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Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
All Health Professional Registrations, including nursing, for all states, except
Check out the requirements and application process from the web site of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
http://www.ahpra.gov.au/Registration.aspx
Western Australia
Registration is compulsory in WA.
Nursing and midwifery labour force 2008
In 2008 the total number of registered and enrolled nurses estimated by the Nursing and Midwifery Labour Force Survey was 312,736, an increase of 10.6% since 2004. The nursing workforce continued to age between 1997 and 2008; the proportion of nurses aged 50 years or over increased from 18.9% to 34.4%. The number of full time equivalent nurses per 100,000 population increased by 15.2% between 2004 and 2008, and the profession continued to be predominantly female, with females comprising 91% of employed nurses in 2008. AIHW catalogue number (AUS130). Available from the internet only. Click on the link to view the media release and report.
Evidence Based Nursing Online. Articles are open access one year after publication. They are a selection from the health related literature reporting studies and reviews that warrant immediate attention by nurses attempting to keep pace with important advances in their profession. These articles are summarised in "value added" abstracts and commented on by clinical experts. http://ebn.bmjjournals.com/contents-by-date.2005.shtml
The factors facilitating and inhibiting effective clinical decision-making in nursing: a qualitative study. BMC Nurs. 2004 Apr 6;3(1):2.PMID: 15068484 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] Hagbaghery MA, Salsali M, Ahmadi F.
Medication Safety in the Community: A Review of the Literature – NPS Medications can help us stay healthy, cure some diseases, relieve symptoms of disease and improve quality of life. But, like any form of treatment, they are not without risks. Although the majority of medication use occurs in the community, much of our knowledge about the prevalence and impact of medication incidents comes from the hospital environment. This literature review was undertaken by NPS to obtain a greater understanding of medication safety issues in the community setting. Click here to read more.
ENROLLED NURSES PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION (ENPA) http://www.enpansw.org.au The peak consultative body and professional association for enrolled nursing in NSW. Promoting professionalism and greater standards of care. Global Advantage has recently come to an affiliation arrangement with the ENPA and will sponsor the membership for Enrolled Nurses and Endorsed Enrolled Nurses joining the agency and working active shifts. Global is actively recruiting more enrolled nurses and medication endorsed enrolled nurses. Global Advantage was pleased to be a sponsor of the: Enrolled Nurses Conference. 24 -25 September 2007 Flying High. Penrith Panthers. Internet http://www.enpansw.org.au/conf.html Registration From http://www.enpansw.org.au/2007reg.pdf
New labour market information DEWR Australian Jobs 2007 Australian Jobs 2007 is designed to help Australians find up-to-date information on the job they want. It provides a guide to the occupations and industries in which Australians work and highlights jobs with good prospects. It also provides information for key job seeker groups - people with disabilities; mature age; youth; Indigenous people and parents on income support, as well as information on accessing employment services and Australian apprenticeships.
Download the DEWR Australian Jobs 2007 report
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Caring for the Person with Faecal Incontinence - A Compassionate Approach to Management - 2nd edition This revised edition contains a useful bowel assessment chart, tips on skin care and assistance with dementia sufferers. Useful handbook. Authors:Karen Cavarra, Andrea Prentice, Cynthea Wellings, Janette Williams
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program annual monitoring report 2009
The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program annual monitoring report 2009 presents national statistics on key program activity, performance and outcome indicators for people invited to screen in 2008. Trend and national bowel cancer incidence and mortality data are also included to provide context. In 2008, participation in the program was around 39% and documented follow-up procedures detected 302 people having cancer; however, this represents only a partial picture of outcomes due to time lags and incomplete reporting. AIHW catalogue number (CAN 45). Available from CanPrint for $ (1300 889 873). Click on the link to view the free report.
PANDDA http://www.pandda.net Professional Association of Nurses in Developmental Disability Areas [PANDDA] (Australia) Inc. A professional association for nurses (registered and enrolled) working in the disability field. They review professional practice issues and conduct an excellent annual professional development conference in August every year.
Discussion Paper Response NSW Health & DADHC, Development of a Service Framework to Improve Health Care of People with Intellectual Disabilities, January 2008. Download Now!
New PANDDA Position Statement Health and People with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities Download Now!
Breast cancer in
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in Australian women with over 12,000 new cases diagnosed in 2006, and projections suggest that the number of new cases will continue to grow. A total of 2,618 women died from breast cancer in 2006, making it the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths for women. Trend data indicate that breast cancer mortality rates for females have been declining since the mid 1990s and that outcomes for women diagnosed with breast cancer have improved over recent decades. These and other data in this report provide a comprehensive picture of breast cancer in Australia including how breast cancer rates differ by Indigenous status, country of birth and geographic area. AIHW catalogue number (CAN 46 ). Available from CanPrint for $28 (1300 889 873). Click on the link to view the media release and the free report.
Aged Care Nursing - 1st edition A very practical, down-to-earth book about caring for older people. It is easy to understand and simple in it's design. Now used as a recommended text across a range of courses. Multi-author and edited for international market. Endorsed by Royal College of Nursing Australia. A best seller. Series: A Guide to Practice Editors: Susan Carmody, Sue Forster
Diabetes prevalence in Australia: an assessment of national data sources
Diabetes is known to cause substantial morbidity and mortality in Australia, however the number of people with the condition is uncertain. Different estimates of the prevalence of diabetes are regularly reported on. This report compares measures of diabetes prevalence from a number of national data sources across two time-periods to best determine the current prevalence of diabetes in Australia. AIHW catalogue number (CVD 46). This is an Internet Only report. Click on the link to view the report.
