The role of nurses in chronic disease prevention and management in rural and remote areas

The role of nurses in chronic disease prevention and management in rural and remote areas

Overview The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) emphasises nurses’ pivotal role in preventing and managing chronic diseases for optimal health outcomes, especially in rural and remote communities where they often serve as the primary healthcare provider. There are many opportunities for nurses to play a greater role in chronic disease prevention and management in rural…

Policy Paper

Improving health outcomes in rural and remote Australia: Optimising the contribution of nurses

View Fullscreen More resources Position Statement Palliative and end-of-life care in aged care: A response to the findings of the Royal Commission into aged care quality and safety 1 October 2021 Budget Submission ACN’s 2023-2024 Pre-Budget Submission 25 January 2023 Submission Diabetes inquiry 1 August 2023 Policy Paper Nursing leadership in diversity and inclusion guiding…