Paramedics and Advanced Practice
CPD
32m
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Lecture Overview
Paramedics have traditionally been classified as unscheduled healthcare providers, but their roles have been evolving to better meet medical advancements and community needs. This session will explore the development of advanced roles for paramedics, and the challenges of working as third space professionals.
Educators
Susan Furness
Dr Susan Furness is a senior lecturer, discipline lead, and course coordinator for the Bachelor of Paramedic Practice with Honours program at La Trobe University. Susan has experience as a Registered Nurse and more than 15 years’ experience as a paramedic, having worked as an operational mobile intensive care ambulance paramedic and clinical support officer for Ambulance Victoria before moving into academia eight years ago. She has extensive experience in developing undergraduate paramedic curriculum inclusive of community and extended care paramedicine, advanced communication skills, and advanced clinical practice subjects. Susan’s research interests lie in exploring the ontological aspects of clinical practice. See Educator Profile
Reviews
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Caroline Elizabeth Rowland
Quite interesting topics raised, well presented.
anneke van beuge
Great presentation.
Matthew Thompson
Good lecture
Jill Pamplin
As a paramedic I found myself agreeing with most of what was presented. I think it will take another generation to go by before paramedics are appreciated for the enormously broad scope of work that we do.
Benjamin Ronald Glasby
Good overview on history and potential future of paramedic practice
Alana Graham
Was a great discussion on how paramedics are viewed in the public as well as internally and by other health professionals.
NICK PEARSON
A interesting lecture, exploring perceptions of Paramedic rolls in community health.
Alicia White
In line with my current ideas. Really great to hear a discussion with someone who is likeminded!
David Mangan
Excellent presentation. Very informative.
Andrea Maria Mirabile
This is my third year in Australia. I've spent the last couple of years asking TAFE and nurses more infos about being a paramedic. In Queensland certain categories of workers are kept undefined and pretty much not sponsored for reasons I don't understand. Since I'm completing my Diploma of Nursing and I will start the Bachelor of Nursing, this video helped me to understand why it has been so difficult to clarify myself on such professional figure. Moreover the educator gives a very interesting frame of Australia 20/30 years ago, which is for me very helpful in order to better provide the best care to Australian people.