APNA First Nations Nursing Advisory Group

The APNA First Nations Nursing Advisory Group (Advisory Group) is being established to help guide and inform APNA in ensuring that its programs are relevant and culturally safe for First Nations Nurses, their employers and other stakeholders.  

APNA is committed to diversity and inclusion. The Advisory Group will support APNA with valuable advice and guidance to meet the deliverables outlined in the APNA Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan 2024-2025.  

 

 

Opportunity

We are seeking up to eight (8) people from a diverse range of First Nations Nursing communities, including (where possible) representatives from across different geographical regions, workplace settings, employers of First Nations nurses (including student nurses), alongside key personnel from APNA. 

Pictured: Tahnia Ah-Kit, who successfully completed APNA's Transition to Practice Program. The Advisory Panel will guide APNA on how to increase participation of First Nations nurses like Tahnia in our programs.

About the role

The Advisory Group will:

• Provide informed advice on materials, programs and initiatives impacting First Nations Nurses to encourage engagement and participation in APNA programs. 
• Strengthen the voice of First Nations Nurses, their employers and stakeholders in APNA programs. 
• Ensure that program content and materials are culturally appropriate, safe, and trusted by First Nations Nurses, their employers, and stakeholders. 
• Generate new ideas and initiatives to encourage active participation and engagement of First Nations Nurses in APNA programs. 

 

More Details

• Please note that this is a paid position. Advisory Group members will be offered remuneration for their time. Payment will be on a per-meeting basis, with meetings expected to take 60-90 minutes. Payment will be $75 per meeting, with an additional $75 for preparation. 
• The Advisory Group will meet 4 - 6 times per year, with additional meetings scheduled as needed. 

 

Appointment to the Role

• Appointment to the APNA  Advisory Group will be undertaken via an application. APNA will review all applications and may invite shortlisted applicants for an interview. 
• Selected members will be offered a position and confirmed through agreement to the Terms of Reference.   

 

Expressions of Interest

Please send your Expression of Interest (EOI) by Thursday, 31st October, to cindy.davenport@apna.asn.au.

It is expected that positions will be finalised in time for the first meeting in November 2024. 

For Nurses

Download EOI information for nurses.

Please outline in your email why you feel you would be of value to the APNA Advisory Group and include:

• Your CV or a one-page outline including your nursing qualifications and primary health care work experience (current and past).  
• Any experience you have in an advisory capacity. Experience with First Nations advisory committees will be favourably regarded.
• Anything else relevant and that you would like APNA to consider in assessment of your application.  
• Your availability, including best days and times (including evenings). 
   

For Employers

Download EOI information for employers.

Please outline in your email why you feel you would be of value to the APNA First Nations Nursing Advisory Group and include:

• A one-page outline including your primary health care organisation’s experience with employing First Nations Nurses. 
• Your role and involvement within your organisation. 
• Any experience you have in an advisory capacity. Experience with First Nations advisory committees will be favourably regarded. 
• What you can offer and contribute to this Advisory Group.  
• Anything else relevant that you would like APNA to know and understand in its consideration for the role. 
• Your availability, including best days and times (including evenings). 

 

Contact Information

For further information please contact either Cindy or Deborah.

Cindy Davenport
Nurse Education Officer    
APNA Health Care Solutions
E: cindy.davenport@apna.asn.au
P: 1300 303 184    

Deborah Kerz  
Program Solutions Officer
APNA Health Care Solutions
E: deborah.kerz@apna.asn.au
P: 1300 303 184    

 

Pictured: Student nurse taking part in the National Nursing Clinical Placement Program at Mala'la Health Service Aboriginal Corporation in Maningrida, NT