Dementia Nursing - 1st edition This evidenced-based book empowers nurses and other health professionals with the latest knowledge and best clinical practice in dementia care. Comprising 24 chapters it is written by a very wide range of authors. Highly reviewed book. Endorsed by Royal College of Nursing Australia. Also available with accompanying 2 hour audio book.Series:A Guide to Practice Editor:Rosalie Hudson
Asthma in Australian Children: Findings from Growing up in Australia, the Longitudinal Study of Australian Children
Within the first 3 years of life, 16.9% of infants experience asthma or wheeze. Among non-asthmatic children aged 4 to 5 years, 4.1% will develop asthma by the seventh year of life. These and other new insights into the incidence, natural progression and outcomes associated with childhood asthma are presented in this report, based on analysis of Growing up in Australia: the Longitudinal Study of Australian Children. AIHW catalogue number (ACM 17). Available from CanPrint for $23 (1300 889 873). Click on the link to view the media release and report.
How Drugs Work - Basic pharmacology for healthcare professionals - 1st edition This book provides a clear and interesting understanding of drug absorption, action, metabolism, excretion and adverse reactions. It equips readers with a set of clear concepts on which to base their medication practice. As well, it is an invaluable text for educating staff about minimising clinical risk.Author:Hugh McGavock
Medical labour force 2007
The supply of employed medical practitioners increased between 2003 and 2007, from 279 to 305 full-time equivalent practitioners per 100,000 population. This increase reflected a 20% rise in practitioner numbers. The gender balance continued to shift, with women making up 34% of practitioners in 2007 compared to 32% in 2003. The average hours worked by male practitioners declined from 47.5 to 45.9 hours, while hours worked by female practitioners remained steady at 37.6 hours. AIHW catalogue number (HWL 45). Available from CanPrint for $25.00 (1300 889 873). Click on the link to view the media release and report.
Nursing Dictionary - 2nd edition Low cost and effective nursing dictionary. Contains more than 700 pages. Small size means it is easily portable. Gives quick information. Two colour forma with illustrations.Editor:U. N. Panda
Oral health of health cardholders attending for dental care in the private and public sectors
Dental statistics and research series no. 50
Health cardholders who visit a public dentist have a similar level of oral health and receive similar dental care as those who visit a private dentist. This publication presents findings on health cardholders attending for dental care in the private and public sector using data from the National Survey of Adult Oral Health 2004-06. Health cardholders such as age pensioners and the unemployed have government entitlement cards and are eligible for public dental care. But while dental health and care was similar for those using either public or private dentists, this may reflect a general level of disadvantage common to all cardholders. Where differences did exist, the differences consistently involved either poorer oral health status or less desirable service patterns for those who visited the public sector compared to the private sector. Authored by AIHW Dental Statistics and Research Unit. Published 1 June 2009; ISSN 978 1 74024 888 4; ISBN-13 1321-0254; AIHW cat. no. DEN 196; 36pp.; $20.00 Free online Oral health of health cardholders attending for dental care in the private and public sectors (173KB PDF)
Nursing Documentation in Aged Care - 1st edition This title shows how nursing assessments, care plans and progress notes enable nurses to share their skills and communicate professionally. Best-selling book which focuses entirely on documentation of elderly care. Ideal for residential care settings. Also available with accompanying 2 hour audio book. Series: A Guide to Practice Editors: Christine Crofton, Gaye Witney
Health expenditure Australia 2007-08
Health expenditure in Australia in 2007-08 reached $104 billion. As a percentage of GDP it was 9.1%, the same level as in 2006-07. The area of health expenditure showing the highest growth was public health expenditure which grew by 21% in real terms, mostly due to extra spending on immunisation. Health expenditure Australia 2007-08 examines expenditure on different types of health goods and services in the decade to 2007-08. It describes funding by the Australian and State governments, private health insurance and individuals; compares health expenditures in the different states and territories and compares Australia's spending with other countries. AIHW catalogue number (HWE 46 ). Available from CanPrint for $35 (1300 889 873). Click on the link to view the media release and download a FREE copy of the report.
Understanding Medication Management - In your Health Care Organisation - 1st edition This new book is a practical tool for international health care organizations seeking to improve their medication management processes and reduce medication errors. The book includes forms, checklists, case studies, and strategies. Author:Joint Commission Resources
Nursing and midwifery labour force 2007
In 2007, the total number of registered and enrolled nurses estimated by the Nursing and Midwifery Labour Force Survey was 305,834, an increase of 12% since 2003. The nursing workforce continued to age between 2003 and 2007; the proportion of nurses aged 50 years or over increased from 28% to 33%. The number of full time equivalent nurses per 100,000 population increased by 8% since 2003, and the profession continued to be predominantly female, with females comprising 90% of employed nurses in 2007. AIHW catalogue number (HWL 44). Available from CanPrint for $25.00 (1300 889 873). Click on the link to view the media release and download the report for free at report.
THE HEIMLICH MANOEUVRE (Health Report) In the early 1970s a new procedure for treating choking victims burst on to the scene in the United States and soon it was famous around the world. The procedure was called the Heimlich manoeuvre, named after the man who created it—Dr Henry Heimlich. It has never been used in Australia. Despite the claims of the extremely charismatic Dr Heimlich, Australian resuscitation experts believe that there isn't enough scientific evidence to support its use. So how does a medical procedure become so widely adopted without any serious scientific evidence? The most surprising and vocal critic of all turns out to be Dr Heimlich's very own son, Peter Heimlich. http://abcmail.net.au/t/
Oral health behaviours in the Australian population 2004-06
AIHW catalogue number (DEN 197) This is an Internet Only publication. Click on the link to view the free report.
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