Practice Development Opportunities Booklet January to December 2019 - Whanganui District Health Board
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Practice Development Opportunities Booklet January to December 2019
Contents
Information ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Study days/workshops ............................................................................................................................... 4
Contact details........................................................................................................................................... 4
Registration process................................................................................................................................... 5
Non-WDHB staff only - study day registration .............................................................................................. 6
Short programmes/education ..................................................................................................................... 7
Computer network training ......................................................................................................................... 7
RiskMan training ........................................................................................................................................ 7
Clinical assessors’ workshop - NESP programme .......................................................................................... 7
Duly authorised officer (DAO) refresher ...................................................................................................... 7
Infection control training ............................................................................................................................ 7
Library ...................................................................................................................................................... 7
Medscan lecture series ............................................................................................................................... 7
Professional supervisor forums ................................................................................................................... 7
Whanganui gerontology interest group for nurses and caregivers ................................................................. 8
eLearning modules .................................................................................................................................... 8
NESP/NETP - graduate training programmes ............................................................................................... 8
Professional development recognition programme (PDRP) ............................................................................ 8
WDHB campus map ................................................................................................................................. 10
Advanced care planning L1A workshop ..................................................................................................... 11
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS/NZRC CORE Advanced) ...................................................................... 12
ALERT - acute life-threatening events recognition & treatment ................................................................... 13
B4School training for registered nurses ..................................................................................................... 14
Bariatric study day ................................................................................................................................... 15
Breakaway and de-escalation techniques .................................................................................................. 16
Cardiac study day .................................................................................................................................... 17
Cardiovascular disease/risk (CVD) in primary care ...................................................................................... 18
Cervical screening .................................................................................................................................... 19
Cervical screening updates ....................................................................................................................... 20
Childhood eczema, asthma and wheeze in the community ......................................................................... 21
Clinical nurse coordinators (CNC) workshop ............................................................................................... 22
Clinical risk assessment and management ................................................................................................. 23
(Mental Health & Addictions) .................................................................................................................... 23
Close care with dignity ............................................................................................................................. 24
Communication skills for general practice teams ........................................................................................ 25
Dementia workshop ................................................................................................................................. 26
Diabetes update (Advanced) .................................................................................................................... 27
Diabetes study day (Fundamental)............................................................................................................ 28
Early intervention for mental health and addictions specialist team ............................................................. 29
Epidural workshop ................................................................................................................................... 30
General practice team core training day .................................................................................................... 31
Healthcare assistant merit steps workshop ................................................................................................ 32
Health of the nation outcome scale (HoNOS) ............................................................................................. 33
(Community) infection control workshop ................................................................................................... 34
Introduction to cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) .................................................................................. 35
Keeping families & children in mind .......................................................................................................... 36
Lab values workshop ............................................................................................................................... 37
Leadership and skills development workshops ........................................................................................... 38
Let’s talk ................................................................................................................................................. 39
Long term condition update days .............................................................................................................. 40
Mandatory training .................................................................................................................................. 41
Maternal Child Health Workshop ............................................................................................................... 42
Maternal health combined emergency skills day (WDHB) ............................................................................ 43
(Maternal Health) PROMPT ....................................................................................................................... 44
Mental Health Act modules one to three .................................................................................................... 45
Mental health - identifying and managing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ......................................... 46
Mental health support worker/rehabilitation assistant update day ............................................................... 47
Mental health trauma informed ................................................................................................................. 48
Mental health & addictions services credentialing for primary healthcare nurses programme ........................ 49
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Mental health - talking solutions ............................................................................................................... 50
Newborn life support course - New Zealand Resuscitation Council .............................................................. 51
Nursing forum: Age Residential Care (ARC) ............................................................................................... 52
Organisation orientation ........................................................................................................................... 53
Ostomy/continence study day................................................................................................................... 54
Paediatric Respiratory Study Day .............................................................................................................. 55
Palliative care study day ........................................................................................................................... 56
Palliative care cancer research trust lecture series ..................................................................................... 57
Palliative care for caregivers ..................................................................................................................... 58
Palliative care clinical skills workshop ........................................................................................................ 59
