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User agreement, membership and privacy policy Privacy & Social Media Policy Privacy Policy General Information In this Policy any reference to we, us and our is a reference to GP Nurse Training (GPNT). GPNT recognises and values the protection of your personal information, we recognise that you have an interest in our collection and use of your personal information via our website, which is located at https://www.gpnursetraining.com.au/ (the Website). We have implemented this Privacy Policy in order to be open and transparent about how we collect, hold, and use your personal information, and under what circumstances we may disclose or transfer your personal information. This Privacy Policy also outlines your rights to gain access to, and seek corrections of, your personal information we hold. Finally, this Privacy Policy provides information about how you can approach us about your privacy-related concerns and complaints, and how we will deal with such communications. This Privacy Policy applies to information that GP Nurse Training collects via this Website. Information we collect and hold; From time to time, we may ask you to supply personal information such as your name, address, gender, date of birth, telephone number or e-mail address. However, under no circumstances will we forward or share these details to a third party. Personal information via the Website Most commercial websites use ‘cookies’, which are pieces of information that websites send to the browser and are stored in the computer hard-drive. Cookies make using the Website easier by storing information about your preferences on the Website. This allows the Website to be tailored to you for any of your return visits. Cookies will not identify you personally. If you would prefer not to receive cookies, you can alter your security settings on your web browser to disable cookies or to warn you when cookies are being used. However, by disabling the cookie function in your web browser you may impede your ability to use parts of the Website. Your option not to provide your personal information Providing us with your personal information is absolutely optional, but may be necessary for us to provide you with our services. Whenever it is optional for you to provide us with non-essential personal information, we will make this clear to you. When you provide us with your personal information, you are consenting to our storage, use and disclosure of that information as outlined in this Website Privacy Policy. Use and disclosure of your personal information When we hold your personal information it will be used for the following primary purposes: to ensure the proper functioning of the Website; 2. to ensure the proper functioning of the GP Nurse Training business and operations; and 3. to assist GP Nurse Training with our auditing, marketing, planning, billing, product development and research requirements. We will not use or disclose (or permit the use or disclosure of) information that could be used to identify you in any circumstances except: to ensure the proper functioning of our organisation and the Website; to communicate promotional offers and special events to you; where the law requires us, or authorises us, or a company holding data on our behalf, to do so; or where you have given express consent to us for a prescribed purpose. We will not sell, distribute, rent, licence, disclose, share or pass your personal information onto any third parties, other than those who are contracted to us to keep the information confidential whether subject to a statute or a scheme which imposes similar restrictions to the Australian Privacy Principles contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), as amended, regarding the handling of personal information. Should a third party approach us with a demand to access your personal information, we will take reasonable steps to redirect the third party to request the information directly from you, wherever it is lawful and reasonable for us to do so. If we are compelled to disclose your personal information, to a third party we will take reasonable steps to notify you of this in advance, wherever it is lawful and reasonable for us to do so. Security of personal information In our organisation, personal information may be stored both electronically and in hard-copy form. We are committed to keeping your personal information secure regardless of the format in which we hold it and we take all reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, interference, loss, and unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. However, you use the Website at your own risk and we accept no responsibility, whether we are deemed to have been negligent or not, in the event of a security that affects your privacy. Note that no information transmitted over the Internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure. However, we will endeavour to protect your personal information as best as possible but we cannot guarantee the security of any information that you transmit to us, or receive from us. The transmission and exchange of information is carried out at your own risk. Accuracy and quality of personal information We will take all such steps as are reasonable in the circumstances to ensure that: all information collected from you is kept accurate, up to date and complete; and the personal information that we use or disclose is, having regard to the purpose of the use or disclosure, accurate, up-to-date, complete and relevant. Access to your personal information In most cases, you have the right to access the personal information that we hold about you. If you wish to access your personal information, please contact our Privacy Officer at info@amhcan.com.au by phone on +61 403 516 657, or by post at PO BOX 2364, Salisbury Downs, South Australia, Australia 5108. We will deal with all requests for access to personal information as quickly as possible. Requests for a large amount of information, or information which is not currently in use, may require further time before a response can be given. We may charge you a reasonable fee for access if a cost is incurred by us in order to retrieve your information, but in no case will we charge you a fee for your application for access. Whenever a fee will be applied, you will be notified of how that fee will be calculated, or where possible, the total amount that will be charged. You will then have the option to decide whether to proceed with your access request. In some cases, we will refuse to give you access to personal information we hold about you. This includes, but is not limited to, circumstances where denying access is required or authorised by or under an Australian law or a court/tribunal order or where giving you access would be unlawful; have an unreasonable impact on other people's privacy; prejudice an investigation of unlawful activity; reveal our intentions in relation to negotiations with you so as to prejudice those negotiations; prejudice enforcement related activities conducted by, or on behalf of, an enforcement body; reveal evaluative information generated within the Allmy health care and Nursing business in connection with a commercially sensitive decision-making process. We will also refuse access where the personal information relates to existing or anticipated legal proceedings, and the information would not be accessible by the process of discovery in those proceedings. Further, we will refuse access where your request is frivolous or vexatious, and where we reasonably believe that: giving access would pose a serious threat to the life, health or safety of any individual, or to public health or public safety; unlawful activity, or misconduct of a serious nature, is being or may be engaged in against info@amhcan.com.au by phone on +61 403 516 657, or by post at PO BOX 2364, Salisbury Downs, South Australia, Australia 5108 and giving access would be likely to prejudice the taking of appropriate action in relation to that matter. If we refuse to give you access we will provide you with reasons for our refusal, unless doing so would be unreasonable in the circumstances. We will also take reasonable steps to give you access in a way that meets your needs without giving rise to the reasons of our refusal. Further, we will provide details of how you may make a complaint about our decision. These mechanisms for accessing your personal information operate alongside, and do not replace, other informal or legal procedures by which you may be provided with access to your personal information. Correction of your personal information The accuracy of the personal information we have requested from you is important to us. Should you suspect, or become aware of, that your personal information we hold is inaccurate, out of date, incomplete or misleading, please contact our Privacy Officer at info@amhcan.com.au by phone on +61 403 516 657, or by post at PO BOX 2364, Salisbury Downs, South Australia, Australia 5108. We will deal with all requests for correction of personal information as quickly as possible. Requests relating to a large amount of information, or information which is not currently in use, may require further time before a response can be given. If we refuse to change the personal information as you request, we will provide you with reasons for our refusal, unless doing to would be unreasonable in the circumstances. We will also provide details of how you may make a complaint about our decision. Further, in case of our refusal, you may request that we take reasonable steps to associate, with the relevant information, a statement that you view it as inaccurate, out of date, incomplete or misleading. In the case we have corrected personal information about you, you may request that we take reasonable steps to give notice of the correction to any third party to which we have disclosed the inaccurate, out of date, incomplete or misleading personal information. These mechanisms for correcting your personal information operate alongside, and do not replace, other informal or legal procedures by which you may be provided correction of your personal information. Concerns and complaints about breaches If you have concerns about how we handle your personal information, it is important