethal means restriction and […]

This program is presented by the Regional Wounds Victoria Wound Management Clinical Nurse Consultants. It is aimed at experienced nurses who want to advance their skills in clinical assessment, compression therapy and wound debridement This is a very interactive and hands on workshop. Please wear loose clothing WOUND ASSESSMENT Introduction to wound physiology Assessment of […]

Bush and Remote Nurses Education Series Presented by Dolores Macklin, Gippsland Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Care Navigator and Susan Jury, State-wide VAD Care Navigator Service based at Peter Mac Callum Cancer Centre. Dolores and Susan will provide general VAD information including resources available for health professionals and community members that are in line with the […]

Suicide has a devastating impact on families, friends and whole communities. Pharmacists, due to their role and their accessibility in the community, have the potential to play a key role in recognising the signs and symptoms of suicide, restricting means and keeping the person safe until support is available. This Suicide Prevention Training for Pharmacists […]

Saturday 22 February 9am & 1pm Sessions Join Steph, a practicing RN & Immuniser for your annual refresher on Immunisation Emergencies COURSE & WORKSHOP HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation & workshop in Managing Immunisation Emergencies(non accredited) Renew your knowledge, refine your skills & refresh your confidence & competence in Immunisation Emergencies Current updates in management of […]

The Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) is a national approach to improving patient experience and assisting general practitioners and mental health clinicians to connect patients to the right mental health care at the right time. The Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) guidance is an initiative of the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care. The […]

Bush and Remote Nurses Education Series Pauline Murcott, Gippsland Paramedic Community Support Coordinator from Ambulance Victoria will outline how AV can support the delivery of palliative care for remote communities so that you can work collaboratively with this service provider to maximise palliative care in your remote community.

Bush and Remote Nurses Education Series Anny Byrne and Carol Barbeler from the Gippsland Regional Palliative Care Consortium (GRPCC) will provide insight into palliative care in any setting, including models of care in Gippsland, supporting people to live well, how the system can work to meet peoples’ needs, Advanced Care Planning and Residential Aged Care […]

Renew your knowledge, refine your assessment skills & refresh your confidence & competence in Immunisation Emergencies with Steph, a practicing Nurse Immuniser. Content Anaphylaxis updates AEFI’s Shock & management Assessment considerations Medications & more!   Secure your place through  learn@3riverstraining.com.au STEPH – 0408472835 www.3riverstraining.com.au Sunday 19th Jan 4.00pm Tuesday 25th Feb 12.30pm Sunday 23rd Mar […]