The first post basic critical care nursing courses commenced at the Alfred in 1969, (Renal Intensive Care, Respiratory Intensive Care And Cardiac Nusring course) eah of 8 monts duration. In 1977 the renal and respiratory courses were combined into the Renal-Respiratory course of 52 weeks duration. The cardiac nursing course was also extended to 52 weeks. In 1984 the Critical Care Nursing Course was developed and commenced in 1985 (replacing the intensive care and cardiac nursing courses) The new course consisted of both a core component and majors in intensive care and cardiac nursingOf significance to AHNL as it was a post-basic nursing course undertaken at the Alfred HospitalBooklet with green cover. Title on frontnon-fictionAt lower left of front cover are two small white stickers. one with library ID, the other printed 'Alfred Hospital Library' Hand written in ink top right of title page is the previous catalogue number, at top left of this page is a printed library bar code. At bottom right of this page is an Alfred Hospital - Health Sciences library stamp detailing author, title Call no. Accession No, This has been overstamped 'cancelled' in redalfred hospital, nursing, critical care nursing, intensive care nursing, alfred hospital school of nursing

The first post basic critical care nursing courses commenced at the Alfred in 1969, (Renal Intensive Care, Respiratory Intensive Care And Cardiac Nusring course) eah of 8 monts duration. In 1977 the renal and respiratory courses were combined into the Renal-Respiratory course of 52 weeks duration. The cardiac nursing course was also extended to 52 weeks. In 1984 the Critical Care Nursing Course was developed and commenced in 1985 (replacing the intensive care and cardiac nursing courses) The new course consisted of both a core component and majors in intensive care and cardiac nursingOf significance to AHNL as it was a post-basic nursing course undertaken at the Alfred HospitalGlue bound booklet with green cover. Title printed on front cover [black ink]non-fictionAt top right of the front cover is a small rectangular white sticker on which the previous catalogue number is written [black ink]alfred hospital, nursing, critical care nursing, intensive care nursing, alfred hospital school of nursing

The first post basic critical care nursing courses commenced at the Alfred in 1969, (Renal Intensive Care, Respiratory Intensive Care And Cardiac Nusring course) eah of 8 monts duration. In 1977 the renal and respiratory courses were combined into the Renal-Respiratory course of 52 weeks duration. The cardiac nursing course was also extended to 52 weeks. In 1984 the Critical Care Nursing Course was developed and commenced in 1985 (replacing the intensive care and cardiac nursing courses) The new course consisted of both a core component and majors in intensive care and cardiac nursingOf significance to AHNL as it was a post-basic nursing course undertaken at the Alfred HospitalGlue bound booklet with light brown cover. Title printed on front cover [black ink]non-fictionAt top right of the front cover is a small rectangular white sticker on which the previous catalogue number is written [black ink]alfred hospital, nursing, critical care nursing, intensive care nursing, alfred hospital school of nursing

The first post basic critical care nursing courses commenced at the Alfred in 1969, (Renal Intensive Care, Respiratory Intensive Care And Cardiac Nusring course) eah of 8 monts duration. In 1977 the renal and respiratory courses were combined into the Renal-Respiratory course of 52 weeks duration. The cardiac nursing course was also extended to 52 weeks. In 1984 the Critical Care Nursing Course was developed and commenced in 1985 (replacing the intensive care and cardiac nursing courses) The new course consisted of both a core component and majors in intensive care and cardiac nursingOf significance to AHNL as it was a post-basic nursing course undertaken at the Alfred HospitalGlue bound booklet with yellow cover. Title printed on front cover [black ink]non-fictionAt top right of the front cover is a small rectangular white sticker on which the previous catalogue number is written [black ink] At bottom right of back cover there is a rectangular white sticker with 'ALFRED NURSES ARCHIVES' [stamped in black ink] and previous catalogue number and 'Box 20 NURSING EDUCATION' [handwritten in black ink]alfred hospital, nursing, critical care nursing, intensive care nursing, alfred hospital school of nursing

