The Breast Care Nurse Practicum
The Breast Care Nurse Practicum (BCNP) is an initiative of the NSW Breast Cancer Institute (NSWBCI) in collaboration with The College of Nursing. The BCNP program incorporates the Specialist Breast Nurse Competency Standards recommended by the National Breast Cancer Centre 2005.
The NSWBCI uses a multidisciplinary approach to decision making, support and care, implemented through partnerships with relevant specialists, individuals and organisations.
The clinical program is conducted over one-week at the NSWBCI to provide registered nurses who are caring for women with breast cancer access to multi-specialty health professionals, information and state of the art coordinated care. Participants are provided with a study workbook, resources and a certificate of attendance.
The practicum provides professional development for breast care nurses or the specialist breast nurse.
Program outlines
• Diagnostic and assessment procedures
• Patient centred, multidisciplinary approach to treatment, care and support
• Attendance at patient clinics and specific treatments (XRT, surgery, chemotherapy)
• Care coordination of patients with specific conditions such as seromas, lymphoedema, wounds and ongoing treatments
• Role of the Specialist Breast Nurse and the 5 Domains of Practice
• Assessment and treatment of Oncological emergencies
Target audience: all Australian registered nurses who are caring for women or men diagnosed with breast cancer.
Pre-requisite:
It is expected that students will have successfully completed The College of Nursing course Breast Cancers 112 (or equivalent) of their postgraduate studies or can demonstrate sufficient clinical experience in breast care nursing.
Course Dates
12 – 16 May 2008
21 – 25 July 2008
13 – 17 October 2008
Venue
NSW Breast Cancer Institute, Westmead
Rural and remote nurses may apply to the NSWBCI for a scholarship to assist with transport and accommodation costs.
Course Fee
Nil fees apply. This program is fully funded by Cancer Australia.
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