that you notify us as soon as possible, so that we can address your concerns appropriately as the circumstances require. Any concern or complaint should be made in writing. Please send it to our Privacy Officer at info@amhcan.com.au by phone on +61 403 516 657, or by post at PO BOX 2364, Salisbury Downs, South Australia, Australia 5108 and we will respond as soon as reasonably possible. Alternatively you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner with your concern. Information about lodging a complaint is available on the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner’s website (see in particular: http://www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/privacy-complaints ). Disposal of personal information not required If we hold personal information about you, and we do not need that information for any purpose for which the information may be used or disclosed, we will take reasonable steps to destroy or de-identify that information unless we are prevented from doing so by law. Unsubscribing from our e-mail database To unsubscribe from our e-mail database, please send us an e-mail to info@amhcan.com.au with “UNSUBSCRIBE” typed into the subject line of the email. Contacting us If you have any questions, concerns or ideas about how we could improve our Privacy Policy, please contact our Privacy Officer at info@amhcan.com.au Where you provide suggestions, materials or feedback it is considered non-confidential and we may, at our complete discretion, use it to improve the Website, service and/or how we handle personal information without any obligation to compensate you regardless of how we use, implement, copy, modify, display, distribute and/or otherwise benefit from your suggestions, materials or feedback. Amendments of this Privacy Policy We are obligated to regularly review and update this Privacy Policy. We therefore reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Should any significant amendments occur, notification will be provided by publication on the Website 14 days prior to the changes being implemented (the Notice Period) unless the circumstances of the amendments makes it unreasonable to provide such a Notice Period. Your continued use after the Notice Period has lapsed indicates your consent to be bound by the amended Privacy Policy. For further information about privacy in general, please refer to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner’s website located at http://www.oaic.gov.au . Review This website came into effect on 11/10/2022 and will be reviewed annually or periodically if further amendments or updates are required, the Privacy Policy was last updated on 02 August 2024. Social Media Policy Social Media Terms GP Nurse Training (GPNT) offers its social media pages as a service to provide you with information about us, our services, and other matters of interest. Our social media pages are available to the public and are openly available to all users of the relevant social media website. Our social media pages are those pages on social media websites including, but not limited to, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube, which are identified as being a web page associated with GPNT (Social Media Pages). To avoid any confusion between a third party social media page and our own, a link to each Social Media Page that is associated with GP N T can be found on our website (our Website). We do not associate ourselves with, or provide any warranties as to the quality, content or legality of any social media page that is not linked to from our Website. In accessing and using our Social Media Pages, you must comply with any relevant terms and conditions associated with the relevant social media channels, as well as with these terms and conditions. Content on Social Media Pages Regardless of whether it was posted and/or uploaded by us or a third party, GPNT: does not endorse any comments, advice, statements, visuals, audio, videos or other material (Content) posted to our Social Media Pages; does not represent or warrant the accuracy of Content posted to our Social Media Pages; and will not be liable for any Content posted to our Social Media Pages. Whilst we may not monitor all Content that you post to our Social Media Pages, we expect that you will not post any Content that we may deem to: be defamatory, abusive or hateful, intimidating, or misleading; constitute junk mail or bullying; infringe a third party’s rights; or breach any other laws. In the event that you do post such material, we reserve the right to remove that material from our Social Media Pages immediately and without notice to you. We will also remove, without notice to you, any unapproved Content that is commercial in nature. GPNT is not responsible for any advertising material that may be displayed on our Social Media Pages by third parties. Third Party Links GPNT may, from time to time, provide hyperlinks to third party websites (Linked Websites). We do not control content posted on the Linked Websites, and we are therefore not responsible for any content found on them. We provide hyperlinks to Linked Websites for your convenience only, and do not endorse or approve any of the content found within Linked Websites. We do not take any responsibility or warrant the accuracy of any aspect of content or information provided on the Linked Websites. 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Australian law and legislation applicable to nursing and GP nursing Legal Compliance and Clinical Governance Health Care and Nursing Laws and Legislation National Laws and Legislation Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (the national law) 2009 Controlled Substances Act 1984 Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 The Privacy Act 1988 Australian and New Zealand College Mental Health Nurses Standards My Health Records Act 2012 Family Law Act 1975 National Health Act 1953 Human Services (Medicare) Act 1973 Health Legislation Amendment (Improved Medicare Compliance and Other Measures) Act 2018 States and Territories Children's Protection Act 1993 Consent to Medical Treatment and Palliative Care Act 1995 Coroners Act 2003 Drugs Act 1908 Freedom of Information Act 1991 Guardianship and Administration Act 1993 Health & Community Services Complaints Act 2004 Juries Act 1927 Mental Health Act 2009 Health Care Act 2008 Supported Residential Facilities Act 1992 Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 Therapeutic Goods Regulations 1990 Aged Care Act 1997 Crimes Act 1914 Abortion Reform Act 2008 Standards, Codes and Guidelines Nurse Practitioner Standards for Practice 2021 Registered Nurse Standards for Practice 2016 Enrolled Nurse Standards for Practice 2016 National Practice Standards for the Nurse in General Practice 2014 National School Nursing Professional Practice Standards 2nd edn 2009 National Standards of Practice for Maternal, Child & Family Health Nurses in Australia 2017 ASHHNA Competency Standards for Sexual and Reproductive Health and HIV Nurses 2nd edn 2011 Mental Health Practice Standards for Nurses in Australian General Practice 2018 Standards for Providing Quality Palliative Care for all Australians 2005 Code of conduct for Nurses 2018 Code of Ethics for Nurses 2012 Social Media Policy 2014 National Safety and Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards 2024 National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards 2nd edn 2017 Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare (2019) Framework Decision Making Framework 2013 Career & Education Framework for Nurses in Primary Health Care SA Health Clinical Services Capability Framework (CSCF) 2016 Paediatric and Adolescent Palliative Care Model of Care Framework Nursing Regulators, Professional Bodies and Industry Experts Nursing Regulators, Professional Bodies and Industry Experts Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) (regulatory body for health professionals) Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) (Professional Codes and Guidelines) Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) (National Practice Standards for Nurses in Primary Health) Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) (National School Nursing Professional Practice Standards - 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Training.gov also provides a list of core and elective units required to achieve the qualification, unit of competency and assessment criteria details. ASQA Nationally Accredited Training Registration ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Authority) is the national regulator for Australia's vocational education and training sector. ASQA regulates courses and training providers to ensure nationally approved quality standards are met. Training Advocate Information, Support and Issue Resolution Charter of Functions; The Training Advocate will continue to support clients or prospective clients, including international students, with their questions or concerns about the education and training system. The Training Advocate will carry out functions described in a Charter in accordance with Part 2 Division 4 Section 21 of the Training and Skills Development Act 2008 (the Act). Services are available for; domestic and international students, organisations, trainees and apprentices and adult community education. ANMAC Nationally Accredited Training ANMAC (Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council) is the independent accrediting authority for nursing and midwifery education under Australia's National Registration and Accreditation Scheme. ANMAC helps to protect the health and safety of the Australian community by establishing high-quality standards of nursing and midwifery education, training and assessment. ANMAC is responsible for facilitating the development of content for accreditation standards in consultation with our stakeholders and representatives from the professions. ANMAC is also responsible for determining whether programs of study for nurses and midwives seeking to practice in Australia meet the required accreditation standards. AHPRA Approved and Inactive Programs of Study AHPRA (Australian Healthcare Practitioner Regulation Agency) Governs the 15 National boards responsible for registering health practitioners and students. AHPRA also allows the public to