This submission was part of a historical period when nurse education was transitioning from hospital based training to the tertiary (university ) sector for a six month post basic trainining nursing course. This course was designed to compliment the first level courseOf significance to the AHNL as this was an Alfred Hospital post basic nursing courseGlue bound booklet with blue cover. Title in black print on front coverSmall rectangular white sticker at top right of front cover on which previous catalogue number is written [black ink]alfred hospital, alfred hospital school of nursing, nursing, perioperative nursing, post basic nursing course, operating theatre

This submission was part of a historical period when nurse education was transitioning from hospital based training to the tertiary (university ) sector for a six monht post basic trainining nursing course. Includes operating theatre statistcsOf significance to the AHNL as this was an Alfred Hospital post basic nursing courseGlue bound booklet with blue cover. Title in black print on front coverSmall rectangular white sticker at top right of front cover on which previous catalogue number is written [black ink]alfred hospital, alfred hospital school of nursing, nursing, perioperative nursing, post basic nursing course, operating theatre

Information provided to student nurses at the Alfred Hospital in the 1960's, providing information about various Australian nursing organizations and their historInsight into nursing organizations in Australia in the 1960'sBlack print on off-white paper. Holes at top left where staples have been removedroyal australian nursing federation, royal victorian college of nursing, the victorian nursing council, the college of nursing australia, national florence nightingale committee of australia, national nursing education division, florence nightingale centenary fund, the centaur war nurses memorial trust, the nurses' memorial centre, the clive steele memorial library

Susan Helen Broadbent received this certificate after registration with the Victorian Nursing Council in 1967Historical documentPrinted cream coloured card with black print inside a decorative border with typed and handwritten annotations [black Ink]Recipients name and date & number of registration are typed. Signed by chairman [Patrick] and Chief Nursing Officer [Avery] and also recipient [Broadbent]victorian nursing council, susan helen broadbent, nurses act victoria 1958, nursing registration

Letter sent to hospitals in 1969, from the Victorian Nursing Council updating the minimum educational entrance requirements for entry into general nurse training as at 19690903, Cover letter clarifies changesOf significance to he AHNL as it documents the changing educational requirements for prospective nursesFour pages, printed letter head and circular typed in black ink.Circular has been signed by Mona Menzies. There is a rectangular date stamp at top of page 'ALFRED HOSPITAL/19 SEP 1969 /initalled in black ink'. At the bottom of the page is an oval stamp 'PRELIMINARY TRAINING SCHOOL/ALFRED HOSPITAL' around margin. In the centre of this stamp something has been crossed out. Previous catalogue number handwitten at top right of all pages along with the letter 'A','B','C' or 'D'nursing education-victoria=history, victorian nursing council

The Northern District School of Nursing opened in 1950 to address the issues around nurse recruitment, training and education that had previously been hospital based. The residential school was to provide theoretical and in-house education and practical training over three years. The students would also receive practical hands-on training in the wards of associated hospitals. The Northern District School of Nursing operated from Lister House, Rowan Street, Bendigo. It was the first independent school of nursing in Victoria and continued until it closed in 1989.Northern District School of Nursing - two-page typed input to "A Golden Era in the History of Nursing", The Nursing History of the Northern District School of Nursing - Lister House. Prepared from a meeting with Jenny Clutterbuck and Joan O'Shea 10:00AM 30 June 2010 for the preparation for writing a book on NDSN. Documents required by: Hospitals and Charities Commission Victoria Victorian Nursing Council Victorian Government Royal College of Nursing Australia (RCNA) Committee of Management: Hospitals Affiliated Hospitalsnurse education, nursing administration

