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.
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 – Practice Nurse Networking Event – Inside the Box: Cardiac Implantable Devices in Primary Care | CESPHN
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.
We will connect you 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.
NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Primary Health Care Nurses Day – Wednesday 4 February
Primary Health Care Nurses Day (PHCND) is an opportunity to recognise the nurses who deliver essential care in general practice, community health, aged care, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services, corrections and more.
This day is a chance to highlight the skill, dedication and impact of primary health care nurses who support the health and wellbeing of millions of Australians.
Our theme for 2026 celebrates the important role nurses play in prevention, early intervention, connection and community care.
To find out how you can get involved – Primary Health Care Nurses Day
Therapeutic Goods Administration critical recall for CellAED non-rechargeable public automated external defibrillators
The supplier of CellAED devices has entered liquidation and is no longer able to provide product support. This creates an increased risk of safety or performance issues, meaning the device may not function as intended during an emergency. Customers are advised not to use the device and to dispose of it safely. Replacement stock will not be available.
For further information – CellAED: Non-rechargeable public automated external defibrillator | Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA)
Safer sharps, safer workflows: Understanding Australia’s new sharps container standards
The updated standards aim to minimize needlestick injuries, enhance clinical workflow safety, provide clearer and more consistent container labeling, and promote environmentally responsible waste management with a stronger focus on sustainability.
To find out more – Safer sharps, safer workflows: Understanding Australia’s new sharps container standards – ANMJ
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES AND PROGRAMS
APNA’s National Nursing Clinical Placement Program
Would you like to host a student in 2026?
By hosting a student nurse throughAPNA’s National Nursing Clinical Placements Program, you and your workplace can play a vital role in showing tomorrow’s nurses why primary health care is the place to be after graduation.
APNA’s expert placements team takes care of the paperwork and provides expert training and support every step of the way. They also pay your workplace for each placement.
This leaves you to focus on your patients and share your passion for primary health care with the next generation of nurses.
To learn more – : Book a time with APNA’s Engagement Team
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Australian College of Nurse Practitioners
Primary Care Nursing and Midwifery Scholarships
https://www.acnp.org.au/pcnmsp
Aged Care Nursing Scholarship Program
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
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