search for approved programs of study and providers of these approved programs by profession, education provider or program of study name. NMBA Regulator for Australia's Nurses and Midwives NMBA (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia) is responsible for; Registering nursing and midwifery practitioners and students (criminal history, English language, CPD, recency of practice and PII). Developing standards, codes and guidelines for the nursing and midwifery profession (standards of practice, code of conduct, code of ethics, decision making framework and re-entry to practice). Handling notifications, complaints, investigations and disciplinary hearings (conditions, undertakings and reprimands). Assessing overseas trained practitioners who wish to practice in Australia. Approving accreditation standards and accredited courses of study. SSOs Skills Service Organisations (SSOs) are independent, professional service organisations that support Industry Reference Committees (IRCs) in their work developing and reviewing training packages. There are six SSOs funded by the Australian Government Department of Education and Training. SSOs support industry engagement while remaining independent from both industry and the training sector. Each SSO provides agreed services to several IRCs. This includes providing secretariat services and travel and accommodation support, preparing documents such as the skills forecast and proposed schedule of work, and assisting with developing and reviewing training packages. SSOs are also a key access point for other industry stakeholders who want to play a part in the development of training packages. AISC The Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) was established by the COAG Industry and Skills Council in May 2015 to give industry a formal role in approving vocational education and training (VET) training packages for implementation. Professor John Pollaers chairs the AISC. Members include industry leaders nominated by Commonwealth and state and territory ministers responsible for skills and training, a peak body representative (rotating between the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Business Council of Australia and the Australian Industry Group), and two ex-officio members (senior government officials). IRCs Industry Reference Committees (IRCs) are the formal channel for considering industry skills requirements in the development and review of training packages. In 2017 all IRCs were reviewed and followed the Guiding Principles developed by the Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC). Each IRC is made up of people with close links to industry. They are leaders in their own sectors from big business to small enterprise and peak bodies to unions, who understand the skills needs of their sector, industry or occupation. IRCs advise the AISC about the skills needs of their industry sector. IRCs ensure training packages meet the needs and concerns of employers, employees, training providers, and people seeking training qualifications. To make sure industry’s voice is heard, IRCs gather information from their industry sector - including challenges, opportunities, trends and industry requirements for training - to advise on training packages. They use this information to develop and review training packages to help make sure the national training system provides the qualifications, knowledge and skill sets that industry needs. IRCs also promote the use of vocational education and training in the industry sectors they represent. Each IRC is supported by a Skills Service Organisation (SSO) to help them in their work. COAG The Council of Australian Governments (COAG) is the peak intergovernmental forum in Australia. The members of COAG are the Prime Minister, state and territory First Ministers and the President of the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA). The Prime Minister chairs COAG. COAG was established in 1992. Its role is to manage matters of national significance or matters that need co-ordinated action by all Australian governments. COAG Councils support COAG and allow it to focus on key national priorities. Councils provide a forum for intergovernmental collaboration and decision-making. They progress COAG priorities and referrals of work, along with other issues of national significance. In addition, the Councils develop policy reforms and other advice for COAG consideration and oversee the delivery and review of reforms agreed by COAG There are eight COAG Councils: Federal Financial Relations Council Disability Reform Council Transport and Infrastructure Council Energy Council Industry and Skills Council Council of Attorneys-General Education Council Health Council. VetNet Training Packages The Department of Education and Training commissioned a national repository system called VETNet to store documents relating to Vocational Education and Training (VET). VETNet provides a central storage facility for relevant current and historical materials relating to the national VET sector, in particular companion volumes implementation guides . VETNet has been designed to allow you to find information about the VET sector quickly and easily, just by using the search function. You will find information and links to other useful websites about t he sector. SkillsIQ SkillsIQ Ltd is a not-for-profit, independent Skills Service Organisation supporting a range of Industry Reference Committees (IRCs) to undertake training product development that ensures skills meet future industry needs SkillsIQ objectives include facilitating IRCs to advise the Australian Government via the Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) on positioning Australia to respond to additional demands for services as our population ages and to capitalise on synergies across the services sector to increase career pathways and mobility and recruitment of young people. NCVER The National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER ) is the national professional body responsible for collecting, managing, analysing and communicating research and statistics on the Australian vocational education and training (VET) sector The National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) helps promote better understanding and discussion within the vocational education and training (VET) sector, and assists policymakers, practitioners, industry, training providers, and students to make informed decisions. ACSQHC This page provides an overview of the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) – including its purpose and accountability. The Commission works in four priority areas: Patient safety Partnering with patients, consumers and communities Quality, cost and value Supporting health professionals to provide care that is informed, supported and organised to deliver safe and high-quality care. The Commission has also produced; The National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards to protect the public from harm and improve the quality of health service provision. The NSQHS Standards provide a nationally consistent statement about the level of care consumers can expect from health services. CRICOS The Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) is the official Australian Government website that lists all Australian education providers that offer courses to people studying in Australia on student visas and the courses offered. This is the official Australian Government website for international students to search for courses, institutions and scholarships, read about studying and living in Australia, watch stories from other students, and learn about Australian education.

GP Nursing provides free access to current industry information and reputable sites for enrolled nurses, division 2 nurses, EN, to help them transition into Primary Health and GP Nursing WELCOME TO GP Nurse Training "We all started somewhere and it wasn't easy for most of us, imagine if someone was there to guide and support you and the difference that would have made." "Inspire, Motivate and Lead by Example" - Kristin Myall Primary and Community Health Care Settings Primary and community health care often only referrs to walkin or non-referral healthcare providers, secondary care often referrs to a specialist service that may or may not require a referral and tertiary care often referrs to a hospital setting. Aged care is was previously associated with tertiary care however, in recent descussions there is more of a shift to reclassify aged care as part of primary or community care or as it's own area. Recently there has been discussion around levels of access to care and care settings with a shift towards classification as primary and community care (non hospital), acute and emergency care (hospital) and where specialty care should be situated. Specialty care fall under primary, secondary and tertiary care depending on acute, chronic or complex presentations and the treatments required as this can vary throughtout the patinet health and illness continuum. Secondary care or specialty area nurses often miss out on education, training, mentoring and other opportunities available to nurses in other areas of nursing however there are many similarities between general practice and other specialists clinics. General p ractice falls under primary health care although general practitioners are classified as specialists however you do not require a referral to see one and in some other specialty clinics a referral is preferred but not essential. Primary and Community Health Care Nursing This website is designed to assist Division 1 and 2 nurses working in Primary and Community Health (and other healthcare fields), new or prospective primary health care nurses and nursing students to locate and access resources from current and reputable sources. This website has restricted access and log in details or passwords may be required to access hidden features, access can be requested through the sign up page and may be granted or revoked without notice as per site policy. GP Nurse training does not receive any funding or have any sponsors, this website is free to use and is not paid to promote other businesses, GP Nurse training recommends you subscribe and follow external links to reputable websites and follow their site policies.

