CONFERENCE SYNOPSIS:

Public health isn’t just essential; it’s the cornerstone of a thriving society. Discover how it prevents disease, promotes health, addresses health disparities, and protects communities from a wide range of threats. It contributes to the overall quality of life and the prosperity of societies by fostering a healthier and more resilient population.

This conference is your opportunity to delve into the latest trends and strategies that contribute to fostering a healthier and more resilient population.

Elevate your expertise! This conference offers nurses an exclusive opportunity to acquire valuable insights, hone essential skills, and gain fresh perspectives. Unleash the potential to deliver high-quality care both within hospital walls and out in the community, making a lasting impact on individual and community well-being.

Pack your curiosity because you can choose to go on an exclusive tour of hospitals in Rabaul and Alotau, plus a visit to the Health Centre on Kiriwina Island! Witness firsthand how public health initiatives unfold against the backdrop of swaying palms and turquoise waters. It’s not just a visit; it’s a delightful exploration of innovative healthcare practices in this fabulous place.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

At this conference you will:

• Explore the concept of public health and how it fits into the overall health care system
• Gain an understanding of the key determinants of health and cross reference these to your own community
• Review the major strategies for public health interventions
• Compare and contrast how your geographical location impacts health outcomes of individuals and communities

YOU WILL ALSO LEARN:

• The history of Australia’s influence in Papua New Guinea
• Daily Life and Social Customs of Papua New Guinea
• The Health Care System in PNG
• About our past visits to Alotau and Rabaul Hospitals – what to expect
• The historical development of public health and why public health is so important
• Our Health Care System – where does public health fit in?
• The determinants of health
• Public Health Interventions – defining the major strategies
• About Immunisation – vaccine preventable diseases
• The global burden of tuberculosis
• The Human Health Impacts of Climate Change
• Antimicrobial Stewardship – The Global Challenge of Antimicrobial Resistance
• Travel Health – Vaccination
• Malaria – a disease of concern
• The Global Picture of Mental Health – Suicide
• Communicable Diseases of Global Concern

Our Presenter:

SUE WALKER
RN, BN, BN (ADMIN), MPHC (PALCARE), MACN

Sue is the director and co-founder of the Nurses for Nurses Network. Sue is a key contributor to the online education platform Nursing CPD – a Continuing Professional Development platform to assist Nurses in meeting their annual CPD requirements.

As a Registered Nurse, Sue holds Degrees in both Nursing and Health Administration, a Master’s Degree in Public Health, as well as a number of certificate courses in Psychiatry of Ageing, Gerontology, Chemotherapy Administration, and Training and Assessment. She is also an Accredited Mental Health First Aid Trainer, Mindfulness Practitioner, and Clinical Supervisor.

Sue has extensive experience as a clinician, educator, and senior manager. She has presented at local and international conferences on many topics including, key issues in healthcare, such as the psychological impact of the work that Nurses do and how the work requirements to deliver healthcare impact the health of the clinician. Other topics presented comprise of Nursing Leadership,
Emergency Management, Mental health, Aged Care, Advanced Life Support, Assertiveness, Grief and Loss, and Workplace Bullying.

Sue is passionate about making a difference in how the community and Nurses experience the healthcare system.

“Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare system and work in difficult environments that can take advantage of their commitment to ensuring the best possible care is delivered. To continue to meet professional and community expectations Nurses and Midwives need to acknowledge their unique contribution to health care delivery and assert their collective strength to safeguard the community and ensure their ongoing professional needs are recognised and met.

Healthcare should be delivered by competent, knowledgeable individuals to ensure the best possible experience for the recipient of that care. Nursing is a fabulous profession. The knowledge and skill of the individual Nurse will have the greatest influence on the happiness and health outcomes of each and every client”.

JASON DAWSON
R.N., BACH NURSING

Jason Dawson is a Registered Nurse from the Gold Coast Queensland. Whilst studying his bachelor of Nursing at Southern Cross University he developed an interest in mental health and has been working in this field of nursing since completing his studies in 2008.

In this time, Jason has undertaken varied roles including Acute Inpatient Nursing, Community Nursing, clinical facilitating and Nurse Unit Manager positions. In 2012, Jason combined his passion for nursing with his love of travel and founded CPD Cruise Pty Ltd with the view to providing Nurses the opportunity to update and improve their skills in diverse and unique locations.

The Cruise Ship: Carnival Luminosa

Carnival Luminosa is new to the Carnival fleet and has been adapted to offer passenger favorites and signature Carnival experiences across dining, bars and entertainment such as Playlist Productions, The Punchliner Comedy Club, Limelight Lounge, Piano Bar 88, Alchemy Bar, RedFrog Rum Bar, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse, Chef’s Table, Bonsai Sushi Express and Seaday Brunch.

The ship’s spa has been transformed into the line’s traditional Cloud 9 spa — which will also offer a dedicated stateroom category — and one of the pool decks has been reconfigured as Carnival’s Serenity adult-only retreat.

Carnival Luminosa has 1,130 cabins and suites, which range in size from 150 square feet to 645 square feet. A total of 662 staterooms and 106 suites have balconies. Cloud 9 passengers can choose from inside, balcony cabins and suites which come with perks including unlimited use of thermal suites, priority spa reservations and discounts during port days and two complimentary fitness classes. Benefits for suite passengers include priority check-in and express boarding, guaranteed dining times and complimentary laundry.

The Program:

The program content is provided by expert Nurse Educators with extensive clinical and education experience. The education content provided in this program meets the same exacting standards as anything offered in an Australian land-based program.

No matter what conference you attend you always need accommodation a cruise ship provides a great all-inclusive* accommodation option to enhance your Conference experience.

Education at Sea and The Nurses for Nurses Network combine great education with fabulous travel adventures. We have taken a holistic approach to Nursing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to ensure you get the most out of your education-travel experience.

The Online Library

The Library has been created so that you have access to some of the Conference content prior to our sail date. The documents, including self-directed activities and webinars, from our Conference Presenter, are provided so that you can create your own conference experience and access information and sessions of interest prior to the commencement of the Conference program.

Disclaimer: Sessions are correct at time of publication. Sessions are subject to change without notice due to circumstances beyond the control of the organisers. NFNN and EAS reserves the right to alter charges, cancel, postpone, change or withdraw the product or service at any time.