Country SA PHN is assisting the Federal Government to deliver a General Practice Grants Program to country South Australian practices that will help our rural and remote communities access quality primary health care.
The $220 million Strengthening Medicare – General Practice (GP) Grants Program allows eligible General Practices and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services to expand patient access and improve services. A one-off grant of either $25,000, $35,000 or $50,000 will be available to participating practices. Read more...
Country SA PHN commissions a variety of Aged Care programs across country SA. Do you know what Aged Care programs are in your region. To find out more click here.
Rural Health Innovation Fund (RHIF)
The RHIF's first round of grants has been open now for three weeks, it’s an exciting time as people contact our RHIF Coordinator to find out more about the grants and consider submitting their proposals. People are thrilled and excited by what RHIF has to offer, positively impacting the lives of country South Australians now and into the future! Applications Close Monday 29 May 2023. Read more...
National Palliative Care Week
This May offers a key moment of reflection for all Australians. Moonshine Agency are taking the opportunity to release an inspiring film during Palliative Care Week, “Live the life you please”. This film-led social impact campaign will change the way you think about the last chapter of life. Want to host your own screening? Send an email to events@moonshine.agency to express your interest.
GoShare Healthcare Update – NEW Bundle Release
The Greater Choice for at Home Palliative Care Team have been working with the Primary Care & Digital Support Team and Healthily, bringing to life two ‘soon to be released’ GoShare bundles to be added to our existing suite of resources. Read More...
Aboriginal-specific STI & BBV resources for regional and rural SA
SHINE SA and Aboriginal Health Council of South Australia have produced a series of STI & BBV resources designed for Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services. These resources are also available to regional and rural health workers and educators in South Australia who focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. Read more...
HealthPathways SA - Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia
HealthPathways SA’s new Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia pathway clearly sets out current best practice for managing symptoms, highlights specific useful resources for practitioners and patients, and links to referral pages that detail local services and secondary care options. Read more...
Provider Connect Australia’s national rollout Stage
Provider Connect Australia national rollout stage 1.2 has commenced. This is opened to practices registered in VCF Connect, they are able to take part in the priority rollout of Provider Connect Australia (PCA) this will ensure your practice will have access to the best available tools for publishing information about your vaccines (and other) services during the winter season, before it is opened to the wider General Practice community. Read more...
COVID-19 Aged Care Worker Leave Payment Grants
A new grant will be available from 1 July 2023 to support permanent or casual aged care workers caring for older Australians most at risk of severe illness. Australian Government funded residential aged care and home care providers will be able to apply for a reimbursement of up to $750 per week for payments they have made (from 1 April 2023) to permanent or casual employees that have no personal or sick leave entitlements available and need to take leave because they have tested positive to COVID-19. Read more...
Head to Health Phoneline
You can make a free call to Head to Health on 1800 595 212 for advice and connection to the local mental health service or support that is right for you. The Head to Health Phone Service is available Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm (except public holidays). Read more...
CSIRO Risk of Hospitalisation CAT Report
The Report is an all-new Clinical Audit Tool (CAT) capability, which may determine the probability that a patient will make an unplanned hospital visit within 12-months. Read more...
The new my health app is now live
Now it is easier for patients to keep track of their health information and share it with their healthcare providers, using the new my health app. The app gives patients secure, convenient access to their My Health Record information on their mobile device. Read more...
GoShare – Heart Week
1 – 7 May 2023 is Heart Week and the perfect opportunity to register with GoShare to utilise free SMS messages to recall and support patients with heart health messages. Once registered, Healthily will organise training for practice staff on how to identify the patients through your PenCAT data which takes approximately 15 minutes. Register here.
eReferrals coming to SA Health
A single electronic referral (eReferral) system is being established across all of SA Health. The Statewide eReferrals Program, being rolled out by Digital Health SA, will enable GPs to digitally send referral forms to outpatient clinics, replacing the use of faxes and letters. Read more... Clinical Prioritisation Criteria (CPC) – the criteria used to guide referrals – will be incorporated into the program, which will give health professionals consistent and accurate information. Read More...
Difficult conversations with patients about vaccines
With the flu season fast approaching, it is important to ensure that you and your practice team are equipped to have difficult conversations with patients about vaccines if and when they arise. Links to helpful resources for health professionals to assist discussion:
New smoking cessation resources available for Primary Health Care Nurses
New online training and resources specifically for primary health care nurses are available from Quit Centre. Read more...
Change of methodology – Cystic Fibrosis (CF) genetic testing
Effective 17 April, SA Pathology has updated the platform used for CF genetic testing to the rhAmpSeq. Read more...
Initial Assessment and Referral
The Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) is an initiative of the Commonwealth on establishing effective systems for the initial assessment and referral of individuals presenting with mental health conditions in primary health care settings. Read more...