Role and Responsibilities of a Practice Nurse GP Nursing General Practice Nursing is one of the most common primary health care and specialty area of nursing. General Practitioners hold specialist qualifications and registration with AHPRA just like other Medical Specialists and they have additional skill, knowledge and scope of practice in their specialty area. GP's just like GP nurses and nurses working in other primary, community and specialty areas may not find a post graduate course that covers all their education and training needs and will require ongoing education, training and CPD in their specialty area. Often the hardest part of expanding your scope of practice in a specialty area is not knowing where to start, what skills, knowledge and experience is required or event what these specialty areas involve. Roles and Responsibilities of a GP Nurse Clinical Perform clinical duties within the required level of clinical competency, according to best available evidence. Explain procedures to patients, providing them with support and reassurance. Duties include triage, immunisations and other injections, wound management, chronic disease management, Health Assessments, ECG’s and collection of pathology samples. Assist doctors with clinical procedures and maintain clinical documentation. Patient Services Assist with triage, data management, diagnostic services, networking with other providers, planning & management of patient care and patient advocacy. Telephone patients with test results to book a follow up appointment as directed by medical staff. Improvement of Patient Health OutcomesConduct preventative/screening procedures; assist with patient education and community health promotion activities. Co-ordinate patient recall and outreach programs and GP management plans and team care arrangement. Patient Visits Escort patients home and provide home/hospital visits as required for monitoring & support, including antenatal and post-natal care & health assessments if required and agreed with the employer. Equipment and Supplies Ensure sterilization and maintenance of clinical equipment. Maintain stocks of clinical supplies, including correct storage (such as refrigeration), removal of out-of-date stock and ordering supplies. Provide input in purchasing relevant clinical equipment and supplies. Compliance Maintain awareness of current and new legislation to ensure the business is complying with all statutory and regulatory obligations including infection control, sterilization, hazardous materials & safe handling/disposal of medical waste, records management, WHS, and accreditation. Ensure relevant personnel is kept informed and changes are made to systems and procedures as required. Professional Act within the practice and nursing code of ethics & appropriate level of clinical competence at all times. Maintain awareness of current evidence and research on clinical practices and inform/educate other practice staff. Change systems and procedures to ensure compliance with best available evidence as applicable. WHS Consistently be aware of WHS requirements and comply with them. General Delegation of tasks to other medical and non medical staff. Provide direct and indirect supervision to Division 2 Nurse/s. Assist with other practice duties as required. Professional Behaviour and Personal Attributes Ability to prioritise and organise, with attention to detail.Ability to work cooperatively and independently. Be always well-presented, friendly, courteous and obliging. Demonstrate a knowledge of and compliance with all relevant legislation and common law obligations affecting nursing. Demonstrate knowledge of policies and procedural guidelines that have legal implications, for example, ensure documentation conforms to legal requirements. Demonstrated commitment to the ongoing professional development. Demonstrated patient-focused approach in service provision with genuine empathy and interest in their needs. Discharge of duty of care in the course of practice including meeting practice standards, and accountability for nursing actions. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all ages and social groups. Have a vigilant attitude to accuracy, being prepared to double check as necessary. Identify and respond to unsafe practice, for example, implement interventions to prevent unsafe practice and/or contravention of the law. Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding patient and practice information. Possession of current driver’s license (include only if essential to perform the job, such as home visits). Practice only within the limits of their educational preparation, competence and scope of practice. Represent the practice in a confident and positive manner at all times.This position requires physical ability to occasionally lift and/or move patients. Undertake all duties in a diligent manner, with honesty and integrity. Education, Qualifications and Industry Experience Essential: Appropriate tertiary qualification & registration certificate.Professional indemnity cover. Minimum of one year nursing experience, preferably in a community-based role. Demonstrated understanding of the needs of the general practice and interest in community-based nursingincluding patient education and health promotion. Knowledge of current immunisation schedules, diabetes management, asthma management, enhancedprimary care items, infection control, CPR and emergency resuscitation techniques, equipment & drugs. National Police Clearance and DCSI (3 yearly)Senior First Aid and CPR (3 yearly). CPR (annually)Manual Handling (annual). Hand hygiene (annual). Desirable: Competence in the use of relevant equipment (ECG, Spirometry, ABI doppler, venepuncture, ear syringing). Experience with Clinical Software (Best Practice, ZedMed, Medical Director/PracSoft, Pen CS). Experience in a similar role as practice nurse or community-based nursing. Experience with specific social groups serviced by practice, such as infants, children, adolescents, aged care, migrant or refugee groups, Aboriginals & Torres Strait Islanders, CALD, etc. Additional qualifications such as Accredited Women’s Health Certificate (Pap Smears, Implanon), Diabetes Education, Asthma Education, Mental Health, Urine Drug Screening, etc.Training or experience in Medicare/DVA item numbers & health funds.Member of APNA, ANMF, etc. GP Nursing Professional Portfolio How to build a Professional Portfolio Qualifications, Credentials and Endorsements (ONCE ONLY) This includes; Certificate Diploma Undergraduate/Bachelor's Degree Post Graduate Certificate Post Graduate Diploma Post Graduate Degree Masters Degree Doctorate Degree (Formal Qualifications) Education, Training and Annual Updates (ROUTINE RE-ASSESSMENT) This includes; Senior First Aid/Basic Life Support (3 yearly) National Police Clearance & DCSI (3 yearly) CPR (annual) Manual Handling (annual) Infection Control/Hand Hygiene (annual) Medication Safety and Drug Calculations (annual) Registration, Membership and CPD (ONGOING REQUIREMENTS) This includes; Hours worked in the field per year (450 hours in past 5 years ) Criminal History Disclosure (mandatory ) English Language Skills (mandatory ) Professional Indemnity Insurance (mandatory ) Continual Professional Development Hours (20 CPD points annually, 30 if S8 endorsed or dual EN/RN/RM and NP )

Role and Responsibilities of a Practice Nurse Advanced Nursing Practice Advanced practice is where nurses incorporate professional leadership, education, research and support of systems into their practice. Their practice includes relevant expertise, critical thinking, complex decision-making, autonomous practice and is effective and safe. They work within a generalist or specialist context and they are responsible and accountable in managing people who have complex healthcare requirements. Advanced practice in nursing is demonstrated by a level of practice and not by a job title or level of remuneration. Advanced practice for the purpose of the nurse practitioner endorsement requires 5,000 hours clinically-based advanced practice in the past six years. Generalist practice encompasses a comprehensive spectrum of activities. It is directed towards a diversity of people with different health needs, takes place in a wide range of health care settings, and it is reflective of a broad range of knowledge and skills. Generalist practice may occur at any point on a continuum from novice to advanced. (Figure 1). Specialist practice The term ‘specialist’ defines roles focused within a specific context, for example, a particular population or skill set. Specialist practice follows and builds on a base of generalist preparation. Nurse specialists demonstrate in-depth knowledge, skills and expertise in their area of specialised nursing practice. Expertise in a particular specialty may be developed by undertaking formal education, exposure to relevant clinical experience in the practice area and continuing professional development. There are many nurse specialist roles at the advanced practice level, however, specialisation alone does not characterise an advanced level of practice. Specialist practice may also occur at any point on a continuum from beginning to advanced and is on one pole of the ‘specialist-generalist’ continuum, rather than on the developmental continuum from ‘novice’ to ‘advanced.' Advanced Nursing Practice - Guidelines for the Australian Context by Chief Nursing & Midwifery Officers Australia 2020 Advanced Nursing Practice - Guidelines for the Australian Context by Chief Nursing & Midwifery Officers Australia 2020 Advanced Nursing Practice Domains Education Uses knowledge and skills to educate those receiving care, peers and colleagues. Nurse practitioner standards for practice - Effective from 1 March 2021 Activities that contribute to improving health literacy and to supporting self-management of illness. Activities also develop and educate self and others across the health care community. Evidence of meeting requirements in