Are you a new nurse working in general practice?
Our practice support team are available to provide you with a Practice Nurse orientation session which includes a copy of our Practice Nurse Resource Guide.
We can also provide you with ongoing support to help you learn and succeed in your new role.
These sessions can either be an in general practice or a virtual visit.
If you would like to book an orientation session or have any questions, please contact practicesupport@cesphn.com.au
CESPHN Health Professionals Network
New Nurses working in the Central and Eastern Sydney PHN region can register for our Health Professionals Network for free, allowing you access to our newsletters, immunisation education and
many other CPD events.
Primary Health Care Nurses Day
Last Wednesday was Primary Health Care Nurses Day and to show our appreciation for all that Primary Health Care Nurses do every day, CESPHN celebrated with a morning team.
Practice Nurse Networking Event – Inside the Box: Cardiac Implantable Devices in Primary Care
Join us for an evening of connection, collaboration and conversation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow nurses, share experiences, exchange ideas, and build valuable professional relationships whilst learning about Implantable cardiac devices – including pacemakers, implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs), cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) devices, and cardiac monitoring devices.
Welcome drink on arrival and dinner will be served.
To find out more and register.
Nurse Re-entry Program – Host a Nurse in Your Practice
The Nurse Re-entry Program is an Australian Government initiative supporting general practices to build their capability by hosting nurses in supervised placements. The program helps nurses who haven’t practised in the last 5-10 years to return to the workforce through paid, supervised placements in general practice. The program also supports nurse practitioners transitioning into general practice.
The program strengthens your team by training nurses within your practice to regain full registration with the Nursing and Midwifery
Board of Australia (NMBA). Once completed, the nurse will have met the requirements for full registration and will be fully trained in the primary care setting.
You will be connected to eligible nurses and confirm supervision requirements to ensure placements meet NMBA standards.
To participate, your practice must be accredited and have a registered nurse with at least 12 months of general practice experience available to supervise. Eligible practices may receive a grant to support participation and there is no obligation to employ the nurse permanently after the placement is complete.
Expressions of interest are now open. Submit your EOI and we will contact you to confirm eligibility and discuss next steps.
For more information, contact our Nurse Re-entry Program team via email.
Home foetal monitors are still available online despite the ban
Doctors are concerned that home foetal monitors are still available online despite the TGA banning these devices in Australia last year.
The information the monitorprovides may be dangerously misleading without proper training, raising concerns.
To find out more – Home fetal monitors available online despite Australian ban
Nurse-led model of care poised to tackle Australia’s skin cancer crisis
According to a recent discussion paper, Australia should embrace more innovative strategies for skin cancer detection—particularly a nurse‑led model that has the potential to save thousands of lives.
Nurse-led model of care poised to tackle Australia’s skin cancer crisis – ANMJ
Cosmetic injecting nurse’s registration cancelled
A Queensland nurse has been prohibited from practicing for two years after unlawfully and inappropriately administering a botulinum toxin formulation to a patient without seeking a doctor’s consultation or obtaining a valid prescription.
To find out more
The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia is seeking feedback on the revised Enrolled nurse and Registered Nurse Standards of Practice.
The EN and RN standards for practice identify the knowledge, skills and professional attributes needed for safe and competent practice as an EN or RN in Australia.
Feedback closes Friday 13 March 2026
To access the survey
Family Planning Australia – Clinical Forum for Nurses and Midwives
The Clinical Forum for Nurses and Midwives includes a half-day session aimed at registered nurses, enrolled nurses and midwives looking to update and expand their knowledge in reproductive and sexual health.
Led by experienced Family Planning Australia clinicians and subject matter experts, the forum will cover key topics including:
For further information
Australian College of Nurse Practitioners
Primary Care Nursing and Midwifery Scholarships
Aged Care Nursing Scholarship Program
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