School Nurses Handbook
APNA developed this handbook to support school nurses. It serves as a comprehensive tool, guiding them in best practice guidelines, evidence-based practices and providing essential resources.
What you need to know about COVID-19
APNA is here to support you through the COVID-19 pandemic, please find important information below.
If you have specific questions please contact the APNA Nurse Support Line - nursesupport@apna.asn.au or 1300 303 184
Key information
Quick links
- Infographics for MBS items
- National information
- Aged Care Information
- State and Territory information
- Education and training
- Additional resources
- Global information
Nursing Australia Podcast
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Episode 6 - COVID-19 vaccine rollout preparation Episode 7 - Keeping you in the know Episode 9 - Looking to the future |
Infographics for COVID-19 vaccination MBS items
National information
Coronavirus national hotline: 1800 020 080
Respiratory and Eye Protection for Health Care Workers (August 2021)
Pulmonary Function Testing during SARS-CoV-2 Outbreaks: Preliminary Guidance from TSANZ/ANZSRS - January 2022 2364 (thoracic.org.au)
Safe workplaces COVID-19 - Safe Work Australia
Aged Care Information
Also check your relevent state or territory information
Preparing for your booster clinic - resources RACF
COVID-19 vaccine aged care readiness toolkit - Information to assist residential aged care providers plan for the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out (Febuary 2021)
State and Territory Information
COVID-19 education and training
Additional resources
The new COVID-19 vaccines and cancer page includes links to key resources to inform and support people affected by cancer
The Covid-19 Vaccine communication Handbook - A practical guide for improving vaccine communication& fighting misinformation
Free COVID-19 workplace posters - Developed by APNA for displaying in waiting rooms and workplaces
Making the most of the nurse role during COVID - Developed by APNA, AAPM, RACGP, and ACRRM
Global resources
Professional Indemnity Insurance
You can add APNA-Member Professional Indemnity Insurance to your membership, when you join APNA.