Aims & objectives: To enable course members:
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To increase their knowledge and understanding of their professional responsibilities and legal implications with regard to undertaking IV therapy.
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To increase knowledge of the theoretical and pharmaceutical aspects of IV therapy, including the trust IV policy
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To understand current IV devices used in this trust and the care of all devices including removal.
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To increase knowledge of potential complications and treatment of anaphylaxis.
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To ensure knowledge of blood transfusion administration, safety precautions and monitoring during transfusion.
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To be fully informed about the ongoing assessment requirements post study day in order to gain IV therapy competence.
Who should attend: Qualified Nurses: In order to attend these courses it is important that you:
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Have been a qualified nurse for 6 months or longer (managers can contact the IV team to discuss individuals that are qualified under the 6 months)
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Have a competent mentor to supervise your practice
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Complete assessments within 6 months of attending the course
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Your manager must be aware and have nominated you for this course.
Length: 1 Day
Dates 2013:
Thursday 4th April 2013 - Training Room, Opposite CMEC, Chichester (Full)
Thursday 6th June 2013 - Training Room, Opposite CMEC, Chichester (Full)
Tuesday 6th August 2013 - Training Room, Opposite CMEC, Chichester
Thursday 3rd October 2013 - Training Room, Opposite CMEC, Chichester
Thursday 5th December 2013 - Training Room, Opposite CMEC, Chichester
Cost: £100 per place
HOW TO APPLY:
Complete an External Application Form and send it to Learning & Development Unit, 3 Liverpool Gardens, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1TF
For further information about the course contact katie.edney@wsht.nhs.uk
