Nurse immunisers get a boost

Our region’s residential aged care facilities are now better prepared to provide vaccinations to older people in their care.

More than 3230 new nurses received funding from COORDINARE to complete training to become authorised nurse immunisers.  

One nurse welcomed the opportunity to refresh her skills: 

I really appreciated the opportunity to complete my training fee free. I realise I'm quite proficient at immunising but found the training a challenge and welcomed the opportunity to refresh my skills.

I will encourage all future nurses to complete this training as it inspires confidence and the impetus to seek further learning. No matter how skilled we think we are, there is always room for improvement and revision of skills.Thankyou!

Nurse

Took part in the nurse immuniser training

While some nurses had experience with immunisations, they did not have the training or credentials to provide vaccinations independently of a medical officer.

These new roles will support better access to vaccinations for older people in residential care, reducing risks from conditions such as influenza and COVID-19.  

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