Minimum educational requirements for entry into general nurse training at the Alfred hospital in 1969. Victorian matriculation Certificate was preferred, but Victorian Leaving certificate with passes in 5 subjects also accepted. A Victorian Intemediate certificate gained prior to 1968 could also be considered. People who had gained qualifications interstate or overseas were required to submit their educational certificates to the Victorian Nursing Council for approval prior to applying to the Alfred HospitalOf significance to the AHNL as it reflects the changes in educational levels required for entry into a general nurse training backgroundTwo page document fixed with plastic paper clip. Document has been typed [black ink] on cream paper with a printed [black ink]letter head of the Alfred Hospital. Hospital logo [red and black ink] printed at top right. The name Sr. Patterson has been written under this logo. Below the letter head is an oval stamp [purple ink] 'PRELIMINARY TRAINING SCHOOL/ALFRED HOSPITAL ' the word 'LIBRARY ' has been crossed out. Previous catalogue number has been written at top right [black ink]. On the second page the document has been signed by N Sewellalfred hospital, alfred hospital school of nursing, nurse training-victoria-history

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 exist 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 Progress Report for Nurse M. C. Dunn and other items pertaining to her exams. This item contains the following six documents: 3791.15a This document is a progress examination report for Nurse M.C. Dunn from the Northern District School of Nursing, summarizing her performance in the Phase 1 Progress Examination held in July 1974. Examination Results Outstanding Performance Passed both Anatomy & Physiology and General Nursing with distinction. Eligible to attend the First Year Study Block and required to sit for the First Professional State Examination in October 1974. Chemistry & Physics will be included in the upcoming examination, with no repeat lectures during the study block. Examiner's General Comments: Anatomy & PhysiologyMost questions were well answered, especially on tissue distribution, limb movement, and muscle functions.Areas needing revision: functions of the skin, diagrams (vertebra, kidney, leaf), function of chordae tendinae, factors maintaining venous return, difference between inspired and expired air, and formation/circulation of cerebrospinal fluid. Some gaps in knowledge about blood volume, urea formation, and water contamination. Generally strong answers on patient care, conversions between measurement systems, and infection prevention.Areas for improvement: dilution of lotions, suitable lotions for skin prep, definitions of pH and specific gravity of urine, and details on sterilization (especially destruction of spores). Good understanding of pressure sore prevention, patient bathing, and care of valuables, though some answers lacked detail or used outdated expressions. 3791.15b This document is a formal acceptance letter addressed to Marion from the Northern District School of Nursing. Marion has been accepted into the Preliminary Training School at the Northern District School of Nursing. Medical and Dental ApprovalHer medical and dental certificates have been reviewed and approved. Marion is scheduled to begin training on 4th February. She is expected to attend on Thursday, 31st January, 1974, prior to the official start. 3791.15c The Victorian Nursing Council's examination instructions for nursing candidates 3791.15d Invitation to a dinner to congratulate the 1973 pilot students in their examination successes 3791.15e Signature of Examiner Card Victorian Nursing Council 3791.15f Examination certificate from the Victorian Nursing Councilnurse training, lister house, marion dunn

The purpose of the curriculum was to help young persons with aptitude for nursing develop that apttude to the maximum, so they are able to perform the functions of newly graduated general nurses, as members of the teh team assisting the medical proffesion in meeting the health needs of the Australian society, and to help the develop develop personally and professionally, so that they may make their maximum contribution to society as individuals, citizans and nurses.The letter dated 19770921 was from the Victorian Nursing Council advising that this curriculum guide was no longer relevant and that Victorian schools of nursing were to develop their own curriculum content within the framework of the Nurses(geraneral nursing) Regulations 1972Of significance to the AHNL, as this curriculum was the basis for hospital training of nursesStapled manual with pale blue cover and black print. Darker blue tape covers the staples and spine. Title is printed on front cover along with '153' at top right. A letter has been taped inside the front cover At top right of front cover the previous catalogue number and 'Box 1'is handwritten in [black ink] On title page 'Audrey Morwick' is handwritten [blue ink]nurses, nursing, nurse training - victoria, nursing education-victoria, nursing education victoria-history