Upcoming training courses
Verification of Expected Death
A 3.5 hour interactive workshop for Registered Nurses and Paramedics
This workshop will cover:
- Describe what is meant by expected and unexpected death
- Identify the clinical signs of death
- Conduct a clinical examination in order to verify that death has occurred
- Legal requirements and current guidelines
- Care After Death and preparing the body safely and respectfully including emotional support of loved ones
- Record keeping and the role of the Coroner
Where: Either at St Wilfrid’s Hospice, 1 Broadwater Way, Eastbourne BN22 9PZ or East Sussex College, Eastbourne Ecat House, Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne BN21 2UF, see individual dates for confirmation.
Cost: £46.50
Syringe Pump Training
A 3.5 hour training session for Registered Nurses and Registered Nurse Associates
The course will enable you to:
- Understand how the McKinley T34/ BD Bodyguard syringe pump works and the importance of safety functions
- State some of the reasons why someone may require a syringe pump
- Understand the benefits and risks of a syringe pump for the individual and those closest to them
- Professionals will know their professional responsibility and accountability when administering medication via a syringe pump
- Show how to set up a McKinley T34/ BD Bodyguard syringe pump for the first time and know how to renew it
When:
16th July - 9.30-13.00 Book here
Where: St Wilfrid’s Hospice, 1 Broadwater Way, Eastbourne BN22 9PZ (in the Hospice Education Suite)
Cost: £46.50
Urinary Catheter Care
A 3-hour practical workshop for care workers aimed at non-registered health and care workers who provide personal care.
The course will enable you to:
- Understand the different types and purpose of urinary catheters.
- Demonstrate safe and effective catheter daily care and maintenance techniques, including bag drainage and securement.
- Recognise the risks and signs of catheter-associated complications (e.g., infections) and take appropriate action.
Please note: this workshop does not include catheterisation itself
When: 15th December - 09.30-12.30 Book here
Where: East Sussex College, Eastbourne Ecat House, Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne BN21 2UF
Cost: £36.50
Hospice Awareness Days
We are now delivering Hospice Care Awareness Days for Health Professionals. The days provide an insight into the Hospice as well as Palliative and End of Life Care for Health Care Professionals and Students.