(Palliative care) Fundamentals of palliative care ......................................................................................... 60
(Palliative care) NIKI T34 syringe driver competency ................................................................................. 61
(Palliative care) Working with loss and grief .............................................................................................. 62
Pain study day ......................................................................................................................................... 63
Patient manual handling training .............................................................................................................. 64
Personality disorder specialist team - formulating risk management in patients with personality disorder
(FRaMing Personality) .............................................................................................................................. 65
Personality disorder specialist team - formulating risk management in patients with personality disorder
(FRaMing Personality) follow up ................................................................................................................ 66
PICC insertion awareness workshop .......................................................................................................... 67
Portacath care & maintenance workshop ................................................................................................... 68
Practice nurse CPR (CORE immediate skills) .............................................................................................. 69
Practice nurse - infusion therapy............................................................................................................... 70
Preceptorship .......................................................................................................................................... 71
Renal study day ....................................................................................................................................... 72
Respiratory study day .............................................................................................................................. 73
Sensory modulation – one day familiarisation training workshop ................................................................. 74
Single session family consultation ............................................................................................................. 75
Smokefree upskill training ........................................................................................................................ 76
Spirometry workshop ............................................................................................................................... 77
Spirometry refresher ................................................................................................................................ 78
Stroke study day...................................................................................................................................... 79
SPEC (safe practice and effective communication) - four day training for mental health staff ........................ 80
Think delirium: awareness and treatment .................................................................................................. 81
Ultrasound vascular access workshop........................................................................................................ 82
(National Schedule Immunisation Core) vaccinator training ........................................................................ 83
(National Schedule) vaccination updates ................................................................................................... 84
Venepuncture and cannulation/central line care and maintenance .............................................................. 85
Violence intervention programme (VIP) training 2019 ................................................................................ 86
Walking in Another’s Shoes master classes ................................................................................................ 87
Whanganui interprofessional education (WIPE) ......................................................................................... 88
Workplace assessor workshop (PDRP) ....................................................................................................... 89
Workplace assessor - infusion therapy ...................................................................................................... 90
Wound care study day level one ............................................................................................................... 91
Wound care study day level two ............................................................................................................... 92
Wound care - negative pressure therapy ................................................................................................... 93
Postgraduate education opportunities ....................................................................................................... 94
Hauora Māori training fund ....................................................................................................................... 94
Page 3 of 94Information
Whanganui District Health Board (WDHB) is pleased to offer a number of education and development
programmes to staff within the WDHB and to those external to our organisation. We hope those attending
the education will find it constructive and informative. We welcome any feedback which can be sent to staff
listed below.
Study days/workshops
Venues may change - please check the WDHB nursing webpage for updates or check the learning centre
noticeboard on arrival. Some study days are offered by external providers. Course details including times,
venues and costs may change. Please contact the person listed to confirm details.
Contact details
Margaret Gosnell
Nurse educator/PDRP/HWNZ coordinator
Margaret.gosnell@wdhb.org.nz
Ph 348 3164 or Ext 8164
Deborah Mudgway
Nurse educator/NETP/infusion therapy coordinator Debra.Mudgway@wdhb.org.nz
Ext 8191, pager 085
Pauline Humm
Clinical nurse educator/NESP
Pauline.Humm@wdhb.org.nz
Ext 8247 M 0274915264
Anna Lawson
Resuscitation coordinator
anna.lawson@wdhb.org.nz
Ext 8963, Pager 008
Jo McDonnell
Midwifery educator
Jo.McDonnell@wdhb.org.nz
Ph: 348 3253 (DDI) or ext 8253
Margaret Colway
Lactation Consultant/BFHI Coordinator Margaret.colway@wdhb.org.nz
Ph:348 3253 (DDI) or ext 8253
Cell: 021 2468302
Olive Redfern
Dementia/delirium educator Olive.redfern@wdhb.org.nz
Ext 8928 M 021588275
Alex Loggie
Clinical educator MH&AS Primary Care Alex.loggie@wdhb.org.nz
M 0272928247
Tina Van Bussell
Whanganui Regional Health Network tvbussel@wrhn.org.nz
Learning and development administrator Orientation@wdhb.org.nz
Ext 8138
Page 4 of 94Registration process
Unless otherwise stated, all registrations go to:
Education registrations
Patient Safety Centre
Whanganui District Health Board
Private Bag 3003
Whanganui 4540
Email: Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 06 3481214
WDHB staff should follow the application process outlined on the intranet under Training and Development
then register with the appropriate administrator as identified on the booklet page.
Staff not employed by WDHB will copy and complete in full the registration form on the following page and
follow the registration process noted on that form. Please complete a separate registration form for each
study day and person attending.
Please register early as places fill up quickly and there will be limited spaces on some due to room
availability. You will receive written/email confirmation of your enrolment and (if required) a receipt of
payment once enrolled.
Cost/cancellation policy
A fifty-percent refund will be granted if a cancellation is received within 48 hours of the workshop. No
refunds will be given for non-attendance on the day.
Important notice
WDHB uses all reasonable skill and care to ensure that the information contained in this booklet is accurate
at the time of being made available. However, matters covered by this document are subject to change due
to a continuous programme of review and to extraordinary circumstances. WDHB reserves the right to make
any changes without notice. WDHB accepts no responsibility for any loss suffered by any person due to
reliance on the information contained in this document.
Page 5 of 94Non-WDHB staff only - study day registration
Please copy and complete all sections of the form
Please use a separate registration form for each study day and each person
attending
Name of training: Date of training:
Your name:
Workplace:
Mailing address: (For receipt, pre reading and certificate)
NON-WDHB STAFF REGISTRATION FORM
Phone no ( )
Email address (home or work):
Payment enclosed:
Payment:
Yes
For non-WDHB staff No
Cheques payable to Whanganui District Health Board Will pay on the day
Registration only confirmed when payment received Please invoice
Please do not post cash
All registrations (unless otherwise stated) to
Education Registrations
Patient Safety Centre
Whanganui District Health Board
Private Bag 3003, Whanganui 4540
Email: Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 06 348 1214
Official use only
Receipt number:
Account code:
Amount:
Page 6 of 94Short programmes/education
Computer network training
Computer network training is provided in the ITC computer suite, first floor Lambie building. You will be
advised of this by your team leader/manager. For advice on training days and times, please contact Karen at
8026. You will not be able to access the network without this training.
RiskMan training
RiskMan training is provided on Monday morning in the ITC computer suite, first floor Lambie building at
10.00am for one hour. You need to register for the training by phoning 8026. Should any additional training
be required, please contact Anne Babbage on 8181.
