Cytotoxic Medications Workshop

Venue:

ACU & SVH Clinical School
Cator Building, Ground Level
(Building Entry on Barcom Ave Darlinghurst, across from Liechhardt Street)

Date details:

Dates available for this program in 2019 are:
27 February 2019
17 April 2019
26 June 2019
4 September 2019
16 October 2019
20 November 2019

Online registration and payment link:

Course overview:

This program develops participants’ theoretical knowledge to safely and effectively manage cytotoxic medications.

Speakers:

The workshop is coordinated by SVH Haematology/Oncology CNC with a variety of cancer specialist nurses and pharmacists presenting.

Key topics:

It is anticipated that participants will be able to:
•    Follow NSQW Work Cover guidelines and minimum standard competencies
•    Communicate an understanding of cytotoxic medications including, classification, usage, dosage, actions, toxicities, side effects and adverse reactions
•    Examine issues surround nursing responsibilities of administering cytotoxic medications
•    Critique safe handling issues when dealing with cytotoxic medications
•    Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of extravasation prevention and management
•    Value health surveillance and activity logs

Who should attend:

Registered Nurses who administer cytotoxic medications

Course enquiries:

Peter Jones
svhs.acusvhclinicalschool@svha.org.au
0457 562 178

Pricing:

$150 ex GST

Parking:

Participants are required to organise their own travel and parking arrangements.

Cancellation policy:

Cancellation provided up to 5 working days before the program a full refund will be issued.

Cancellation past the 5 working days and before 24 hours prior to the program half refund will be issued.

Cancellation with 24hrs prior to the program no refund is issued.

Cancellation should be in writing to SVHS.NEDC@svha.org.au

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