In collaboration with the NSWNMA and Charles Sturt University, the upcoming Rural, Regional and Remote Nurses and Midwives Professional Development Conference will take place in Orange.
This conference is designed to unite nurses and midwives from various parts of Australia. Attendees will hear from experts and researchers, spotlighting innovative practices adopted in rural, regional, and remote settings.
Keynote: Torie Finnane Foundation
The Torie Finnane Foundation (TFF) works to enhance maternity services in regional New South Wales by providing professional development opportunities and helping acquire essential equipment.
Conference Agenda:
- Digital Health: exploring digitalisation and the utilization of data
- Multi-Purpose Service Facilities: educational support for nursing professionals
- Access to Paediatric Services in Regional and Rural Communities: highlighting Warren's successful initiatives for local children's health
- Australian Midwifery Workforce Development: overview of recommendations from Midwifery Futures – the Australian Midwifery Workforce Project
- Nurse Practitioner Model of Care: examining the contributions of Nurse Practitioners to community health outcomes
- Mental Health Nursing: tools and innovations for practical application
- Support for New Nurses in Mental Health: fostering well-being through self-determination theory
- Retention Strategies for Nurses and Midwives in Rural Areas
- Enhancing Skills of the Regional Nursing and Midwifery Workforce
- Panel discussion with industry leaders from Western NSW Local Health District and Ramsay Health
- CPD Practical Session
- Optional: tour of Charles Sturt University campus simulation facilities
Additionally, networking opportunities will be available at the Industry Expo Hub with partners such as Western NSW Local Health District and Ramsay Health.
This gathering will be hosted at Charles Sturt University, Orange Campus – 346 Leeds Parade, Orange NSW 2800.
The agenda is subject to modification.
A CPD Certificate will be issued to participants at the conclusion of the conference.