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SUMMARY:Palliative Care for Caregivers starts Friday 6 March 2026 over 4 weeks
DESCRIPTION:This workshop has been designed for Health Care Assistants & Support and Support Workers working in Aged Residential Care or the Community to improve their knowledge and understanding of palliative care. * Please note\, this programme is not suitable for members of the public looking after their family/whanau. \nThe education is endorsed by Hospice New Zealand\, and a certificate will be awarded on completion of the programme. \n\nThis workshop is 2 hours per session over 4 weeks and attendees must attend all 4 sessions to gain the Hospice NZ Palliative Care Certificate.\n\nTopics covered include: \n\nPrinciples of palliative care\nManaging physical symptoms\nCare in the last days of life\nCommunication\nUnderstanding loss and grief\nSpirituality and self-care\n\nTarget audience: Heath care assistants\, Support workers and Caregivers working in rest homes & community homes \nMax attendees 20: Early registration is advised. \nCost: No charge \nDates: (Attendees must attend all 4 sessions to gain the HNZ certificate) \nWeek1: Friday 6 March 2026 \nWeek 2: Friday 13 March 2026 \nWeek 3: Friday 20 March 2026 \nWeek 4: Friday 27 March 2026 \nTime: 1000 -1200 (Attendees are asked to arrive at least10 minutes early to sign in). \nRegister: Click here to register via Eventbrite \nLimited attendees: Registration is essential \nVenue: Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Stoke\, Nelson \nEnquires: email: education@nelsonhospice.org.nz or phone Education administrator Barb Thomas 03 546 3950
URL:https://www.nelsonhospice.org.nz/event/palliative-care-for-caregivers-starts-friday-6-march-2026-over-4-weeks/
LOCATION:Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Stoke\, Nelson\, 7011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Syringe Driver Workshop for ARC RN's/EN's/ DN's: Wednesday 11 March 2026
DESCRIPTION:The programme assists Registered Nurses (RNs) and Enrolled Nurses (ENs) working in Aged Residential Care (ARC) and District Nursing (DNs) to obtain the skills and knowledge required to manage a syringe driver in their work setting. * A pre programme workbook will be emailed to participants prior to the workshop. \nSuccessful completion of a written test is required for certification. \n\nPlease note: This workshop is not suitable for Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough RN’s as they use a different learning module – See other listings on Eventbrite or Contact the hospice on 03 546 3950 for dates or email: education@nelsonhospice.org.nz\n\nWorkshops are facilitated on site at Nelson Tasman Hospice or as advertised off site. \nTarget Audience: Aged Residential Care Registered Nurses\, District Nurses\, Enrolled Nurses subject to scope of practice \nDate: Wednesday 11 March 2026 \nTime: 1300 – 1500 (Workshop starts promptly. Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow time to sign in). \nCost: No charge \nLimited attendees: Max 10 people per session\, registration is essential \nRegister:  Click here to register via Eventbrite \nFacilitator: Chris Dunn Clinical Nurse Educator Nelson Tasman Hospice \nVenue: Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Stoke\, Nelson \nPhone: 03 546 3950 \nEmail: education@nelsonhospice.org.nz
URL:https://www.nelsonhospice.org.nz/event/syringe-driver-workshop-for-arc-rns-ens-dns-wednesday-11-march-2026/
LOCATION:Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Stoke\, Nelson\, 7011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Clinical Skills Workshop: Advance Care Planning Wednesday 25 March 2026
DESCRIPTION:The clinical skills series is for Health Care Professionals and for care workers caring for clients either in Aged Residential Care\, a General Hospital or community setting who have palliative care needs. \nThe education sessions provide learning which maintains and enhances participants palliative care knowledge\, skills and practice. \nThe aim of this presentation is to: \n\n\n\nRecognise the value of having an ACP\nIncrease understanding of ACP process\nIdentifying the barriers to ACP\nIntegrating ACP into clinical practice in different settings\nUnderstand Advanced Directive documentation\nUnderstand the process sharing an ACP with health providers\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday 25 March 2026 \nTime: 1600 – 1715 \nCost: No charge \nPresenter: Chris Dunn Clinical Nurse Educator\, Nelson Tasman Hospice & Suss Walding Registered Nurse\, Nelson Tasman Hospice \nVenue: Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Stoke\, Nelson \nRegister: Click here to register via Eventbrite to attend onsite \n\nThis workshop is also offered as a virtual session:  Register for the virtual session: Click here\nNB: To participate virtually\, you will need to have Microsoft TEAMS on your device\n\nFor more information contact the Nelson Tasman Hospice Education Team: \nE: Education Administrator Barb Thomas: education@nelsonhospice.org.nz \nPhone: (03) 546 3950
URL:https://www.nelsonhospice.org.nz/event/clinical-skills-workshop-advance-care-planning-wednesday-25-march-2026/
LOCATION:Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Stoke\, Nelson\, 7011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Education
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