We provide leadership, advice, education and support for palliative care in the Loddon Mallee Region.
The team consists of an Executive Officer, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Medical Advisors and an Administrative Assistant.
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Our Commitment
We aim to enhance the care of people living with and facing issues related to a life threatening illness including loss, grief and bereavement.
We actively promote and support ongoing training and education for anyone associated with the care of people requiring a palliative approach to care and/or specialised palliative care.
We believe that interdisciplinary care is integral to best practice in palliative care.
Leadership
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Planning and service development
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Service management advice and support
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Policy and procedure development
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Public relations & marketing
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Building professional relationships and links
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Creating supportive networks
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Seeking funding for projects, research and education
Clinical Nurse Consultancy
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Clinical advice, support and information
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Promotion of best practise in palliative care
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Conferences, course, workshops, in-service education in all types of facilities and settings
The regional clinical nurse consultant:
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Ensures staff, especially iin remote and isolated areas are kept up to date with current knowledge and skills
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Has strong links and working relationships with service providers and education centres throughout the region
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Represents the Loddon Mallee Region at Government, palliative care peak body meetings, forums and working parties etc.
Medical Advice and Support
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Updates and education sessions, case reviews, skills workshops
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Available as guest speakers
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The focus of education is symptom management and the treatment of anxiety and depression in palliative clients
Cost
We are pleased to work with you to provide education about palliative care that suits your needs
Fees are negotiated individually and are charged on the basis of cost recovery
