Through collaboration with several allied health services across the North West region of Tasmania, Paramedics have the opportunity to improve their knowledge of the comprehensive services available. Developing an understanding of the referral process will lead to better outcomes for patients. Implementing sound practices to identify and refer patients for the most appropriate services will enhance paramedic capabilities.

Sessions and speakers:

Respite Services/ACAT - presented by Audrey Loone, Registered Nurse and clinical nurse consultant discharge planner, Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT)

Drug and Alcohol – presented by Damian Collins, AOD Service Team Leader, and Nancy Thomas, Senior AOD Counsellor

Sexual Assault - presented by Marianne Johnson

CommRS - presented by Karen Pearce, Register Nurse (RN) and Nurse Unit Manager – Community Nursing (CommRS), and Lynn Simms, Registered Nurse (RN) and Clinical Nurse Specialist – Community Nursing (CommRS)

Please note: This event was run in Tasmania, but may be appropriate for viewers in other states