CESPHN Scholarship for General Practice nurses
Applications close 30 September 2022
About the Scholarship
Central and Eastern Sydney PHN is offering registered nurses working in General Practice within the CESPHN region the opportunity to apply for a scholarship to complete studies to become a qualified authorised nurse immuniser in NSW and administer vaccinations independent of a medical officer.
CESPHN are offering successful applicants 100% scholarship to this course (valued at $350).
Eligibility criteria
- Registered nurse (RN) – with current AHPRA registration
- Currently employed at a General Practice within the CESPHN region
- RN must have not previously attained qualification as an authorised nurse immuniser
- RN must be able to register and commence course within 1 week of application
- RN must successfully complete course within 20 weeks of registration
About the course
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This course is accredited by Health Education Services Australia (HESA) and conforms with the National Immunisation Education Framework for Health Professionals.
Upon completion of this course, registered nurses and midwives will have the qualification to administer vaccinations in NSW, independent of a medical officer, as per NSW Health Authority.
20% Discount: Benchmarque Authorised Nurse Immuniser course
23 February 2022 – New & Alerts
CESPHN is proud to have supported over 300 RNs in completing their studies to be qualified Authorised Nurse Immunisers (ANI) over the last 12 months.
If you are an RN interested in completing studies to be a qualified ANI, please email immunisation@cesphn.com.au to receive a 20% discount code, to complete studies with The Benchmarque Group – Immunisation Endorsement Pathway.
This course is accredited by HESA, conforming with the National Immunisation Education Framework for Health Professionals. Upon completion of the course, registered nurses and midwives will have the qualification to administer vaccinations in NSW, independent of a medical officer, as per NSW Health Authority.
The course involves practice in drawing up and administrating vaccinations in a simulated environment, as well as cold chain management and comprehensive knowledge in working out catch up schedules, assuring those participating are equipped with the knowledge and confidence to deliver vaccinations.
Waitlist: CESPHN Scholarship for nurses
Central and Eastern Sydney PHN from time to time offer the opportunity for registered nurses working within the CESPHN region the opportunity to apply for scholarship to complete studies to become a qualified authorised nurse immuniser. This qualification allows RNs in NSW to administer vaccinations independent of a medical officer.
To be notified of future scholarship opportunities, interested RNs should complete the form below to be placed on a waitlist.
Eligibility criteria: registered nurses working in general practice or RACF within the CESPHN region, who have not previously attained qualification as an authorised nurse immuniser.
How to indicate interest in completing scholarship