Offering bowel cancer screening to your patients just got easier
Encouraging your patients aged 50 to 74 to screen for bowel cancer just got easier, with the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program now enabling healthcare providers to bulk order program kits and issue them to eligible patients.
Expanded criteria for COVID-19 oral antiviral treatments
From 1 April 2023, the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) eligibility criteria for the COVID-19 oral antiviral treatment nirmatrelvir and ritonavir (Paxlovid®) has been expanded so that Australians aged 60 to 69 with only one risk factor for severe illness (instead of two) can access treatment. Read more...
Service Finder takes over the role of Vaccine Clinic Finder
The Vaccine Clinic Finder (VCF) website is no longer operational. All COVID-19 vaccination services previously listed on the VCF are now available on the new and improved Service Finder directory in healthdirect.
Practice Preparation for potential clinical emergencies – CPR requirements
RACGP have made some important updates to the Standards for general practices (5th edition) in February, reflecting the expectation that practices need to be prepared for potential clinical emergencies. The updates included a change from cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to basic life support (BLS) training for all practice staff. Read more...
The National Rural and Remote Nursing Generalist Framework 2023-2027
The intent of the National Rural and Remote Nursing Generalist Framework 2023–2027 is to describe this unique context of practice and core capabilities for rural and remote RN practice. Read more...
Open Door Health - GP and Allied Health Positions
Open Door Health in Mount Gambier is seeking General Practitioners and Allied Health Professionals (Physiotherapist, Dietician, Podiatrist, Psychologist, Speech Therapist) to support strong patient demand at their medical centre. Read more...
Living Well with Dr. Wilson - GP and Health Professional Positions
The Living Well with Dr. Wilson practice is looking for a GP and Health Professional to join their clinic. Standard consulting hours are Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm. You will have the opportunity to negotiate a schedule that works for you. Read more...
Doctors on Norrie - GP Position
Doctors on Norrie is looking for a Full time VR or non-VR General Practitioner to join their team. Based in Whyalla, they pride themselves in being a family orientated, bulk billing practice with accreditation through AGPAL. Standard work hours include 10 sessions per week. Monday – Friday 9am til 5pm. Read more...
For more professional development opportunities go to www.countrysaphn.com.au
EMET Cardiac Emergencies - Jamestown
Wednesday 3 May 2023, 10.00am - 5.15pm
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EMET Cardiac Emergencies - Orroroo
Thursday 4 May 2023, 9.00am - 12.00pm
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EMET Cardiac Emergencies - Peterborough
Thursday 4 May 2023, 1.30pm - 4.30pm|
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Mental Health Education for Allied Health Professionals, Nurses and Midwives - Port Augusta
Thursday 18 May 2023, 7.00pm - 9.00pm
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RACGP’s Practice Owners National Conference - Adelaide
Saturday 20 May to Sunday 21 May 2023
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TOO HOT TO TOUCH Burns management in rural regions - Ceduna
Tuesday 23 May 2023, 6.00pm - 8.30pm
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Mental Health Education for Allied Health Professionals, Nurses and Midwives - Port Lincoln
Thursday 1 June 2023, 7.00pm - 9.00pm
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SAVE THE DATE - APNA's Festival of Nursing PHN Forum
Thusday 27 July 2023
Registration details will be available soon
Introduction to Chronic Disease Management - Adelaide
Thursday 31 August 2023, 9.00am - 4.00pm
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Perinatal Mental Health Conference 2023 - Adelaide
Thursday 7 September to Saturday 9 September 2023
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2023 Oceanic Palliative Care Conference - Sydney
Wednesday 13 September to Friday 15 September 2023
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Understanding your heart health with the Heart Foundation and My Health Record
Thursday 4 May 2023, 1.00pm - 2.00pm (AEST)
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Talking About Suicide in General Practice
Friday 5 May 2023, 9.00am - 12.00pm AEST
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SAVE THE DATE - Electronic Prescribing
Country SA PHN along with Australian Digital Health Agency will be hosting a webinar for GPs, Pharmacist, Practice Nurse and Practice Staff.
Wednesday 31 May 2023, 6.30pm.
Registration details will be available soon
Digital Health Webinars
As part of the Australian Digital Health Agency’s
Consumer Digital Health Literacy program, they are offering webinars to consumers on a range of digital health topics.
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AHRG Education and Training Scheme
Grant applications now open!
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Supporting alcohol-free pregnancy and safe breastfeeding
The course is case based and includes video and self-paced online learning modules.
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Calling General Practices to Participate in the Activating Primary Care COPD Patients with Multimorbidity (APCOM) Trial
The trial aims to improve the quality of life of patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and other chronic health conditions through an innovative practice nurse-led, tailored self-management program in Australian general practice. Read more...