Clinical assessors’ workshop - NESP programme
The role of clinical assessor for students undertaking postgraduate qualification within your employing
organisation is very important. The aim of ongoing learning and professional development for registered
nurses (RNs) is the integration of knowledge and skills into practice, which are then measured against the
competencies for RN scope of practice (Nursing Council of New Zealand, 2007) and the standards of mental
health nursing practice (Te Ao Maramatanga, 2012). It is the responsibility of the education provider to have
a clear assessment process and tool for assessment of the nurse against the competencies and standards. It
is our intention that the assessor in the process is as much a tool as the proforma that is utilised and, as
such, is open to development to enhance validity and reliability of the process. The date, time and venue will
be advised. Please direct enquiries to Pauline Humm at Pauline.humm@wdhb.org.nz
Duly authorised officer (DAO) refresher
Forums are facilitated by the director of area mental health service. These two-hour forums are available for
current registered DAOs and to provide updates and reaffirmation of prior learning. DAOs will be notified of
forums in advance and will be asked to register attendance with Pauline Humm. Enquiries to: Jeff
Hammond Jeff.Hammond@wdhb.org.nz.
Infection control training
If you or your area requires infection control education this is available by contacting the WDHB infection
control nurse on extension 8101 or on 021 243-6334.
Library
The library will provide one-on-one training to hospital staff for:
literature searches (Medline, CINAHL, etc)
database usage
library catalogue
Please phone 3483142 or extension 8142 to book a time.
Medscan lecture series
The Medscan lecture is held monthly. There are a variety of topics and speakers including visiting speakers.
Everyone is welcome, there is no charge and lunch is provided, 12.00pm-1.00pm. Contact
Louise.torr@wdhb.org.nz
Professional supervisor forums
These occur bi-monthly and are open to professional supervisors who are registered on the WDHB
supervisors’ list and invited others. They are facilitated by the mental health & addictions professional
supervision project lead or designated other; they provide a venue for exchange of information on the
Page 7 of 94development of professional supervision within the organisation, and a range of topics to enhance and
develop supervisor skills. Dates and contact details to be advised. Contact Kim.fry@wdhb.org.nz
Whanganui gerontology interest group for nurses and caregivers
Forrest Lounge, 208 Guyton Street, 5.00-6.00pm every second Wednesday in March, May, July, September
and November. Topics include Alzheimer’s, dementia, wound care, pressure injury prevention. Cost $2.00.
Enquiries: Lisa Wicky 06 343 6998
eLearning modules
All staff within the hospital and wider DHB have access to Ko Awatea LEARN which is a shared platform
hosted by Counties Manakau DHB. This allows staff to access a wide range of learning opportunities. To
enable your access to LEARN if you do not already have one, please contact Margaret Gosnell
Margaret.gosnell@wdhb.org.nz.
NESP/NETP - graduate training programmes
Graduate mental health nursing programme (NESP)
New entry to specialist practice programme (NESP) - Mental health and addiction nursing
WDHB in partnership with Whitireia Polytechnic offers the postgraduate certificate new entry to specialist
practice. This programme provides a supported pathway (both clinical and educational) to enable you as a
new graduate nurse to receive specialist mental health and addictions nursing skill development in line with
the Let’s get real framework for clinical practice. Extensive clinical placements will be provided within acute
inpatient, community mental health & addictions, infant, child & adolescent mental health and addictions
service and forensic services. The programme is for a 12-month period. Graduates who successfully
complete the programme will be encouraged to apply for vacancies in our mental health & addictions
service.
Nursing entry to practice (provider) programme
This Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) approved programme is designed to ensure that through
support, guidance and preceptoring you are confident applying the theory you have learnt, to your everyday
nursing practice. The programme is for a 12 month period. Clinical placements will be in two six-month
rotations or one 12-month placement and reflect both the NETP graduates and our service needs. This
programme provides a supported pathway, both clinical and educational. In partnership with a tertiary
provider it is our aim is to ensure the provision of your first post graduate paper. Study days will be held
throughout your graduate year and a comprehensive clinical orientation will be provided for each rotation.
Graduates who successfully complete the programme will be encouraged to apply for our general nursing
vacancies.
Professional development recognition programme (PDRP)
The purpose of the programmes is:
to assure the patients/clients of a safe standard of care delivery by nurses and midwives
to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement, where nurses and midwives seek to develop
themselves as health professionals and provide the best possible services to patients, clients, their
families and whanau, and the community
to ensure nurses engaged in the programme will have met NCNZ competence requirements1 to obtain
an annual practising certificate
to ensure midwives engaged in the programme will have met the midwifery council competence
requirements2 to obtain an annual practising certificate.