this area may include: Advocates for and contributes to a culture of continuous professional development and evidence-based practice Identifies learning needs of various populations and contributes to the development of education programs/resources Demonstrates active involvement in the development of educational activities at a regional or broader level Participates in the delivery of postgraduate education programs Demonstrates reflective practice and develops this practice in others Conducts in-service education for senior nurses/ junior doctors/ management Evaluate education programs and recommend revision Serve as a clinical preceptor for other nurses/medical doctors Identify learning needs of various populations and contribute to the development of educational resources Serves as an informal educator to staff whilst providing direct care activities Provides patient and family education Advanced Nursing Practice- Guidelines for the Australian context by Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officers 2020 Australia Department of Health The Australian Advanced Practice Nursing self-appraisal tool QUT Research Research includes the creation of new knowledge and/or the use of existing knowledge in a new and creative way so as to generate new concepts, methodologies, inventions and understandings. This could include synthesis and analysis of previous research to the extent that it is new and creative: (Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research, 2018, p.5) Activities that support a culture of inquiry and innovative problem solving to improve health outcomes and health care delivery systems. This includes conducting clinical research and translating evidence into clinical practice and policy development. Evidence of meeting requirements in this area may include: Evidence of active participation in research projects Publications Active participation/ leadership regarding quality audits Translating evidence into clinical practice and policy development Leads investigations to monitor and improve the quality of patient care practices Recommends policy changes when integrating theory into practice Advanced Nursing Practice- Guidelines for the Australian context by Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officers 2020 Australia Department of Health The Australian Advanced Practice Nursing self-appraisal tool QUT Leadership Uses clinical leadership that influences and progresses clinical care, policy and collaboration through all levels of health service. Nurse practitioner standards for practice - Effective from 1 March 2021 Activities that promote sharing and dissemination of knowledge, promote the profession and disseminate nursing knowledge. Demonstrate leadership in the role of consultant within and external to the profession and across health care settings. Evidence of meeting requirements in this area may include: Demonstrates high-level communication skills in disseminating nursing knowledge through presentations or publication at local, regional, national or international levels Serves as a resource or committee member in a professional organisation Demonstrates professional judgement and leadership in managing clinical care in complex clinical environments or across multiple service or patient populations Evaluating or initiating new patient services Initiating or introducing new clinical practices Clinical practice guidelines development, review and implementation Advanced Nursing Practice- Guidelines for the Australian context by Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officers 2020 Australia Department of Health The Australian Advanced Practice Nursing self-appraisal tool QUT Clinical Standard 1: Assess using diagnostic capasity Statement 1.1 NPs demonstrate complex and critical thinking to conduct comprehensive, relevant and holistic health assessments 1.1.1 demonstrates extensive knowledge of human sciences and health assessment 1.1.2 demonstrates comprehensive and systematic skill in obtaining relevant, appropriate and accurate data that inform differential diagnoses 1.1.3 assesses the complex and/or unstable healthcare needs of the person receiving care through synthesis and prioritisation of historical and available data 1.1.4 assesses the impact of comorbidities, including the effects of co-existing, multiple pathologies and prior treatments in the assessment of the person receiving care 1.1.5 demonstrates comprehensive skill in clinical examination including physical, mental health, social, ethnic and cultural dimensions 1.1.6 consistently and accurately synthesises and interprets assessment information specifically history, including prior treatment outcomes, physical findings and diagnostic data to identify normal, at risk and abnormal states of health, and 1.1.7 critically evaluates the impact of social determinants of health on both the individual person and the population. Statement 1.2: NPs demonstrate accountability in the timely and considered use of diagnostic investigations to inform clinical decision making 1.2.1 makes decisions about the use of person-focused diagnostic investigations that are informed by clinical findings and research evidence 1.2.2 demonstrates accountability in considering access, cost, clinical efficacy and the informed decision of the person receiving care when requesting diagnostic investigations 1.2.3 requests and/or performs selected screening and diagnostic investigations 1.2.4 is responsible and accountable for the interpretation of results and for following-up the appropriate course of action, and 1.2.5 uses effective communication strategies to inform the person receiving care and relevant health professionals of the health assessment findings and diagnoses. Statement 1.3: NPs integrate theoretical and practical knowledge to apply diagnostic reasoning to formulate diagnoses 1.3.1 synthesises knowledge of developmental and life stages, epidemiology, pathophysiology, behavioural sciences, psychopathology, environmental risks, demographics and societal processes when making a diagnosis 1.3.2 considers the person’s expectations of assessment, diagnosis and cost of healthcare 1.3.3 acts to prevent and/or diagnose urgent, emergent and life-threatening situations, and 1.3.4 determines clinical significance in the formulation of an accurate diagnosis from an informed set of differential diagnoses through the integration of the person’s history and best available evidence. Standard2: Plans care and engages others Statement 2.1: NPs critically and ethically translate and integrate evidence-based knowledge into planning care 2.1.1 takes personal responsibility to critically evaluate and integrate relevant research findings into decision making about healthcare management and interventions 2.1.2 ethically explores therapeutic options considering implications for care through the integration of assessment information, the person’s informed decision and best available evidence, and 2.1.3 is proactive and analytical in acquiring new knowledge related to NP practice Statement 2.2: NPs educate and support others to enable their active participation in care The NP: 2.2.1 respects the rights of the person to make informed decisions throughout their health/illness experience or episode, whilst ensuring access to accurate and appropriately interpreted information 2.2.2 uses appropriate teaching/learning strategies to provide diagnostic information that is relevant, theory-based and evidence-informed 2.2.3 communicates about health assessment findings and/or diagnoses, including outcomes and prognosis, and 2.2.4 works to meet identified needs for educating others regarding clinical and ongoing care. Statement 2.3: NPs consider quality use of medicines and therapeutic interventions using their comprehensive knowledge when planning care 2.3.1 develops an individual plan of care and communicates this to appropriate members of the healthcare team and relevant agencies 2.3.2 exhibits a comprehensive knowledge of pharmacology and pharmacokinetics related to NP scope of practice 2.3.3 works in partnership with the person receiving care to determine therapeutic goals and options 2.3.4 verifies the suitability of evidence-based treatment options including medicines, in regard to commencing, maintaining/titrating or ceasing interventions, and 2.3.5 demonstrates accountability in considering access, cost and clinical efficacy when planning treatment. Statement 2.4: NPs collaborate and consult for care decisions to obtain optimal outcomes for the person receiving care 2.4.1 collaborates with other health professionals to make and accept referrals as appropriate, and 2.4.2 consults with and/or refers to other health services, disability services, maternity services, aged-care providers and community agencies at any point in the care continuum. Standard 3: Prescribes and implaments therapeutic interventions Statement 3.1: NPs use professional knowledge when prescribing indicated non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions 3.1.1 contributes to health literacy by sharing knowledge with the person receiving care to achieve evidence-informed management plans 3.1.2 safely prescribes therapeutic interventions based on accurate knowledge of the characteristics and concurrent therapies of the person receiving care 3.1.3 demonstrates professional integrity and ethical conduct in relation to therapeutic product manufacturers and pharmaceutical organisations 3.1.4 safely and effectively performs evidence-informed invasive/non-invasive interventions for the clinical management and/or prevention of illness, disease, injuries, disorders or conditions, and 3.1.5 interprets and follows-up the findings of screening and diagnostic investigations in an appropriate time frame during the implementation of care. Statement 3.2: NPs manage episodes of care, establishing and maintaining respectful relationships with people at the centre of care 3.2.1 supports, educates, coaches and counsels the person receiving