Book Training - Calendar

B12 Injection training

Description:

Who Should Attend?

Anyone who will be involved in administration of Vit B12

This course does not cover immunisations

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge around vitamin B12 medication administration

How to draw up medication from vials

Preparation of patient including consent

What is a patient specific direction

The difference between intramuscular and subcutaneous injections and potential complications

Appropriate injection sites

Documentation

Practical sessions and competencies to take to practice

Registration opens at 14-03-2024 11:18

Registration closes at 29-04-2024 11:18

Max Participants: 15

Registered Users:

1. mandy@almc.co.uk
2. una.mckay1@nhs.net
3. louise.white9@nhs.net
4. michelle@almc.co.uk
5. s.arnel@nhs.net
6. sarahbrealey@nhs.net
7. amy.gibson6@nhs.net

Registration is currently closed.

Contraception Update

Description:

Who Should Attend?

This course is aimed at Practice Nurses

Learning Outcomes

Learning outcomes include: · A & P revision of the reproductive organs. · Revision of the menstrual cycle. · Overview and updates of all the methods of contraception including emergency contraception. · Overview and updates on common sexually transmitted infections and testing.

Registration opens at 13-03-2024 16:31

Registration closes at 27-04-2024 16:31

Max Participants: 15

Registered Users:

1. carol.degay@nhs.net
2. rachel.simpson2@nhs.net
4. lucy.murrell@nhs.net
5. louise.white9@nhs.net
6. gareth.taylor4@nhs.net
7. mandy@almc.co.uk
8. una.mckay1@nhs.net
9. marie.king1@nhs.net
10. amie.hutkin@nhs.net
11. a.lee5@nhs.net
12. michelle@almc.co.uk

Registration is currently closed.

Multi Morbidity Training (HCAs)

Description:

Multi morbidity: Blood Pressure & Hypertension

❖ Understanding BP targets for different groups of patients

❖ Assessing the regular, irregular, and irregularly irregular pulse and what to do if found

Respiratory

❖ Administering and understanding the Asthma Control Test questionnaire

❖ Checking inhaler technique; teaching good technique

❖ How to perform a peak flow

❖ How to administer the online Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease assessment test

Multi morbidity: Diabetes

❖ Diabetic foot check (assessment of pulses and neuropathy)

❖ Red flags and when to refer

❖ Understanding the implications of microalbuminuria in diabetes or kidney disease

❖ 15 Health Care Essentials

Multimorbidity – Annual Reviews

❖ Understanding which blood tests are needed for which chronic diseases and how often each test needs repeating.

❖ Understanding QRISK and when and when not to use it

Registration opens at 14-03-2024 11:09

Registration closes at 03-05-2024 11:09

Max Participants: 15

Registered Users:

1. mandy@almc.co.uk
2. Alexandra.richards@nhs.net
4. d.vancheri@nhs.net
5. michelle@almc.co.uk
6. karen@almc.co.uk

Registration is currently closed.

Ear Care Update (am)

Description:

Who Should Attend?

Nurses and HCAs who have done Ear Care training.
This study day is intended to give the practitioner more confidence when dealing with ear problems.
The knowledge gained from this day enables safer practice which can reduce patient discomfort, speed up resolution and make referrals more appropriate. It enables nurses to take a more active role in the prevention of ear problems, thus saving general practitioner consulting time and prescribing costs.

Learning Outcomes

Attending this course the student will gain:
An understanding of the basic anatomy and physiology of the ear.
An understanding of the prevention of ear problems.
Gain the knowledge which can be used to practice aural toilet, wax instrumentation and ear irrigation according to the attendees’ level of practice and competence.
An improved understanding of people with hearing loss and hearing aids.
Reflection on accountability and documentation.
An understanding of decontamination of equipment.
Considered the patient with ear problems holistically.
The ability to undertake ear care within the boundaries and limits of their professional competence, responsibility and accountability.
An understanding to complete achieved competencies as documented in the competency handbook, consistent with their individual level of skill and knowledge. These will be achieved through structured teaching, practical demonstrations, discussion and practical workshops.