1 Nursing Council of New Zealand (December 2007) Competencies for the Registered Nurse Scope of Practice
Page 8 of 94These programmes aim to:
ensure nursing/midwifery expertise is visible, valued and understood
enable differentiation between the different levels/domains of practice. Value and reward clinical
practice
encourage practice development
identify advanced practice and role models
encourage critical thinking and reflective practice.
There are four PDRP levels for the RN:
New graduate RN
Competent RN
Proficient RN
Expert RN
There are three PDRP levels for the enrolled nurse (EN):
Competent EN
Proficient EN
Accomplished EN
There are two PDRP pathways for senior nurses:
Senior RN (management focus)
Expert RN (clinical focus)
More information about each of these levels and the PDRP information booklets handbook can be found on
the WDHB intranet in the learning and development folder or on the WDHB web page - work for us learning
and development folder.
Process for applying for assessment of proficient and expert RN and proficient and accomplished EN
portfolios
At WDHB you can submit your portfolio for assessment at any time. If you require assistance in developing
your portfolio and you are working in the community or the hospital, you can contact the PDRP coordinator
on Extn: 8164 or DD: (06) 348 3164 or by email on PDRPCoordinator.Whanganui@wdhb.org.nz
Page 9 of 94WDHB campus map
Page 10 of 94WDHB staff and external staff
Advanced care planning L1A workshop
WDHB staff and external staff
Aims/purpose
Are you passionate about advanced care planning (ACP)? We are looking for health professionals who
want to:
help grow the use of ACP
learn how to translate an individual’s wishes into written documentation for their advance care planning
gain experience in supporting patients with ACP.
Content
ACP documentation
The law around ACP
How to start an ACP conversation
How to document an ACP conversation
Workshop Dates: 2019 Location
28 March Board Room
26 June Room One by the library
11 September Room One by the library
19 November Room One by the library
(Whanganui Hospital)
Cost Nil
Duration One day 0830 – 1530hrs
Contact Anna Lawson Resuscitation Coordinator
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience RNs who work in aged care, wards nurses, OPD, long term condition
nurses, general practitioners/ senior medical officers/RMOs, social workers
and any health professional interested in starting discussions around ACP.
Prerequisite ACP eLearning needs to be completed before attending the workshop
https://acp.elearning.ac.nz
Page 11 of 94WDHB staff and external staff
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS/NZRC CORE Advanced)
WDHB staff and external staff
Aims/purpose
The aim of the study day is to develop an understanding of advanced resuscitation techniques, knowledge
and skills. Note: The format of this course has changed- CORE Advanced was previously CORE Level 5, 6,
7 (aka ACLS).
Content
Defibrillation, airway management, adult and child collapse, teambuilding skills and resuscitation
scenarios.
Workshop Dates 2019 Location
ACLS 1 February Room One
6 March Whanganui Hospital
5 April
3 May
7 June
3 July
1 August
4 September
2 October
8 November
11 December
Cost WDHB staff: Nil
External: CORE – Advanced (formerly level 5-7) $300.00
Duration One day 8.00am – 5.00pm
Contact/registrations to Anna Lawson, resuscitation co-ordinator
Ext 8963, Pager 008.
Anna.lawson@wdhb.org.nz
Target audience General practitioners, RMOs, CCU/ED RNs, anaesthetic techs, PACU RNs,
clinical nurse coordinators, SMOs, senior wards RNs, flight nurses
This course is not suitable for beginning practitioners e.g. NETP
Prerequisite Three to four weeks self-directed reading/learning (note change in pre
reading time with new course format).
RMOs are expected to be updated yearly in CPR
ED & CCU RNs two-yearly
Anaesthetic techs two-yearly
RNs minimum three-yearly
GPs three yearly
Note: Limited class numbers. Please contact Anna Lawson with preferred
date or you will not be registered. All internal staff to complete study form
once date confirmed.
Page 12 of 94WDHB and external staff
Essential for all clinical staff
who have direct patient contact
ALERT - acute life-threatening events recognition & treatment
Aims/purpose
The aim of the study day is designed to assist ward nurses, doctors and allied health professionals to
recognise the ‘at risk’ patient, to identify organ impairment or organ failure at an early stage, to initiate
treatment to prevent the spiralling cascade of multi-organ failure and to improve the communication skills
required to facilitate care. It is therefore designed to allow clinicians to predict, prevent and treat
whilst communicating actions to the patient, their family/whanau and other healthcare professionals.
Content
Assessing the critically ill patient
The blue and breathless patient
The hypotensive patient
The patient with a disordered conscious level
The oliguric patient
Pain relief in critical illness
Organisational and communication skills
The brief introduction to the ethics of acute care
Scenario-based learning.
Workshop Dates: 2019 Location
ALERT 28 February Lecture theatre/room one
14 June
30 August
29 November
Cost $50 (educational materials)
Duration One day 8.30am – 4.00pm
Contact Margaret Gosnell, nurse educator
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience All healthcare professionals
(RNs, ENs, RMOs, RMs, allied health professionals)
Prerequisite Early registration is essential as pre reading material will be sent at least
two weeks prior.