care regarding diagnoses, prognoses and self-management, including their personal responses to illness, injuries, risk factors and therapeutic interventions 3.2.2 advises the person receiving care on therapeutic interventions including benefits, potential side effects, unexpected effects, interactions, importance of compliance and recommended follow-up 3.2.3 shares information with others in consultation with the person receiving care 3.2.4 discloses the facts of adverse events to the person receiving care and other health professionals; mitigates harm, and reports adverse events to appropriate authorities in keeping with relevant legislation and organisational policy 3.2.5 advocates for improved access to healthcare, the healthcare system and policy decisions that affect health and quality of life 3.2.6 practises without the discrimination that may be associated with race, age, disability, sexuality, gender identity, relationship status, power relations and/or social disadvantage 3.2.7 practises in a way that respects that family and community underpin the health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, and 3.2.8 conducts relationships within a context of collaboration, mutual trust, respect and cultural safety. Statement 3.3: NPs recognise their duty of care and practise in accordance with federal, state and territory legislation and professional regulation governing NP practice 3.3.1 defines duty of care in accordance with relevant legislation and regulation 3.3.2 remains informed of changes to legislation and professional regulations, and implements appropriate alterations to practice in response to such changes, and 3.3.3contributes to the development of policy and procedures appropriate to context and specialty. Standard 4: Supports health systems Statement 4.1: NPs engage in reflective practice and evaluate the outcomes of their practice 4.1.1 monitors, evaluates and documents treatments/interventions in accordance with person- determined goals and healthcare system outcomes 4.1.2 develops plans for appropriately ceasing and/or modifying treatment in consultation with the person receiving care and, when needed, other members of the healthcare team 4.1.3 applies the best available evidence to identify and select appropriate outcomes measures of practice 4.1.4 uses quality indicators to monitor and measure the effectiveness of strategies, services and interventions to promote safe practice 4.1.5 participates in clinical supervision and clinical practice review 4.1.6 implements research-based innovations for improving care, and 4.1.7 contributes to research that addresses identified gaps in the provision of care and/or services. Statement 4.2: NPs advocate for, participate in, or lead systems that support safe care, partnership and professional growth 4.2.1 advocates and provides evidence for expansion to NP service where it is believed that such an expansion will improve access to quality and cost-effective healthcare for populations in all locations and contexts, including those in regional and remote communities 4.2.2 demonstrates clinical leadership in the design and evaluation of services for individuals and communities in health promotion, health protection or the prevention of injury and/or illness 4.2.3 articulates and promotes the NP role in clinical, political and professional contexts 4.2.4 acts as an educator and/or mentor to students, nursing colleagues and others in the healthcare team 4.2.5 critiques healthcare policies for their implications on the NP role and the populations for whom they care, and 4.2.6 influences health, disability and aged-care policy and practice through leadership and active participation in workplace and professional organisations. Support of systems is a practice domain of the Strong Model of Advanced Practice and is a contemporary feature of advanced practice. It is described as activities that promote quality and safe patient care and facilitate the optimal progression of patients through the healthcare system. NPs demonstrate the advanced practice activities in this domain that include: actively participate in the assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement programs in collaboration with healthcare teams provide clinical leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of standards of practice, policies and procedures serve as a mentor advocate the role of the nurse, and serve as a spokesperson for nursing and the health system when interacting with other professionals, patients, families, and the public. Nurse practitioner standards for practice - Effective from 1 March 2021 Activities that contribute to the optimal performance of health systems including advocacy and mentorship, developing and implementing innovative models of care and improving access to high quality health care and health outcomes Evidence of meeting requirements in this area may include: Contribute to, consult or collaborate with other health care personnel on recruitment and retention activities Participant in strategic planning for the service, department or hospital Provide direction for and participate in unit/service quality improvement programs Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of standards of practice, policies and procedures Serve as a mentor Serve as a spokesperson for nursing and the health facility when interacting with other professionals, patients, families and the public Demonstrates leadership in strategic planning for the service, department or hospital Manages complex projects or leads projects relating to significant practice change within the service or organisation Develops and undertakes quality activities to advocate for and demonstrate the contribution of advanced nursing practice roles to the healthcare team and the health system more broadly Advanced Nursing Practice- Guidelines for the Australian context by Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officers 2020 Australia Department of Health The Australian Advanced Practice Nursing self-appraisal tool QUT What is the difference between RN1, RN2, RN3 and Advanced Practice? Registered nurse—level 1 (RN1) (a) An employee at this level performs their duties: (i) according to their level of competence; and (ii) under the general guidance of, or with general access to a more competent registered nurse (RN) who provides work related support and direction. (b) An employee at this level is required to perform general nursing duties which include substantially, but are not confined to: • delivering direct and comprehensive nursing care and individual case management to patients or clients within the practice setting; • coordinating services, including those of other disciplines or agencies, to individual patients or clients within the practice setting; • providing education, counselling and group work services orientated towards the promotion of health status improvement of patients and clients within the practice setting; • providing support, direction and education to newer or less experienced staff, including EN’s, and student EN’s and student nurses; • accepting accountability for the employee’s own standards of nursing care and service delivery; and • participating in action research and policy development within the practice setting Registered nurse—level 2 (RN2) (a) An employee at this level: (i) holds any other qualification required for working in the employee’s particular practice setting; and (ii) is appointed as such by a selection process or by reclassification from a lower level when the employee is required to perform the duties detailed in this subclause on a continuing basis. An employee at this level may also be known as a Clinical nurse. (b) In addition to the duties of an RN1, an employee at this level is required, to perform duties delegated by a Clinical nurse consultant or any higher level classification. Duties of a Clinical nurse will substantially include, but are not confined to: • delivering direct and comprehensive nursing care and individual case management to a specific group of patients or clients in a particular area of nursing practice within the practice setting; • providing support, direction, orientation and education to RN1’s, EN’s, student nurses and student EN’s; • being responsible for planning and coordinating services relating to a particular group of clients or patients in the practice setting, as delegated by the Clinical nurse consultant; • acting as a role model in the provision of holistic care to patients or clients in the practice setting; and • assisting in the management of action research projects, and participating in quality assurance programs and policy development within the practice setting. Registered nurse—level 3 (RN3) (a) An employee at this level: (i) holds any other qualification required for working in the employee’s particular practice setting; and (ii) is appointed as such by a selection process or by reclassification from a lower level when that the employee is required to perform the duties detailed in this subclause on a continuing basis. An employee at this level may also be known as a Clinical nurse consultant, Nurse manager or Nurse educator. (b) In addition to the duties of an RN2, an employee at this level will perform the following duties in accordance with practice settings and patient or client groups: (i) Duties of a Clinical Nurse Consultant will substantially include, but are not confined to: • providing leadership and role modelling, in collaboration with others including the Nurse manager and the Nurse educator, particularly in the areas of action research and quality assurance programs; • staff and patient/client education; • staff selection, management, development and appraisal; • participating in policy development and implementation; • acting as a consultant on request in the employee’s own area of proficiency; for the purpose of facilitating the provision of quality nursing care; • delivering direct and comprehensive nursing care to a