A short, practical webinar for nurses working in aged and residential care, focused on everyday infection prevention habits that protect residents and staff, and support respectful, consistent care for everyone.
We’ll cover standard precautions for blood and body fluids, what to do after a needlestick or splash, and simple communication approaches that protect privacy and dignity. It includes a lived experience presentation highlighting what respectful care can look like in aged care settings.
Date, Time, Platform:
- Date: Tuesday, 21st April 2026
- Time: 1:00 pm – 2:10 pm (AEST, UTC+10)
- Platform: Online – Zoom
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Presenters:
- Sonia Gunkel | Registered Nurse, Founder | Ommema Health
- Additional speakers TBC
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this course and its components, participants will be able to:
- Apply standard precautions consistently
- Respond appropriately to sharps and splash exposures
- Deliver respectful, confidentiality-safe care
Course Components:
- Attend 70 minute online webinar
- Post course survey
Recommended Resources:
CPD & Endorsement:
This activity may be suitable for self-claiming CPD hours with your professional body. A statement of attendance will be provided for full attendees.
Funding:
This activity is funded by Queensland Health.
Target Audience:
Ideal for RNs and ENs across residential aged care, home-style care, and mixed clinical teams.
For more information:
Please contact ASHM Education at [email protected] or call 0431 320 429.
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