Page 13 of 94Nurses working in
General Practice
B4School training for registered nurses
Aims/purpose
The purpose of the B4School check is to promote health and wellbeing in preschool children and identify
any behavioural, health or development concerns that may impact on the child’s ability to get the best
start at school. This training will prepare RNs to deliver a comprehensive B4School check at a nationally
consistent standard within the general practice setting.
Content
Child development milestones at age 4
oral health promotion and assessment
SDQ-P and PEDS development and behavioural questionnaire delivery
monitoring physical growth
referral pathways
recognising family violence and vulnerable children
child immunisations
school readiness
B4School case studies.
Workshop Dates: 2019 Location
B4School Training for 21 and 22 February 2019 Whanganui Regional Health
RNs Network, Entrance 3 of Whanganui
Other dates TBA due to demand Hospital Campus, 100 Heads Rd,
(minimum of 5 participants Whanganui.
required).
Cost No cost
Duration 21 Feb 0900-1630 *Online module training equates to
22 Feb 0900-1300 4hours of education.
Participants must attend both
training days.
Contact Nicola Metcalfe-B4Sc Co-ordinator
Whanganui Regional Health Network
Registrations nmetcalfe@wrhn.org.nz
Ph.: (06) 9542075 or 021 242 5055
Target audience RNs currently working in general practice within the WDHB district.
Prerequisite Participants are required to complete “Train the Trainer for B4School
nurses” free online learning modules available via learnonline.health.nz
prior to attending the workshop.
Page 14 of 94WDHB staff and external staff
Bariatric study day
Aims/purpose
The aim of the study day is designed to assist ward nurses, doctors and allied health professionals to
make informed choices about providing safe and ethical care for our bariatric patients. There is a
noticeable increase in the number of bariatric admissions and this presents challenges to patients and to
the staff caring for them
Content
May include but is not limited to:
ethics of care
policies and procedures
body types and their impact on mobility, exercise and activity
respiratory emergency management
imaging considerations
hygiene, continence and wound care issues
nutritional considerations
equipment road show
case study
Workshop Date: 2019 Location
15 May Lecture Theatre
9 October
13 November
Cost $30.00
Duration One day 0830 - 1630
Contact Margaret Gosnell
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience RNs
Prerequisite Nil
Links to WDHB/MOH Goal one in the WDHB annual plan is to improve health and improve
initiatives management of chronic conditions including cardiac disease.
The MoH has identified chronic disease management as a key focus
area in the New Zealand health strategy.
Page 15 of 94WDHB staff and external staff
Breakaway and de-escalation techniques
Aims/purpose
Identifying and raise awareness of the necessary skills for dealing with aggression. To teach de-
escalation, communication skills and techniques for disengagement and breakaway from physical assault
or attack.
Prerequisite - participants should complete the CALM communication e-learning on Ko Awatea.
Content
Self-awareness De-escalation
Causes of aggression Personal safety
Assessment of risk Practical disengagement techniques
Patterns of behaviour Legislation considerations
Communication skills Debriefing of incidents
Workshop Dates 2019 Location
22 March
6 June Te Whare Kakariki
16 August
24 October
Cost $40 for non-DHB staff
Duration One day 9.00am – 4.00pm
Enquiries Jeff Hammond, Associate Director of Nursing mental health
Pauline Humm, Clinical Nurse Educator
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience All WDHB staff
Let’s get real Law policy practice/working with service users
module link
Links to Health & Disability Service Standards (Restraint Minimisation and Safe Practice)
WDHB/MoH NZS 8134.2:2008
initiatives Mental Health (compulsory & Treatment) Act 1992
Crimes Act 1961
Te Tahuhu – 2005 – 2018
Te Kokiri – 2006 – 2018
Te Ao Maramatanga. MH Nursing standards for Practice - 2004
WDHB – Restraint Policy
WDHB Mental Health & Addictions Service – Restraint Minimisation Policy &
Procedure
Let’s Get Real , Real Skills for people working in Mental Health, MOH, 2008
Page 16 of 94WDHB staff and external staff
Cardiac study day
Aims/purpose
The aim of the study day is to extend your knowledge and skills in working with patients who have
cardiac disease.
Content
May include but is not limited to:
Chest/cardiac assessment
Cardiac care pathways
ECG analysis
Cardiac Pharmacology
Interventions
Workshop Date: 2019 Location
3 April Room one
Cost $30.00
Duration One day 0830 - 1630
Contact Paul.boden@wdhb.org.nz or
Margaret.gosnell@wdhb.org.nz
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience RNs
Prerequisite Nil
Links to WDHB/MOH Goal one in the WDHB annual plan is to improve health and improve
initiatives management of chronic conditions including cardiac disease.
The MoH has identified chronic disease management as a key focus
area in the New Zealand health strategy.
Page 17 of 94Nurses working in
Primary Practice
Cardiovascular disease/risk (CVD) in primary care
Aims/purpose
A primary healthcare nurse is often one of the first contacts a patient has with the healthcare system and
is integral to the assessment and management of patients. This training is designed to ensure awareness
around cardiovascular disease assessment, management and associated tools, resources, equity issues
and support networks available within the primary care setting.
