Immunisation Education Videos
Immunisation Education Videos
Annual Immunisation Update 2023
Wednesday 23 August 2023
Learning Outcomes:
Demonstrate knowledge of the National and NSW schedules and changes for 2023
Demonstrate knowledge of the key features of current vaccine preventable diseases
Improve vaccination coverage in child, adolescent and adult vaccination
Demonstrate knowledge of other immunisation changes for 2023
Speakers:
Suraj ASWANI, CNC Immunisation Coordinator PHU
Suraj has worked at the Northern Sydney Public Health Unit for the past 4 years as the Immunisation Clinical Nurse Specialist and has an extensive experience as an RN in General Practice and Public/Population Health
Influenza Update 2023
Monday 1 May 2023
Participants will be presented with an outline of influenza strain coverage and vaccines used for the 2023 program, brief review of the epidemiology of influenza infection, rationale for promoting vaccination amongst high-risk groups, and an outline of vulnerable cohorts for whom antiviral use may be appropriate in the community.
Speakers:
- Dr Indira Datta – MBBS DipCH MPH FRACGP | PHU Registrar
- Suraj Aswani RN – Acting CNC Immunisation Coordinator PHU
Annual Influenza and influenza Immunisation Training for GPs and Nurses
Tuesday 28 March 2023
Viewers will be presented with an outline of influenza strain coverage and vaccines used for the 2023 program, brief review of the epidemiology of influenza infection, rationale for promoting vaccination amongst high-risk groups, and an outline of vulnerable cohorts for whom antiviral use may be appropriate in the community.
In keeping with the Medical Board’s new CPD requirements for 2023, flu season provides an opportunity for GPs to document CPD under “Reviewing Performance” and “Measuring Outcomes” categories through internal practice audit of influenza vaccination rates.
Suitable for Authorised Nurse Immuniser education
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify influenza strain coverage and vaccines used for the 2023 program
- Summarise the epidemiology of influenza infection
- Classify “high-risk” patient groups and outline the rationale for promoting flu vaccination, including children aged 6mths to <5years
- Implement evidence-based guidelines for influenza antiviral use in vulnerable cohorts in the community
Speakers:
Dr Indira Datta – MBBS DipCH MPH FRACGP | PHU Registrar
Currently practising GP, and trainee in Public Health Medicine.
SURAJ ASWANI – Acting CNC Immunisation Coordinator PHU
Suraj has worked at the Northern Sydney Public Health Unit for the past 4 years as the Immunisation Clinical Nurse Specialist. Prior to working at the Public Health Unit Suraj spent several years working as an RN in general practice.
Resources:
Immunisation Update: Including new schedule and changes
Wednesday 31 August 2022
This webinar provides local General Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Pharmacists and Nurse Immunisers increased knowledge and skills in the recent changes to the NSW Immunisation Schedule and catch up schedules.
Learning Outcomes:
- Assess current vaccine preventable diseases of concern and epidemiology
- Identify current NSW and National Immunisation Program schedules and changes
- Implement catch-up requirements for children, adolescents and adults
Speakers:
SALLY EDWARDS | CNC Immunisation Coordinator PHU
Sally has worked as the immunisation Clinical Nurse Consultant at Northern Sydney Public Health Unit for the past 9 years. In this role Sally provides immunisation education for clinicians and the general public, oversees the high school vaccination program for the Northern Sydney LHD and manages a team of nurses and support personnel
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COVID-19 and 2022 influenza vaccination program update
Tuesday 5 April 2022
Update and Q&A session for COVID and influenza vaccinations with a refresher on cold chain management.
Learning Outcomes:
- Discuss the COVID vaccination requirements for eligible populations
- Implement 2022 influenza vaccination program
- Describe the requirements of vaccine cold chain management and implement processes
Speakers:
SALLY EDWARDS | CNC Immunisation Coordinator PHU
Immunisation Update: Including New Schedule and Changes (08/2021)
Tuesday 24 August 2021
Learning Outcomes:
- Access current vaccine preventable diseases of concern and epidemiology
- Identify current NSW and National Immunisation Program schedules and changes
- Implement catch-up requirements for children, adolescents and adults
- Identify priority populations for vaccination and access useful resource
Speakers:
Sally Edwards: CNC Immunisation Coordinator, NSLHD Public Health Unit.
Immunisation Update: Including New Schedule and Changes (07/2020)
Thursday 30 July 2020
Speakers:
Sally Edwards, CNC Immunisation Coordinator, NSLHD.
Resources:
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