The Northern District School of Nursing in Victoria, Australia Graduates Association: This document is a letter from the Post Graduates Association President Joan O'Shea outlining efforts to preserve the Northern District School of Nursing (NDSN) memorabilia and proposing the establishment of a museum at Lister House. Cataloguing and recording of all NDSN memorabilia has begun.Various organizations and individuals have been contacted to support preservation.The importance of NDSN in nursing history is emphasized, highlighting the need for preservation for future generations and researchers. Inventory of equipment is completed; cataloguing is ongoing. All records (student files, correspondence, minute books) should be kept intact and organized. Proper storage and insurance are necessary to prevent deterioration. A suitable display area is needed, with regular updates as per museum standards. Bendigo currently lacks a museum; converting Lister House would provide a permanent home for NDSN memorabilia and other local artifacts. Lister House's central location makes it a practical choice.The Association has contacted the Bendigo City Council for feedback on this proposal. Temporary storage has been offered, but a permanent solution is urgently needed to prevent loss or damage. There is concern about the memorabilia being split up or placed in inaccessible archives. The Association, comprised of trained nurses without curatorial expertise, seeks assistance and support for the museum proposal.They request an opportunity to discuss the matter with the Committee of Management.Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - History and Archives - Letter from Joan O'Shea (President) to Mr Humhreys or Mr McKean re Lister House as a possible museum This item contains the following document: 3792.8a Letter from Joan O'Shea (President) to Mr Humhreys or Mr McKean re Lister House as a possible museum - 2 typed sheetsnurse training, lister house, history, joan o'shea

The Northern District School of Nursing in Victoria, Australia Graduates Association: History of the School Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities existed both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met.Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - Combistik Urine Test strips - instruction booklet - 4 pages by the Ames Compant 65 Queens Road Melbourne This item contains the following document: 3792.11a Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - Combistik Urine Test strips - coloured instruction booklet Here are the key points from the document on Combistix urine test strips: Clinical Importance of UrinalysisUrinalysis is often underestimated but provides valuable diagnostic information.Simple to perform, yet highly informative for detecting urinary and metabolic conditions.Combistix is a combination test strip that rapidly screens for glucose, protein, and pH in urine. The test requires only one dip and 10 seconds to deliver three results, with no need for urine pre-treatment. Suitable for routine hospital urinalysis and large-scale screening, even by non-specialists due to its simplicity. Helps optimize laboratory workflow by allowing ancillary staff to perform basic tests, freeing technologists for more complex tasks. Useful for diagnosing and managing urinary tract infections, metabolic conditions, and monitoring therapy (e.g., sulphonamide therapy, chemotherapy for genito-urinary infections). Glucose: Essential for diabetes screening and management; Combistix is specific for glucose and does not react to lactose, making it reliable during pregnancy. Proteinuria is a key indicator of renal abnormalities, vascular disease, or pre-eclampsia. Its absence is reassuring. The test is sensitive and can be performed accurately by inexperienced users. The strip has three color-coded, reagent-impregnated areas separated by barriers for clear results.Simple procedure: dip, wait 10 seconds, and compare colors to a chart. Packaged in air-tight bottles of 100 strips, available through standard medical supply channels. Combistix offers a fast, reliable, and easy-to-use method for routine urine screening, supporting both clinical diagnosis and efficient laboratory operations.nurse training, lister house, ames company, combistix

The Northern District School of Nursing in Victoria, Australia Graduates Association: History of the School Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities existed both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met.Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - Roster list of nurses staff members - 1 typed page This item contains the following document: 3792.12a This document is a roster listing nursing staff members who participated in Staff Nurse Courses (1 to 6). The document serves as a record of individuals enrolled in or associated with a nursing course, likely for training or employment purposes.nurse training, lister house, nursing staff

The Northern District School of Nursing in Victoria, Australia Graduates Association: History of the School Managed by a committee including hospital administrators, medical professionals, and nursing leaders from several regional hospitals. Associated with major hospitals in the Northern District, including Bendigo Base, Mildura Base, Castlemaine, Echuca, Swan Hill, St. Arnaud, and Kyneton District Hospitals. Provide high-quality theoretical and practical nursing training. Raise the standard of nursing education in the region. Maintain the highest principles of nursing practice. Applicants must be at least 17 years old and hold a Proficiency Certificate or higher educational qualification. Application involves submitting forms, certificates, an interview, an aptitude test, and a medical examination. A three-month probationary period follows initial acceptance. Preliminary Training School: Four-week introductory course covering basic nursing, anatomy, hygiene, and practical skills. Practical experience in various hospital departments, guided by senior staff. Study Block Plan: Includes several blocks of theoretical and practical instruction throughout the three-year program. Regular school exams and two state exams (First Professional and Final State) are required for progression and graduation. Nurses work a 40-hour week with at least one or two days off per week and three weeks of annual leave. Accommodation is provided in comfortable hostels with good facilities. Uniforms are supplied free; nurses provide their own shoes and stockings. Salaries and allowances are regulated, with deductions for board and free medical care. Additional Information Post-Graduate Opportunities. Senior positions require further experience and additional certificates (e.g., Midwifery, Infant Welfare).Diploma courses available in administration, teaching, and specialized nursing fields. Bursaries are available for advanced study.Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue roles in administration, teaching, ward and departmental leadership, district and visiting nursing, industrial and school nursing, and more. Opportunities existed both within hospitals and in community or specialized settings.FAQs and Practical Details. Minimal training costs (mainly exam fees and personal items).Living out allowances and travel expenses are covered. Four training intakes per year; waiting periods are short if qualifications are met.Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association - Certificate and Departure Letter for Alison Pieper who was on the staff March 1950 to July 1989 This item contains the following documents: 3792.13a Certificate of Appreciation for Alison Pieper who was on the staff March 1950 to July 1989 3792.13b Letter re future employment and package details (Contact the BHS for Details)nurse training, lister house, alison pieper