Content may include but not limited to
Screening for CVD
An overview of the Map of medicine
ECG
Changes to national guidelines
Use of PREDICT
Cardiac pharmacology
Equity issues
Heart foundation updates and resources
Rehabilitation programmes
Practical management of CVD/CHF in the community
Workshop Dates: 2019 Location
To be advised Whanganui Regional Health
Network, Entrance 3 of Whanganui
Hospital Campus, 100 Heads Rd,
Whanganui.
Cost Free
Duration Full day 0830-1630
Contact Jo Mair, Clinical Practice Liaison
jmair@wrhn.org.nz
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience All registered nurses working in primary care
Suggested Readings Map of Medicine Cardiac pathway
Familiarity with PREDICT an advantage
Page 18 of 94Nurses working in
Primary Practice
Cervical screening
Aims/purpose
To upskill RNs and midwives to the NZQA level 6 unit - to have a competently trained workforce.
Content
Anatomy, physiology, pathology and cytology
Cervical screening and barriers to screening
Cultural safety
Gynaecological disorders
Informed consent
Laboratory input and colposcopy
National cervical screening programme
Sexual health
Sexually transmissible infections
Understanding results, recalls, referrals
Workshop Dates: 2019 Location
Cervical Screening March 4-6 Wellington
Training NZQA US29556 June 24-26
August 19-21
October 14-16
Cost $1000.00
NCSP Sample Taker Training Grant information is available on NSU
website.
Duration Three full days
Contact Sue Hina shina@wrhn.org.nz
Registrations familyplanning.org.nz
Target audience RNs
Prerequisite Full New Zealand registration as a nurse or midwife
Current Practicing Certificate
Current Indemnity Insurance
A clinical supervisor (current certified sample taker) for your practical
training after the theory course. The NCSP competencies for cervical
screening education and training specify the criteria for a clinical
supervisor.
Able to complete all practical requirements within the trainee's own
workplace.
Page 19 of 94Nurses working in
Primary Practice
Cervical screening updates
Aims/purpose
An update for authorised cervical smear takers who need a minimum of four hours every two years plus
any additional hours to maintain competence
Content
Update courses are designed to provide health professionals with up to date information on changes in
cervical screening, practice and policy at a national and local level to ensure they remain current and have
the appropriate competencies to screen women safely within their scope of practice.
Workshop Dates: 2019 Location
Dates to be confirmed Whanganui Regional Health
Network, Entrance 3 of Whanganui
Hospital Campus, 100 Heads Rd,
Whanganui.
Cost Free
Duration 4 hours- dates to be confirmed Time to be confirmed
Contact Sue Hina shina@wrhn.org.nz
Registrations immune.org.nz
Target audience Authorised cervical smear takers
Prerequisite
Page 20 of 94Childhood eczema, asthma and wheeze in the community
Aims/purpose
Aim of the study is to encourage effective use of tools and resources available for treatment and to
understand mechanisms of condition and different medications.
Content
May include but not limited to:
Eczema
Symptoms and triggers
Available preparations
emollients
topical steroids
antiseptic bath
Action Plan and follow up
Tools
Asthma
Symptoms and treatment
Reliever medicines
Inhaled Corticosteroids
Asthma Action Plan and follow up
Tools – Asthma Control Test
Asthma in Maori and Pacific children
Workshop Dates: 2019 Location
Quarterly: Dates to be confirmed WRHN venue room
Feb
June
August
October
Cost Free
Duration 2-4 hours
Contact Janine Spence – Child Services Coordinator
3480109 ext 726
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience RNs
Prerequisite
Page 21 of 94WDHB staff only
Clinical nurse coordinators (CNC) workshop
Aims/purpose
To increase the effectiveness and knowledge of the CNC role, and to assist in the development of
leadership and management skills.
Content and agenda to be advised
Workshop Date: 2019 Location
3 May Women’s and Children’s Meeting
7 May Room 1
14 May (in Delta)
Cost to participant $30
Duration One day per participant 0800 - 1630
Enquiries Rosie Rosewarne
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience All current CNCs, clinical coaches and those developing into leadership roles
WDHB staff only
Prerequisites CNM approval
Page 22 of 94WDHB
Mental Health & Addiction Staff
Clinical risk assessment and management
(Mental Health & Addictions)
Aims/purpose
The aim of the workshop is to increase the skills and knowledge of assessment of clinical risk and
appropriate interventions for managing risk within a CEP framework. This course with examine risk
management techniques and formulation of risk as they apply to mental health and addictions service
practice areas. You will also become competent at documenting risk assessments and management plans
using relevant frameworks.
Content
A brief history of risk, context of risk as part of clinical practice. You will explore frameworks for risk
assessment. The course will also cover legislation, risk formulation, risk management, risk benefit
analysis, assessment tools and strategies.