specific group of patients or clients with complex nursing care needs, in a particular area of nursing practice within a practice setting; • coordinating, and ensuring the maintenance of standards of the nursing care of a specific group or population of patients or clients within a practice setting; and • coordinating or managing nursing or multidisciplinary service teams providing acute nursing and community services. (ii) Duties of a Nurse Manager will substantially include, but are not confined to: • providing leadership and role modelling, in collaboration with others including the Clinical nurse consultant and the Nurse educator, particularly in the areas of action research and quality assurance programs; • staff selection and education; • allocation and rostering of staff; • occupational health; • initiation and evaluation of research related to staff and resource management; • participating in policy development and implementation; • acting as a consultant on request in the employee’s own area of proficiency (for the purpose of facilitating the provision of quality nursing care); • being accountable for the management of human and material resources within a specified span of control, including the development and evaluation of staffing methodologies; and • managing financial matters, budget preparation and cost control in respect of nursing within that span of control. (iii) Duties of a Nurse Educator will substantially include, but are not confined to: • providing leadership and role modelling, in collaboration with others including the Clinical nurse consultant and the Nurse manager, particularly in the areas of action research; • implementation and evaluation of staff education and development programs; • staff selection; • implementation and evaluation of patient or client education programs; • participating in policy development and implementation; • acting as a consultant on request in the employee’s own area of proficiency (for the purpose of facilitating the provision of quality nursing care); and • being accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing education and staff development programs for a specified population. (Nurses Award, 2010) Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Advanced practice is not an employment classification or pay schedule, and is demonstrated though post graduate education, training and clinical experience allowing registered nurses to work to their full scope of practice within their clinical context. Advanced practice nurses possess the required skills, knowledge and experience to commence the Master of Nurse Practitioner program and work towards endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner. (Fact sheet: Advanced nursing practice and specialty areas within nursing) NATIONAL PRACTICE STANDARDS Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation Standards funded by the Australian Government Department of Health 2014 This document was mapped against the National competency standards for the registered nurse 2006 and is now replaced by Fact sheet: Advanced nursing practice and specialty areas within nursing. However may still be useful in providing examples on how to contextualise Advanced Practice in General Practice Nursing. How do I become Advanced Practice to prepare for Nurse Practitioner Endorsement? The Registration standard: Endorsement as a nurse practitioner (the registration standard) state that a nurse seeking endorsement as an NP must be able to demonstrate the following: Current general registration as an RN in Australia with no conditions or undertakings on their registration relating to unsatisfactory professional performance or unprofessional conduct. The equivalent of three years’ (5,000 hours) full-time experience at an advanced practice level, within the past six years, from the date when the application seeking endorsement as an NP is received by the NMBA. (Note: Advanced practice hours that are part of an NMBA-approved program of study cannot be included as evidence towards the 5,000 hours of advanced practice Successful completion of: - Pathway 1: an NMBA-approved program of study leading to endorsement as an NP, or - Pathway 2: a program that is substantially equivalent to an NMBA-approved program of study leading to endorsement as an NP, as determined by the NMBA. Compliance with the NMBA Nurse practitioner standards for practice . Continum of Novice to Advanced Practice (recommendation): Bachelor of Nursing or registered as a Division 1 Nurse on AHPRA 12 months TPPP (recommended, not mandatory) 2 years in a specialty field (can include TPP) Graduate Certificate/Diploma in your specialty field or education and/or study relevant to specialist area of practice (target area for endorsement) 2-3 years Advanced practice in this specialty field (target area for endorsement) Master of Nurse Practitioner (target area for endorsement) 5000+ hours of Advanced Practice in the same specialty field (target area for endorsement) Common Specialty fields include: Ageing and Palliative Care Chronic and Complex Care Child and Family Health Care Emergency and Acute Care Mental Health Care Primary Health Care (General Practice, Prision, Dermatology, Womens/Sexual Health, Diabetes, etc) (ACNP) A 'Generalist' Advanced Practice Nurse or Nurse Practitioner may work across all specialty fields, levels of healthcare including primary, secondary and tertiary care and different settings (GP, specialist, OPD, aged care, acute care). The most common type of 'Generalist' Advanced Practice Nurse or Nurse Practitioner is categorised as 'Remote and Rural'. The 'Generalist' Nurse Practitioner scope and definition is not currently clear and has no exact criteria for endorsement. This 'Generalist' Nurse Practitioner endorsement process has been a struggle for many nurses attempting to receive endorsement. 'Generalist practice encompasses a comprehensive spectrum of activities. It is directed towards a diversity of people with different health needs, takes place in a wide range of health care settings, and it is reflective of a broad range of knowledge and skills. Generalist practice may occur at any point on a continuum from novice to advanced.' Currently ther is a governmental push towards Generalist Nurse Practitioners in Primary Health Care to improve access to care and reduce the burdon on the hospital systems. For Nurse Practitioners to provide comprehensive care to patients they require a broad 'Generalist' scope of practice especially for Nurse Practitioners working in General Practice or Nurse Led Clinics. 'South Australians will have more options for free primary health care as part of a new pilot program expanding the number of nurse practitioners working in GP clinics, which will also help ease pressure on busy emergency departments.' - The Hon Mark Butler MP "To allow NPs to best address these health needs, research highlights the need for Australian NP education to pivot toward a more generalist focus. This allows a broader scope of practice rather than a narrow and specialised skillset." - Nurse Practitioner Workforce Plan Some other helpful resources in understanding the Advanced Practice Generalist Nurse and Generalist Nurse Practitioner include; The National Rural and Remote Nursing Generalist Framework 2023-2027 Rural Nurse Practitioners A framework for services and training in NSW Health QUT: the australian advanced practice nursing self-appraisal tool APNA: A framework for Advancing general practice nursing (Novice - Advanced RN in General Practice - Nurse Practitioner) How do I become Advanced Practice to prepare for Nurse Practitioner Endorsement? Advanced Practice Domains Examples of Education Novice Practice Intermediate-Advanced Practice Advanced Practice Examples of Research Novice Practice Intermediate-Advanced Practice Advanced Practice Examples of Leadership Novice Practice Intermediate-Advanced Practice Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner Clinical Domains Standard 1: Assess using diagnostic capacity Novice Practice Intermediate-Advanced Practice Advanced Practice Standard 2: Plans care and engages others Novice Practice Intermediate-Advanced Practice Advanced Practice Standard 3: Prescribes and implements therapeutic interventions Novice Practice Intermediate-Advanced Practice Advanced Practice Standard 4: Support Health Systems Novice Practice Intermediate-Advanced Practice Advanced Practice Examples of continuum from 'Novice to Advanced Practice' Novice Practice: New graduate (education, training, scope and critical thinking/rationals) Intermediate-Advanced Practice: Post graduate studies (additional education and training, expansion of scope and in depth understanding, critical thinking/rationals) Advanced Practice: Post graduate studies (additional education and training, expansion of scope and in depth understanding, critical thinking/rationals) and in depth understanding anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, MBS, PBS and NP scope (assess, diagnose, prescribe, treat, refer and collaboration for continuity of care) Nurse practitioner standards for practice - Effective from 1 March 2021 Key Terms Advanced practice is where nurses incorporate professional leadership, education, research and support of systems into their practice. Their practice includes relevant expertise, critical thinking, complex decision-making, autonomous practice and is effective and safe. They work within a generalist or specialist context and they are responsible and accountable in managing people who have complex healthcare requirements. Advanced practice in nursing is demonstrated by a level of practice and not by a job title or level of remuneration. Advanced practice for the purpose of the nurse practitioner endorsement requires 5,000 hours clinically-based advanced practice in the past six years. Autonomous practice is having the authority to make decisions and the freedom to act in accordance with one's professional knowledge base (Skar 2010). Competence