Rural, Regional and Remote Nurses and Midwives Professional Development Conference

May 8, 2025 (9:00 am - 5:00 pm)
May 8, 2025 (9:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Location: Charles Sturt University, Orange Campus - 346 Leeds Parade, Orange NSW 2800
CPD Hours: 7
Cost: Members $50, Non-members $100, Nursing and Midwifery Undergraduate Students $25, lunch and refreshments provided

In partnership with the NSWNMA and Charles Sturt University, we are excited to host the next Rural, Regional and Remote Nurses and Midwives Professional Development Conference in Orange.

This conference aims to bring together nurses and midwives from across Australia. The program will feature contributions from industry leaders and researchers, showcasing innovative practices implemented in rural, regional, and remote areas.

Keynote: Torie Finnane Foundation

The Torie Finnane Foundation (TFF) endeavours to improve maternity services in regional New South Wales through the provision of professional development opportunities, and by assisting with the purchase of much needed equipment.

The program:

  • Digital Health: digitalisation and use of data, reporting and processes
  • Multi-Purpose Service Facilities: education and support for nurses
  • Access to Paediatric Services for Regional, Rural and Remote Communities: A case study of Warren’s successful fight to improve the health and wellbeing of local children
  • Building the Australian Midwifery Workforce: A summary of the recommendations from Midwifery Futures – the Australian Midwifery Workforce Project
  • The Nurse Practitioner Model of Care: role of Nurse Practitioners in improving holistic outcomes within a community
  • Mental Health Nursing: innovations and tools to use on the ground
  • Early career nursing support in mental health: well-being from a self-determination theory lens
  • Nurse and midwifery retention in rural and remote areas
  • Upskilling the regional nursing and midwifery workforce
  • Panel discussion featuring key industry leaders from Western NSW Local Health District and Ramsay Health
  • CPD Practical Session
  • Optional: Charles Sturt University campus simulation facilities tour

Plus: Networking opportunities with key industry health partners via the Industry Expo Hub, including: Western NSW Local Health District, Charles Sturt University, Ramsay Health and more!

This event will be held at Charles Sturt University, Orange Campus – 346 Leeds Parade, Orange NSW 2800.

REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 1 MAY.

Program subject to change.

A CPD Certificate will be provided to attendees at the end of the conference.

Please read the NSWNMA Education Cancellation, Refund and Catering Policy prior to registering for this conference.

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