Workshop Date: 2019 Location
18 February Te Awhina Training Room
1 April
17 June
5 August
21 October
Cost Nil
Duration One day: 9.00am – 4.00pm
Contact Pauline Humm, Educator Mental Health
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience All clinical staff working in mental health & addictions
Pre-reading/Let’s get real Introduction to risk in mental health and addictions/working with service
links users, law policy practice
Links to WDHB/MoH Te Tahuhu, 2005 – 2018
initiatives Te Kokiri, 2006 – 2018
Te Hongona, 2018
Let’s Get Real, Real Skills for people working in Mental Health, MoH, 2008
Achieving Excellence Mental Health Services Project
Page 23 of 94WDHB staff and external staff
Close care with dignity
Aim/purpose
Caring for people with cognitive impairment in the general hospital setting presents a number of
challenges and complexities of care. The requirement for close observation of people with impaired
cognition is increasing dramatically.
This one day workshop provides a set of tools to enhance the knowledge and skill and attitudes set of the
participants towards providing person centred care. It also acknowledges the importance of self-care in
working with behaviours of concern. There is an accompanying work book for completion to evidence
competency.
Content
Dementia/delirium/confusion & behaviours of concern overview
Person-centred care
Policy and documentation
Self-care and resilience
Environmental considerations
Sensory tool box
Use of sensory trolley
Workshop Dates: 2019 Location
14 March Room one WDHB
30 May
12 September
Cost $30
Duration 0830 – 1600
Contact Olive.redfern@wdhb.org.nz
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience All staff who
engage in close observations in hospital settings
Links to WDHB Close care policy
Page 24 of 94Nurses working in
Primary Practice
Communication skills for general practice teams
Aims/purpose
Effective communication is an essential skill in general practice consultations for all clinical team
members. The training day looks at the development of effective skills and ways to find a style of
communication that suits the clinician and produces benefits for both patient and practice teams.
Content may include but not limited to
Motivational interviewing overview
Dealing with conflict
Positive assertiveness
Workshop Date Location
To be confirmed Whanganui Regional Health
Network, Entrance 3 of Whanganui
Hospital Campus, 100 Heads Rd,
Whanganui.
Cost
Free
Duration
To be advised
Contact Julie Nitschke
jnitschke@wrhn.org.nz
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience
General Practice teams
Prerequisite
Page 25 of 94Nurses working in
Primary Practice
Dementia workshop
Aims/purpose
While the incidence of dementia is slowing due to improved cardiovascular health, the overall numbers of
those living with dementia is still growing. This is due to increased longevity and the `baby boomers’
generation now entering into older age. The oldest of the baby boomer generation is now aged 73 years.
The aim of this workshop is improve skills and knowledge around preventing or slowing the course of
dementia, identifying and diagnosing dementia, along with dementia management and support in primary
care.
Content
Risk factors for dementia from a primary health perspective
Diagnosing dementia- MOCA, depression
Managing dementia- medications, environment, available services
Behavioural signs and symptoms of dementia, delirium, depression Driving asse
Driving assessments
Dementia subtype overview
End of life care
Workshop Dates: 2019 Location
August 2019 WRHN, Entrance 3 of Whanganui
Date to be confirmed Hospital Campus, 100 Heads Rd,
Whanganui.
Cost Free
Duration Full day 0830-1530hrs
Contact Rebecca Casey
Rebecca.Casey@wrhn.org.nz
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience All primary care nurses
Suggested Reading Goodfellow Dementia
Map of Medicine Dementia Pathway
Page 26 of 94WDHB staff and externa staff
Diabetes update (Advanced)
Aims/purpose
The aim of these workshops is to consolidate and build on knowledge and skills gained from previous
diabetes learning days together with experience obtained from daily clinical practice. These half-day
sessions will cover different aspects of diabetes care specific to either primary, aged or secondary care
together with general updates on latest trends/topics and case review.
Prior learning/attendance at Fundamental Diabetes Day is a prerequisite and evidence of such is required
at registration.
Content
May include but not limited to:
Pathophysiology Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes self-management - This includes a participant competency assessment with blood glucose
monitoring.
Pharmacology: including insulin and hypoglycaemic agents
Insulin delivery devices together with participant competency assessment
Diabetes complications including microvascular and macrovascular disease (participant competency
assessment with foot assessment will be a requirement).
Hypoglycaemia – recognition, treatment and potential reasons
Acute management of hyperglycaemia, Diabetes ketoacidosis (DKA) and Hyperglycaemic Hyperosmolar
State (HSS)
Gestational diabetes
Case review
Workshop Date: 2019 Location
Primary/aged care 8.30am – 12md Monday 27 May 2019 Room One
8.30am – 12md Monday 9 September 2019 Room One
Secondary care 1pm – 4.30pm Monday 27 May 2019
1pm – 4.30pm Monday 9 September 2019 Room One
Room One
Cost $30.00
Duration 2 x half day Primary & Aged Care 0830 – 12md
or
Secondary Care 1pm – 4.30pm
Contact Pauline Giles; Diabetes Nurse Practitioner
pauline.giles@wdhb.org.nz
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience RNs who have previously attended the Fundamental Diabetes Study
Day and regularly actively involved in caring for people with diabetes
Prerequisite See above
Links to WDHB/MOH Goal one in the WDHB annual plan is to improve health and improve
initiatives management of chronic conditions including diabetes. The MoH has
identified chronic disease management as a key focus area in the NZ
health strategy.