Registration opens at 02-04-2024 10:23

Registration closes at 06-05-2024 10:23

Max Participants: 12

Registered Users:

1. robyn.jackson@nhs.net
2. l.branch@nhs.net
3. jenniferlumsden@nhs.net
4. gareth.taylor4@nhs.net
5. liz.turner6@nhs.net
6. francesca.rabaiotti@nhs.net
8. fran.tucker@nhs.net
9. mandy@almc.co.uk

Registration is currently closed.

Core Imms (2 day) Nurse

Description:

This is a 2 Day Course 9th May and 10th May 2024 (both dates to be attended)

Who Should Attend?

Qualified staff new to Immunisations.

Learning Outcomes

The aims of immunisations: national policy and schedules The immune system and how vaccines work Vaccine preventable diseases The different types of vaccines used and their composition Current issues and controversies regarding immunisation Communicating with patients and parents Legal aspects of vaccination Storage and handling of vaccines Correct administration of vaccines Anaphylaxis and other adverse events Documentation, record keeping and reporting Strategies for improving immunisation rates.

Registration opens at 14-03-2024 10:36

Registration closes at 06-05-2024 10:36

Max Participants: 19

Registered Users:

1. michelle@almc.co.uk
2. mandy@almc.co.uk
3. karen@almc.co.uk
4. helen.corke@nhs.net
5. Beverley.hemmens@nhs.net
6. maddy.brickley@nhs.net
7. luke.packer@nhs.net
8. jodie.godfrey@nhs.net
9. s.arnel@nhs.net
10. anna.byrneyoung@nhs.net

Registration is currently closed.

Phlebotomy (am)

Description:

Who Should Attend?

Anyone within the practice who wishes to learn phlebotomy -

Individuals to ensure they have been vaccinated or are starting their HepB immunity course please.

Learning Outcomes

To be proficient in taking blood safely and effectively, using safe and best practice guidelines
Correct procedure for confirming identity of patient/client and understanding the importance of accuracy
Understanding the importance and 100% accuracy when taking a transfusion sample
To demonstrate a good understanding of the correct vein selection
Demonstrate correct application of tourniquet
Awareness of infection control policy and guidelines
Demonstrate hand hygiene use of gloves (ppe)
Knowledge of handling sharps safely + what to do in the event of a needle stick injury
Knowledge of correct sequence of collection tubes

Registration opens at 14-03-2024 09:07

Registration closes at 08-05-2024 09:07

Max Participants: 8

Registered Users:

1. mandy@almc.co.uk
2. michelle@almc.co.uk
3. karen@almc.co.uk
4. adam.holder2@nhs.net
5. mandyjayne1965@gmail.com

Registration is currently closed.

Wound Masterclass

Description:

Who Should Attend?

This study day is aimed at Nurses who already currently have some knowledge of wound care and should be familiar with the wound healing process and basic assessment of wounds. The nurses should also have been caring for patients with leg ulcers but feel their skills need to be updated.

Learning Outcomes

This training is presented as a master class for nurses that already have some knowledge around assessment and management of wounds. It seeks to update Nurses on current issues and changes in practice and build on current knowledge in terms of assessment and decision making in the management of wounds. It explores cost effective and innovative dressings and the identification of indolent wounds, the causes and possible management strategies.
The leg ulcer management part of the day updates nurses on patient assessment who have been managing patients with leg ulcers. The use of a mini leg ulcer assessment in leg ulceration and compression hose application. Also covering unusual causes of ulceration. Time will be set aside for a question and answer session at the end of the workshop.

Topics covered include:
Undertake a comprehensive and advanced assessment of wounds
Identify static wounds and factors that contribute to delayed healing
Recognise bacterial burden and infection in wounds
Have an up to date knowledge of wound care issues
Assess patients confidently, using leg ulcer assessment care-pathway
Identify unusual aetiologies
Understand the importance of hosiery in reducing reoccurrence.

