International Women’s Day imagines a world that is diverse, inclusive and free of discrimination. ACN celebrates the achievements and leadership of all nurses. We asked our Trailblazer winners to reflect on the impact nurses have on the profession and the innovations they continue to bring. In this article: Nikki Johnston OAM MACN — 2019 Trailblazer…
The Oxford Dictionary (2023) defines ethnicity as: “Status in respect of membership of a group regarded as ultimately of common descent or having a common national or cultural tradition”. Ethnicity is strongly correlated with an individual’s identity, and it plays a significant role in people’s lives. Essential components of ethnic identity are how individuals view…
As the Australian College of Nursing marks its 75-year anniversary, we pause to reflect on the legacy of our foundational predecessors, the College of Nursing, Australia (initially known as the NSW College of Nursing) and the Royal College of Nursing, Australia (originally the College of Nursing Australia). Founded in 1949 in the states of New…
Mentors play a pivotal role in shaping the future of nursing, guiding us through our careers with their wisdom, instilling confidence, resilience, and a deeper understanding of our profession. In this exploration of the impactful world of mentoring, we uncover how the exchange between seasoned wisdom and eager potential can profoundly influence the nursing landscape.…
I remember the day an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) approached me and said, “Jen, would you be interested in being acting NUM while we recruit to the position?” My eyes widened; I took a deep breath, and the word “sure” slipped out of my mouth. As I went back to my patient’s ventilation observations,…
The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) enthusiastically welcomes the Government’s introduction to Parliament of the Health Legislation (Removal of Requirement for a Collaborative Arrangement) Bill. ACN CEO, Adjunct Professor Kylie Ward FACN, said passage of this Bill will allow endorsed midwives and nurse practitioners to use their training, education, and skills to work to their…
24 March is World Tuberculosis Day, the day that Mycobacterium tuberculosis was discovered in 1882. Did you know that according to the World Health Organization (WHO, 2023), Tuberculosis (TB) was the second leading infectious killer worldwide in 2022 after COVID-19, and above HIV and AIDS? While Australia has one of the lowest TB rates in…
Professional Practice CourseProfessional Practice CourseEnrolments open Enrol now Duration 8 hours Study mode Online Fees $299 About Professional Practice Course The aim of the Professional Practice course is to familiarise nurses and midwives with their professional practice responsibilities and registration requirements, including the codes and standards that govern and regulate practice. This course is tailored…
Medicines Management CourseMedicines Management CourseEnrolments open Enrol now Duration 8 hours Study mode Online Fees $299 About Medicines Management Course The Medicines Management course is designed to familiarise nurses and midwives with their obligations and registration requirements regarding the safe management and practice of medicines. This course is tailored specifically to the scope of practice…
Countdown to 2024 Next Generation Faculty Summit 2024/08/13 00:00:00Registrations open Register now Date Tuesday 13 August 2024 Venue Cairns Convention Centre Price ACN Members: $85 Non-Members: $185 (GST inclusive) About ACN Next Generation Faculty Summit Join us for an invigorating journey into the heart of nursing’s future at the Next Generation: Making Change Happen Now…