Page 27 of 94WDHB staff and external staff
Diabetes study day (Fundamental)
Aims/purpose
The aim of the study day is to consolidate and build on knowledge gained from the Diabetes E-learning
modules which is a prerequisite for the day. Different aspects of diabetes including acute and long-term
management will be covered. This day is for registered nurses who provide regular care to people at risk
of, or with pre-existing diabetes in both primary and secondary care settings. It is also a suitable starting
point for nurses wanting become a diabetes resource nurse in their chosen area of work.
Certificate of completion of the Diabetes E-learning modules must be submitted to contact below at least
one week prior to day to confirm attendance
The e-learning resource consists of eight modules covering aspects of diabetes and can be found on
www.healthmentoronline.com. There is a cost attached for nurses working outside of general practice
(i.e. DHB or PHO employees); please discuss with your unit manager for payment arrangements.
Content
May include but not limited to:
Pathophysiology Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes self-management - This includes a participant competency assessment with blood glucose
monitoring.
Pharmacology: including insulin and hypoglycaemic agents
Insulin delivery devices together with participant competency assessment
Diabetes complications including microvascular and macrovascular disease (participant competency
assessment with foot assessment will be a requirement).
Hypoglycaemia – recognition, treatment and potential reasons
Acute management of hyperglycaemia, Diabetes ketoacidosis (DKA) and Hyperglycaemic
Hyperosmolar State (HSS)
Gestational diabetes
Case review
Workshop Date: 2019 Location
1 April 2019 Room 1
Cost $30.00
Duration One day 0830 - 1630
Contact Pauline Giles; Diabetes Nurse Practitioner.
Pauline.giles@wdhb.org.nz
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience RNs
Prerequisite See above
Links to WDHB/MOH Goal one in the WDHB annual plan is to improve health and improve
initiatives management of chronic conditions including diabetes. The MoH has
identified chronic disease management as a key focus area in the NZ
health strategy.
Page 28 of 94WDHB
Mental Health & Addiction Staff
Early intervention for mental health and addictions specialist team
Aims/purpose
The early intervention specialist team from CCDHB have a variety of workshops to offer and they will be
run depending on service need and request.
Early intervention workshops and focus groups
Early intervention (EI) in psychosis services support young people (and their whanau-families) who are
experiencing psychosis for the first time. The EI approach is based on evidence that timely intervention
during the years following a first episode of psychosis can improve functional and clinical outcomes, and
reduce the long-term impact of psychotic illness. EI clinicians may use a range of treatment options,
including medication, psychological therapies, social, occupation and educational supports in order to
minimise the disruption to young people’s lives.
In March 2018 the Wellington early intervention service are organising a workshop with other DHBs in the
region to introduce EI concepts to all interested mental health professionals and support workers. Topics
will include psychological therapies, the experience of trauma and risk factors for psychosis, assessment
of early psychosis. These interactive and discussion based sessions are organised to ensure that EI
clinicians across the North Island Central Region are well supported in their roles and able to benefit from
local expertise and recent evidence for best EI practice.
Content
Topics include:
association of trauma and psychosis
how to manage disclosures and safety issues
trauma specific treatment approaches
non-verbal ways of communicating
what makes an early psychosis assessment different from other assessments
drug induced and drug precipitated psychotic symptoms
use of specific assessment tools and rating scales
Workshop Date: 2019 Location
To be advised
Cost Nil
Duration 1000-1530
Contact Pauline Humm, Nurse Educator, Mental Health
Registrations of interest Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
for any of the above Fax: 3481214
topics
Target audience All mental health & addictions professionals
Prerequisite Depends on workshop
Page 29 of 94WDHB staff only
Epidural workshop
Aims/purpose
The aim of this workshop is to place an emphasis on safety features to prevent inadvertent IV
administration and/or other complication associated with epidural infusions
Content
May include but not limited to:
Definition
Indications/contraindications
Prescription form
Medications
Block heights
Observations
Complications
Removal
Pumps
Administration sets
Workshop Dates: 2019 Location
13 May Room one
Cost $30
Duration Choose either 0900 – 1100 or
1130 – 1330 or
1400 - 1600
Contact Bronwynne.anderson@wdhb.org.nz
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience All RNs
Prerequisite
Page 30 of 94Nurses working in
General Practice
General practice team core training day
Aims/purpose
These introductory training days support core competencies for working within general practice teams
and increasing understanding of the Whanganui primary healthcare sector, associated models of care and
systems.
Content
Overview of the role and organisational structures of the PHO/DHB/MOH, district demographics,
funding models, contractual requirements, equity
Use of MEDTECH and the associated tools e.g. dashboard, powerBI, wellness tool
Models of care and associated screening tools
Workshop Dates: 2019 Location
To be confirmed- three days to Whanganui Regional Health
choose from Network, Entrance 3 of Whanganui
February 2019 Hospital Campus, 100 Heads Rd,
June 2019 Whanganui.
October 2019
Cost Free
Duration Full Day 0830-1630
Half Day 0830-1230
Contact Tina van Bussel
tvbussel@wrhn.org.nz
Registrations Education.Registrations@wdhb.org.nz
Fax: 3481214
Target audience All members of the General Practice team
Prerequisite
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