Registration opens at 14-03-2024 09:34

Registration closes at 13-05-2024 09:34

Max Participants: 14

Registered Users:

1. katherine.metcalfe3@nhs.net
2. sue.gotts@nhs.net
3. mandy@almc.co.uk
4. mkemp@nhs.net
5. rachel.simpson2@nhs.net
6. chloe.lacey2@nhs.net
8. niamh.stott@nhs.net
9. Lisa.Kift@nhs.net
10. marie.king1@nhs.net

Registration is currently closed.

Travel Health Update

Description:

Who Should Attend?

This update is suitable for Practices Nurses.

Learning Outcomes

After this study day you will be: Confident to carry out and understand the importance of the travel consultation and pre-travel assessment. Demonstrate knowledge of common travel related illnesses and the use of vaccines to prevent them. Demonstrate knowledge of recent disease outbreak. Describe the main risks to travellers and how they may be minimised. Demonstrate knowledge of Malaria. Outline the role and restrictions of anti-malaria chemoprophylaxis. Knowledge of how to access the relevant tools and resources available to Travel Health.

Registration opens at 14-03-2024 09:20

Registration closes at 13-05-2024 09:20

Max Participants: 14

Registered Users:

1. carol.degay@nhs.net
2. phoebe.rogers@nhs.net
3. jenniferlumsden@nhs.net
5. luke.packer@nhs.net
6. d.vancheri@nhs.net
7. amy.gibson6@nhs.net
8. una.mckay1@nhs.net
9. kirstie.whitelock@nhs.net
10. mandy@almc.co.uk
11. rachel.pitt1@nhs.net
12. nicola.lawton1@nhs.net
13. anna.byrneyoung@nhs.net

Registration is currently closed.

Infection Control Leads Update

Description:

Who Should Attend?

Infection control lead within the practice

Infection Prevention is best achieved when healthcare staff understand the principles governing the prevention of transmission of pathogenic organisms, and have the confidence to be able to apply these in their own practice.

Registration opens at 14-03-2024 11:24

Registration closes at 16-05-2024 11:24

Max Participants: 13

Registered Users:

1. sue.gotts@nhs.net
2. phoebe.rogers@nhs.net
3. mandy@almc.co.uk
4. michelle@almc.co.uk
5. alison.garrod@nhs.net
6. karen@almc.co.uk
7. niamh.stott@nhs.net
8. sarah.windatt@nhs.net
9. francesca.rabaiotti@nhs.net
10. anna.byrneyoung@nhs.net
11. marie.king1@nhs.net
12. nicola.lawton1@nhs.net
13. sarah.mckay@nhs.net

Registration is currently closed.

Wound Management HCAs

Description:

Who Should Attend?

This session is aimed at HCAs who are beginners in wound management and have very limited experience of dealing with wounds and leg ulcers. The facilitators run the workshop at a slow pace to help new staff understand the key elements of assessment.

Learning Outcomes

This training is presented as an introduction to the assessment and management of wounds and leg ulcer management for HCAs that are new to wound and leg ulcer care. It explores different wounds and tissue types and appropriate dressing choices. It explains how to monitor a wound progress and how to identify any problems.
The leg ulcer management part of the day will cover assessment of ulceration on the lower limb, essential skin care and treatment options. Time will be set aside at the end of the session for questions and answers relating to leg ulcer management.

Learning outcomes include:
Able to complete all aspects of a basic wound assessment
Accurately evaluate and monitor wound progress
Understand the basic wound dressing groups and their appropriate use
Recognise signs and symptoms of venous and arterial leg ulceration
Understand the benefits of essential skin care in leg ulcer management
Able to discuss the best practice in leg ulcer treatment.

Registration opens at 14-03-2024 10:19

Registration closes at 20-05-2024 10:19

Max Participants: 15

Registered Users:

1. mandy@almc.co.uk
2. mkemp@nhs.net
4. lucy.murrell@nhs.net
5. louise.white9@nhs.net
6. karen@almc.co.uk
7. jacky.stenner@nhs.net
8. tina.white4@nhs.net
9. rachel.pitt1@nhs.net
10. sacha.hynes@nhs.net
11. juliet.bodman@nhs.net

Registration is currently closed.