The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is deeply saddened by the death of the Member for Dunkley, Peta Murphy MP. ACN CEO, Adjunct Professor Kylie Ward FACN, said Peta Murphy made a significant contribution to politics, public life, and her community and constituents. “She will be remembered fondly for her outstanding personal advocacy for women…
The National Nursing Forum (NNF) is not just an event; it is a platform for nurses from across the country to come together and share innovative ideas and groundbreaking research. Taking place in the nation’s capital from 23-25 July 2025, the NNF will explore the theme Courage, Compassion, Connection – Empowering Nurses for the Future.…
View Fullscreen More resources Policy Paper Nursing leadership in emissions reduction guiding principles 7 February 2022 White Paper Nurses are essential in health and aged care reform 1 January 2016 Position Statement Nurses, genomics and clinical practice 8 December 2020 Budget Submission ACN’s 2024-2025 Pre-Budget Submission 10 March 2024 Submission National nursing workforce 19 December…
Recently, the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) provided updates to the shingles vaccine schedule in Australia. As our understanding of the disease advances and vaccination methods improve, these updates are crucial for ensuring the health of Australians. As health practitioners, we are accountable for familiarising ourselves with these changes so we can provide…
The year may be winding down, but the Australian College of Nursing (ACN) isn’t slowing down! From a unique opportunity to meet our innovative CEO to scholarships for emerging policy leaders, there are plenty of exciting things on offer again this month. Whether you’re looking to upskill, engage with peers, or gain new insights, we’ve…
The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is calling for significant changes to Australia’s model of primary healthcare delivery to reflect the changing healthcare needs of an ageing population and supply issues affecting sections of the health workforce. In its submission to the Unleashing the Potential of our Health Workforce Review (the Cormack Review), ACN provides…
The First Nations Faculty of the Australian College of Nursing (ACN) acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands and waterways where we all work and live. The Referendum was a devastating result for many peoples across Australia. For many First Nations people, this continues to be a difficult period as, overwhelmingly, First Nations Peoples supported…
View Fullscreen More resources Policy Paper Nursing leadership in emissions reduction guiding principles 7 February 2022 White Paper Nurses are essential in health and aged care reform 1 January 2016 Position Statement Nurses, genomics and clinical practice 8 December 2020 Budget Submission ACN’s 2024-2025 Pre-Budget Submission 10 March 2024 Submission National nursing workforce 19 December…
This unit of study explores the notion of advanced nursing practice within the context of the health care system, the clinical practice domain and the nursing profession.
View Fullscreen More resources Policy Paper Nursing leadership in emissions reduction guiding principles 7 February 2022 White Paper Nurses are essential in health and aged care reform 1 January 2016 Position Statement Nurses, genomics and clinical practice 8 December 2020 Budget Submission ACN’s 2024-2025 Pre-Budget Submission 10 March 2024 Submission National nursing workforce 19 December…