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Synopsis
This conference will give midwives the opportunities to grow and develop their knowledge and skill to improve the outcomes for our birthing families.
Midwifery practice is increasingly complex due to the demands of the organisations they work for, community expectations, expanding social implications, and rising clinical complexities. The broad range of topics provided at this conference will assist the midwife in their day-to-day practice.
who is this conference for?
This conference is for all Midwifery professionals who want to explore the challenges facing Midwives today and how we can still work together to improve outcomes for our birthing families.
Learning Outcomes
At this conference you will:
- Gain an understanding of challenges facing midwives today across the country
- Explore how we as individual midwives can still make a difference
- Review current literature and use this to guide best practice
- Investigate ways to challenge the status quo to improve the birth experience for our Birthing families
you will also Learn
- Mental health in midwifery practice
- Modern life impacts on the birthing woman’s mental health and the mental health of midwives themselves
- Modern parent without historical support systems
- Increasing demands of complex patients
- Workloads, skill mix and a pandemic
- How the environment women birth their babies in impacts on the birth process and a woman’s perspective on their experiences
- Supporting Junior midwives
- Breastfeeding assessment
- The anatomy and physiology of both the perineum and anterior compartment, how to protect them, and long term effects if injuries do occur
- Self-care, reflect and switch off after that busy shift at work
Not your typical Nursing CPD Conference
Our Presenter:
Sue Lawton
BNSc, Grad Dip Mid, Cert IV TAE, IBCLC
Sue is the Midwifery Educator and a Lactation Consultant at Townsville University Hospital and is the Chair of the Statewide Midwifery Educators Group in Queensland. She has worked in the field of midwifery for over 20 years and brings experience across the pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal continuum having worked in the public and private sectors, rural and city.
Sue formed the Queensland Maternity Educators Group in 2020 with the aim of working together and sharing resources across Queensland and trying to standardise education across the state. Her passion is to give midwives the opportunities to grow and develop, which allows them to be the best midwife they can be to improve the outcomes for our birthing families.
Conference Program:
The program content is provided by an expert Educator 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.
The Nurses for Nurses Network combines great education with fabulous travel adventures. We have taken a holistic approach to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to ensure you get the most out of your education-travel experience.
In the spirit of adult learning, the Conference is delivered in two formats. The live presentations delivered in the Conference Room and there is the online library which is open one month prior to the actual Conference dates. The library is an essential component of the entire Conference program.
The library consists of Conference material supplied by the Presenter/s which can include any of the following:
- Research documents
- Links to external information
- Recorded Conference presentations
- Electronic Notepads
The research documents and recorded Conference presentation form part of the Continuing Professional Development activities but are delivered to you prior to the commencement date so that you can start your Conference Program early. If you choose not to undertake these activities prior, there is a two week window post the Conference where the library remains open to you. You can also undertake the library activities during the actual Conference.
Below is a snapshot of the Conference Program.
Day one: 15 Oct 2022 | Seattle
Evening: Enjoy this opportunity to mingle with the other attendees at the complimentary drinks and Conference Registration function.
Day two: 16 Oct 2022 | at sea | Conference Day
This is a full Conference day. Topics covered today:
- Mental Health in Midwifery & the complexities of modern times
- The Birthing Environment
Day three: 17 Oct 2022 | Juneau
Explore at your leisure
Juneau’s lively downtown is compact, easy to navigate on foot and always a favourite with visitors and has many things to see within walking distance of the ship.
Topics covered today:
- Supporting our Junior Midwives
Day four: 18 Oct 2022 | Skagway
Explore at your leisure
Today Skagway survives almost entirely on tourism, as bus tours and more than 400 cruise ships a year turn this small town into a boomtown again every summer.
Day five: 19 Oct 2022 | Glacier Bay
Grab a great seat
With its spectacular glaciers and abundance of marine wildlife, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve has become the crown jewel in the itinerary of many cruise-ship and independent travellers.
Topics covered today:
- Breastfeeding Assessment – It’s more than just the latch
Day six: 20 Oct 2022 | Ketchikan
This morning explore that amazing town of Ketchikan.
Set at the bottom of Alaska’s famed Inside Passage, this gorgeous town is the Salmon Capital of the World. While in port take the opportunity to check out the feisty salmon, idyllic scenery, and an incredibly rich Alaska Native culture.
