We recently asked practices for feedback on the PNIP so far. Nearly all responses (9/10) to the question “How is the PNIP affecting your practice and Practice Nurse work?” came from practice managers. (more…)

There is a lot of confusion and misinformation about Nurse Practitioners. Are Practices Nurses and Nurse Practitioners the same thing? The answer is NO! (more…)

A national study is being conducted to identify practice nurses’ changing role, specifically in the area of child health and wellbeing. (more…)

On the 1st of July, new legislation – the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act 2009 – will come into effect. The new law means that many health professions, including practice nursing, will be regulated by nationally consistent legislation. (more…)

86% of general practices in our division employ practice nurses. Nursing has been in the media recently; nurse practitioners, nurse-led clinics, and nurses contributing to chronic disease management care. (more…)

Gail Schuler (RN Div 1) has recently joined us to provide Practice Nurse / Diabetes Nurse Educator services to our practices. Contracting Gail could allow your practice to achieve any or all of the following outcomes. (more…)

No room for a practice nurse? Consider contracting a local nursing service. Dr Chris Millar’s recent experience was a positive one. (more…)

It took Jill a while to adjust to Practice Nursing. Jill missed her acute skills at first, but gradually she began to appreciate the new skill set found in General Practice, and came to understand the role of the PN. (more…)

A few important points for practice nurses.  First, there’s a deadline coming up.

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