The Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) is the peak professional body for nurses working in primary health care.

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14 Mar 2025
APNA, alongside the Nine Nursing and Midwifery Peaks, has launched a united election campaign to demand a better health care system. Learn more about the campaign and how you can join us!👉apna.asn.au/membership/advoc… #HealthReform #Nurses #Midwives #Nursing #APNA #HealthCare
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5 Feb 2025
On Primary Health Care Nurses Day, new data reveals half of the nation’s 98,000 highly trained primary health care nurses are emptying bins and vacuuming rather than focussing on patient care. #PHCNDay2025 apna.asn.au/about/media/prim…
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Today is Primary Health Care Nurses Day, an opportunity to celebrate primary health care nurses and the vital role they play in health care. Thank you for your unwavering dedication and commitment to keeping our communities healthy. ❤️💛💙 @APNAnurses #PHCNday2025
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Are you a nurse or midwife working outside Australia's hospitals and in the community? Complete the 2024 APNA Workforce Survey and help to advocate for change & make sure you are visible, valued & respected. survey.alchemer.com/s3/79202… #WFS24 #yourvoicematters #nurses #midwives
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24 Oct 2024
Have you completed the APNA #Nursing and #Midwifery Workforce Survey yet? This is your chance to have your voice heard by politicians and policymakers all over Australia! (And go into our prize draw.) survey.alchemer.com/s3/79202…
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24 Oct 2024
Read the final report of July's Primary Health Care Congress and learn about the PHC Alliance's ambitions for #primaryhealthcare reform. apna.asn.au/membership/advoc…
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14 Oct 2024
The APNA Nursing and Midwifery Workforce Survey 2024 is now open. Completed surveys go into a draw for one of two $1000 Red Balloon Vouchers or 10 $100 cash cards! #nurse #midwife #NurseTwitter survey.alchemer.com/s3/79202…
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Health Minister ⁦@Mark_Butler_MP⁩ announces the release of the reports for the after hours & the GP incentives review today. #hotn@RACGP⁩ ⁦@APNAnurses#primarycare
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28 Aug 2024
With significant primary healthcare reform on the horizon in Australia, strong leadership and consensus views have been agreed by over 60 peak organisations at the Primary Health Care Congress. apna.asn.au/about/media/stat…
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26 Jul 2024
APNA thanks @Anne_Ruston, Shadow Minister for Health and Aged Care for speaking at the #EssentialHealthSummit today in Adelaide, with 1000 healthcare professionals attending. #primaryhealthcare #nurses #ASLM
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26 Jul 2024
APNA welcomes new $4.2 million investment in the National Nursing Clinical Placements Program which will fund the next generation of primary health care nurses says President @karenbooth43 👉apna.asn.au/about/media/new-…#EssentialHealthSummit #primaryhealthcare #nursingstudents
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26 Jul 2024
If you work in a primary health care workplace and want to find out how you can benefit from hosting student nurses through the program, visit our website and complete an EOI form today! apna.asn.au/profession/caree…

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25 Jul 2024
Building Nurse Capacity – Master the Art of Nurse Clinics with Jane Bollen on establishing a Healthy Ageing Nurse Clinic 🙌 #FON2024
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25 Jul 2024
Jessica McKirkle and her team from Serco, along with Sara Drew, APNA, conducted a session on Managing Immunisation Emergencies, Including CPR. #FON2024
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25 Jul 2024
Captivating session by Caroline Gibson and Dimity Pond on Dementia Matters: a Practical Approach to Assessment and Care for People Living with Dementia. #FON2024
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25 Jul 2024
APNA's very own Sara Drew led an informative and engaging session on Chronic Disease Management at the 2024 Essential Health Summit in Adelaide, sharing valuable insights with our nurses 🌟 #FON2024
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25 Jul 2024
Full house at the Essential Health Summit 🌟 in Adelaide as A/Prof Tony Dicker, Senior lecturer (Skin Cancer) & Course Coordinator MMed (Skin Cancer), The University of Queensland, leads an insightful 💡 masterclass on Skin Cancer Management with our incredible nurses. #FON2024
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25 Jul 2024
A warm #Adelaide welcome to all our incredible nurses! The much-awaited 2024 Essential Health Summit is finally here, and it's off to a roaring start with over 1000 nurses and other health care professionals coming together for the three extraordinary days. #FON2024
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9 Jul 2024
Power your mind & body at the #EssentialHealthSummit! The Adelaide Convention Centre is steps away from a variety of restaurants with delicious & healthy choices. Plus, plenty of hotels nearby for a comfortable stay. buff.ly/3IodNfm #Adelaide @BizEventsAdl @AdelaideCC
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2 Jul 2024
Fuel your wellbeing at the #EssentialHealthSummit & explore Adelaide's commitment to a healthy planet! Enjoy fresh produce at markets, bike through nature reserves & experience a city focused on sustainability. buff.ly/4euiLWZ #Adelaide @BizEventsAdl @AdelaideCC
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