Topics covered today:
- The Perineum and the Anterior Compartment
Day Seven: 21 Oct 2022 | Victoria, British Colombia | conference day
Topics covered today:
- Midwifery Education & Keeping Up with the Times
- The Importance of You
Evening: Tonight we say our final goodbyes to new friends as we enjoy a farewell function.
This evening explore Victoria Canada
This evening you can roam the spacious lawns of stunning Butchart Gardens with its exotic flora, unusual topiary and exquisite fountains.
Day eight: 22 Oct May 2022 | Seattle
CONFERENCE GOVERNANCE
The Governance oversight for the content of this Conference program and the issuing of the associated CPD Certificate is provided by the Nursing CPD Institute (NCI). NCI is committed to providing high quality, clinically relevant education for Nurses.
Our affiliation with ACN provides you with the opportunity to grow your career and tap into your individual potential.
The Venue:
Norwegian Bliss
Custom-built for the spectacular, Norwegian Bliss features a revolutionary Observation Lounge for you to soak in every stunning moment, from bald eagles soaring over glaciers to dolphins splashing through warm turquoise waters. Come aboard and experience the best dining, entertainment, and amenities at sea against a backdrop of unrivalled natural beauty. Whether you choose to go tropical or a little wild, there’s one word to describe the experiences awaiting you on Norwegian’s newest ship: Bliss.
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Relax in a lively style and smart sophistication. Our modern inside staterooms are highlighted with appointments like a TV, sitting area and more.
All you have to do is unpack and relax. Your room steward will clean and tidy your room every day all you need to do is get dressed, grab your bag and start your adventure.
Dining Options
Serving a wide variety of culinary delights to please every palate, our complimentary dining options include three main dining rooms, a help-yourself buffet and a variety of casual cafés, grills and on-the-go choices. Plus, our Main Dining Rooms offer a menu that changes daily, Chef’s Signature Dishes and carefully selected wine recommendations, guaranteeing a different culinary adventure with every visit.
Relax and unwind
Enjoy some much-needed relaxation – When you want some “me” time, look no further than Mandara Spa®. Relax with a hot-stone massage, one of over 50 specialty treatments offered. At our onboard spas, treatments range from the classic to the luxurious. Let our pampering professionals soothe and rejuvenate you with facials, massages, acupuncture and a full menu of services.
take in a stage show
When it comes to the entertainment on our newest ships, you won’t believe your eyes or even your ears. Bask in the bright lights of Broadway with performances like Burn the Floor and Million Dollar Quartet. Or tickle your funny bone with hilarious comedic performances.
CPD Conference Partner
Education at Sea
Education at Sea is an Australian business founded by experienced Nurses who wanted to offer a better alternative for CPD education for their fellow Nurses.
Cruise your way
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We asked attendees – ” How would you describe a CPD travel experience to a colleague? This is what they said:
Great opportunity to update nursing knowledge and earn CPD hours whilst discovering new places in the world and interacting with other nursing professionals from around Australia.
This was my first CPD Travel, and I would definitely do more. The conference content was excellent. It was a good balance of CPD and relax time. Opportunity to gain a large amount of knowledge in a short space of time.
I would tell another nurse how easy it is to build the CPD points and meet some amazing people along the way. I really enjoy how easy to go to the conference and have everything all there like accommodation and food.
Costs & Inclusions
- An extensive Conference program based on current best practice
- Education content that meets the same exacting standards as anything offered in an Australian land-based program
- Conference Presenter who is a recognised expert in their field and is excited to be able to share their skill, knowledge, and passion with Conference Attendees
- An online Conference library filled to the brim with educational content that allows you to create your own learning experience by completing pre-conference education activities
- A Registration Reception including complimentary drinks where you can meet other Conference Attendees and network with Conference Convenors and Conference Presenter/s
- A Conference pack that includes a notepad, pen, lanyard (this is important on a cruise ship to attach your room key which becomes your lifeline on a ship) and additional information to support a fantastic Conference experience
- The opportunity to meet as a group in various Conference open forums, in one of the many fabulous locations on the ship
- A complimentary Farewell Drinks and Canapes Function held on the last night of the Conference to celebrate new friendships and information gained
- A Conference Transcript that identifies each session held at the Conference including the session synopsis and session presenter/s
- A Certificate of Completion identifying the CPD hours attached to the Conference Program for you to include in your CPD Evidence Portfolio
Registration Cost
$1,090.00
Once you have paid your deposit, your registration is confirmed and you can start planning your Conference getaway.
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