is the combination of skills, knowledge, attitudes, values and abilities that underpin effective and/or superior performance in a profession/occupational area. Refer to the NMBA Registered nurse standards for practice Independence in these standards is the defining characteristic of NP practice that recognises the educational and advanced practice attributes beyond the Registered nurse standards for practice. This independence is inherent in the NP standards for practice and integrates aspects of the often-complex nursing practice for which the NP initiates and is responsible. NPs work collaboratively as part of a healthcare team and have the authority to diagnose and implement treatments without oversight from another health practitioner. Scope of practice is the full spectrum of roles, functions, responsibilities, activities and decision-making capacity that individuals within that profession are educated, competent and authorised to perform. Some functions within the scope of practice of any profession may be shared with other professions or other individuals or groups. The scope of practice of all health professions is influenced by the wider environment, the specific setting, legislation, policy, education, standards and the health needs of the population. The scope of practice of an individual is that which the individual is educated, authorised and competent to perform. The scope of practice of an individual nurse or midw ife may be more specifically defined than the scope of practice of their profession. To practise within the full contemporary scope of practice of the profession may require individuals to update or increase their knowledge, skills or competence. Decisions about both the individual’s and the profession’s practice can be guided using the Decision-making framework (DMF). When making these decisions, nurses and midwives need to consider their individual and their respective profession’s scope of practice. Nurse practitioner standards for practice - Effective from 1 March 2021

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GP Nursing provides free access to current industry information and reputable sites for enrolled nurses, division 2 nurses, EN, to help them transition into Primary Health and GP Nursing Document Library Welcome to the Document Library, here you will find information for nurses working in primary, community and specialist clinics relevant for understanding the Nurses Award, classification and pay scales, classification levels and year advancements flow charts, scope of practice, supervision and delegation. The Document Library also has templates for nurses working in primary , community and specialist clinics for chronic disease managements, comprehensive health assessments, veterans health, assessment tools, referrals and other important resources. 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Public consultation – Review of Enrolled nurse standards for practice and Registered nurse standards for practice Draft response – Review of Enrolled nurse standards for practice and Registered nurse standards for practice DRAFT Nurses Award, Classification and Pay Scale APNA: How to read the Nurses Award 2020 (APNA Document Highlighted) How to read the Nurses Award 2020 APNA Primary Times Winter 2022 Volume 22_ Issue 1. Nurses are more likely to be properly classified at RN3 if they prepare chronic disease care plans (diabetes education, asthma education, coronary care) or provide women’s health advice (sometimes including Pap smear provision, depending on the level of advice provided) or external immunisation clinics. Enterprise greements provide higher rates of pay when compared to the Award. For example, the Fullerton agreement will provide rates from mid-2022 as follows: Enrolled nurses: approximately $26.37–$30.38 per hour Registered practice nurse (Level 1): approximately $35–$40 per hour Clinical nurse specialist (Level 2): approximately $44–$48 per hour Nurse practitioner: $60 per hour. Employers can no longer enforce pay secrecy under the Fair Work Act 2009 Division 4—Prohibiting pay secrecy 333B Employees not subject to pay secrecysection This will now assist in exposing underpayment of wages and discrimination by pay for employees (click to view on Fair Work Ombudsman Website). Disclosing pay and workplace conditions Under the Fair Work Act, employees have workplace rights to share or not share information about: their pay their employment terms and conditions that would be needed to work out their pay, such as their hours of work. 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GP Nursing provides free access to current industry information and reputable sites for enrolled nurses, division 2 nurses, EN, to help them transition into Primary Health and GP Nursing ABOUT GP Nurse Training In 2016 GP Nurse Training was established as a website providing publically accessible resources for GP nurses working in General Practice. In 2017 GP Nurse Training expanded the website to cover primary and community health care resources for nurses and clinics to access and GPNT begain offering services including accreditation assistance and training. In 2018 2 new websites were created; GP Nursing for GP Nurses to use when performing comprehensive health assessments and when providing chronic disease management, and Nursing in VET for nurses working in the vocational education and training sector delivering the diploma or advanced diploma of nursing. In 2019 GP Nursing and Nursing in VET were merged into with GP Nurse Training to create 1 all inclusinve website for primary and community health care nurses and nurses working in education, training and mentoring roles. In 2022 GP Nurse Training was transferred to its now parent company Allmy Health Care and Nursing (AHCaN) expanding its resources to cater for new and existing primary, community and specialty nurses with most resources ramaining publically accessible. Education and Training for Division 1 and 2 Nurses in Primary, Community & Specialty Health Care Currently there is no nationally accredited qualification, certificate or education, and training required for division 1 or 2 nurses to enter into general practice and other specialty areas, although there are some post-graduate degrees in primary and community health care they do not cover all the skills required. Most nurses working in primary, community and specialty health care have gained the required skills and knowledge through on the job training, attending conferences or seminars, by joining associations or networking groups and performing online training. There is a predicted shortage of the nursing workforce over the next 10 years (70,000 by 2035) with hospitals and primary health care at the top. Most of the education and training provided to nurses focus on aged care and acute/hospital settings, there is only a small portion that focuses on primary and community health care and not all students have access to of choose to complete a primary health care placement. Upon completion of nursing training, there are no clear options or pathways discussed or advertised for transitioning into the primary health care setting from training institutes for those who do not offer or secure primary health care placements. The Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) now offers education institutes access to primary and community health care placements and transition to practice program for nurses wanting experience in or employment in primary and community health care. The biggest struggle in starting your career in primary and community health care is getting your foot in the door, gaining the necessary experience and skill set required to perform the role required in the specialised field within primary and community health. To gain employment you need experience, to gain experience you need employment and this seems to be the biggest problem preventing nurses from entering this specialized field of nursing. This website was designed to assist nurses interested in pursuing a career in the primary, community and specialty health care settings and accessing nurse focused education and training and relevant resources for practice. Nurse Practitioner Kristin Myall (MN, RN BScN, GCNsg (PHC/Derm/Cosmetic), CertIV TAE) AHPRA Registration: NMW0001791347 ABOUT Kristin Myall (Company Director) Kristin Myall is a highly skilled Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) with a well-established career in Healthcare and Nursing predominantly in General Practice, nursing education, training and mentoring, specialist health care and advocates for nurses and the nursing profession on a national level. Kristin started her career as a phlebotomist in 2009, (Enrolled Nurse 2013), transitioned into General Practice and Nursing Education as a Registered Nurse in 2015, and further expanded her scope of practice to include Specialist Dermatology (medical and cosmetic) and Integrative and Functional Medicine in 2020. Kristin is a professional member of the Australian Primary Health care Nurses Association (current APNA Representative, Advisory Nurse Panel member and Student Nurse Clinical Placement Supervisor) the Australian College of Nursing (SA Leadership Team and GC in Nursing clinical placement facilitator 2021). Kristin is also a member of the Australian Dermatology Nurses Association and the Australian College of Nurse Practitioners. Kristin holds current endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner under the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia further expanding her scope of practice to provide more comprehensive care and quality services. On the 31st of May 2025 Kristin achieved Certification as a Global Nurse Consultant (CGNC) through the International Council of Nurses (ICN) and CGFNS International, Inc. (CGFNS). This certification recognizes Kristin's unique nursing knowledge, skills, experience, and expertise, earning recognition and the credential that few nurses have achieved.