Practice nurse update – 2 April 2025

1. CESPHN – SUPPORT FOR NURSES WORKING IN GENERAL PRACTICE
2. PRACTICE NURSE NETWORKING EVENINGS
3. CLUB ASHFIELD – Ashfield
4. PULLMAN HOTEL – Mascot
5. ST GEORGE MOTOR BOAT CLUB – Sans Souci
6. CESPHN – PROGRAMS
7. NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
8. EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES AND PROGRAMS
9. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
10. HAVE YOUR SAY
11. Immunisation Update

CESPHN – SUPPORT FOR NURSES WORKING IN GENERAL PRACTICE

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

PRACTICE NURSE NETWORKING EVENINGS

Central and Eastern Sydney PHN (CESPHN) would like to invite Practice nurses working within our region to join us for a Nurse networking evening. A face to face event where you can establish connections with other nurses, build relationships, share experiences and elevate your nursing knowledge while enjoying some canapes and light refreshments.

Places are limited.

Register for your preferred event below.

CLUB ASHFIELD – Ashfield

Thursda,y 10 April 2025

Hear from our guest speakers, Dr Lucy Wynter (Clinical Academic, Nephrologist and General Physician) and Carmen Moroney (Chronic Kidney Disease Stewardship Clinical Nurse Consultant) on Chronic Kidney Disease.

To register – https://connect.cesphn.org.au/EventDetails?id=a1JMn000003a8BpMAI

PULLMAN HOTEL – Mascot

Thursday, 8 May 2025

Guest speaker to be announced soon.

To register – https://connect.cesphn.org.au/EventDetails?id=a1JMn000003a8a1MAA

ST GEORGE MOTOR BOAT CLUB – Sans Souci

Tuesday, 3 June 2025

Hear from our guest speaker, Glenn Paull (St George Hospital Cardiology Clinical Nurse Consultant), on Cardiology and ECG Interpretation.

To register – https://connect.cesphn.org.au/EventDetails?id=a1JMn000003W9cjMAC

CESPHN – PROGRAMS

GP CanShare

GP CanShare is a collaboration between Central and Eastern Sydney PHN, Sydney Local Health District, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District and St Vincent’s Hospital with the aim of enhancing cancer management in primary care.

The project assists General Practices, community cancer services and specialist cancer services to work together in providing care for patients with cancer and improve their experience of the cancer system.

GPs and practice nurses wanting to be linked to a GPCanShare nurse coordinator, please see our website for further information and contact direct details – https://cesphn.org.au/general-practice/help-my-patients-with/cancer-management

NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Cancer Institute NSW – ReadytoScreen trial to support lung cancer screening 

From 1 July 2025, The National Lung Cancer Screening Program will begin. Eligible participants will need a referral from their GP to be screened. Early detection through screening is proven to significantly improve outcomes for patients at high risk of lung cancer.

The ReadytoScreen trial seeks to explore the most effective approaches for encouraging eligible patients to participate in lung cancer screening. It aims to examine how communication and information provided by a patient’s general practice can boost participation rates, as well as identify ways to better support practices in implementing the National Lung Cancer Screening Program.

For more information and to join – https://www.cancer.nsw.gov.au/what-we-do/working-with-primary-care/primary-care-updates/screening-updates#April25

Artificial intelligence (AI) tool diagnoses multiple diseases from one blood sample

A recent study has introduced an innovative AI tool capable of analyzing blood samples to detect infections, autoimmune diseases, and vaccine responses all at once. By examining genes that encode immune cell receptors, the algorithm was able to identify patients with conditions such as COVID-19, type 1 diabetes, lupus, and others.

To find out more – https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/ai-tool-diagnoses-multiple-diseases-one-blood-sample-2025a10005nu?ecd=WNL_confwrapup_pulm_AAAAI-NON-SPON_250319_MSCPEDIT_etid7302208&uac=471727HX&impID=7302208

Heart Foundation Walking

Encourage your patients to join the Heart Foundation’s welcoming walking groups or explore their straightforward Personal Walking Plans. With over 700 walking groups and more than 350,000 participants across the country, this expert-supported program is free, adaptable, and designed to inspire a healthier lifestyle.

To find out more – https://www.heartfoundationwalking.org.au/for-health-professionals?utm_source=apna&utm_medium=paid_media&utm_campaign=walking_hpe&utm_content=online-editorial&utm_term=45726

Nurse Midwife Health Program Australia

This is a free, confidential and independent support and counselling service offered to all nurses, midwives and students.

To find out more – https://nursemidwifehpa.org.au

View the flyer

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES AND PROGRAMS

Free Menopause Education Program

Jean Hailes for Women’s Health are offering free courses in Menopause. Enhance your knowledge and discover the vital role nurses play in Menopause management. Developed in collaboration with clinical experts, these courses are available on the Jean Hailes for Women’s Health website.

To find out more – https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-professionals/menopause-courses-for-health-professionals

Benchmarque Group – Managing Wounds in Primary Healthcare

Effective wound management is a complex, important and costly aspect of nursing that requires timely management for positive outcomes for the patient. Primary health clinicians play a key role in assessing and effectively managing a range of wound presentations. The Managing Wounds in Primary Health Care provides clinicians with an evidence based framework to assess, manage a variety of wounds while understanding the importance of client centred education and care.

When: Wednesday 14 May 2025 or Wednesday 4 June 2025

Where: Central and Eastern Sydney PHN Mascot

Cost: $700.00

To book – https://www.benchmarquegroup.com.au/courses/managing-wounds/

To access further education sessions from Benchmarque – Benchmarque   Booking-Flyer-CESPHN.pdf

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Nurse education scholarship opportunities in 2025 

                                 

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 attend one of four face-to-face educational workshops.

Successful applicants will receive scholarships covering up to 90% of the course fees.

For further information – https://cesphn.org.au/news/nurse-education

HAVE YOUR SAY

Shaping the future of Accreditation

The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care is seeking feedback from the general practice sector to share their views on potential changes to the accreditation cycle and assessment of general practices. Important changes being considered include extending the length of the accreditation cycle, the addition of a mid-cycle review, and short notice assessments.

Consultation is now open until Friday 4 April 2025.

For further information – https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/newsroom/consultations/public-consultation-potential-changes-accreditation-general-practices

Immunisation Update

For the latest Immunisation update please click here – https://cesphn.org.au/general-practice/practice-support-and-development/immunisation-gp/immunisation-news-alerts