2482 Courses in Cramlington

Clinical skills, HCAs, Nurses, Chronic disease

XL Team Workforce Training (INTERNAL STAFF ONLY) First Responder Training for new staff You must complete all modules of this training to progress

This one-day course will help you meet your regulatory requirements if your risk assessment indicates that first aid training covering emergency protocols only is sufficient for your workplace.

Enhance your resuscitation skills with the Resuscitation Council UK's Immediate Life Support (ILS) course. Stay current with the latest guidelines and develop the confidence and practical abilities needed to respond effectively in emergency situations. Elevate your professional competency and ensure patient safety with comprehensive training from RCUK."

Gain the confidence and skills to manage emergency situations involving children. Sign up today for our Paediatric First Aid course and become a trusted first responder in your home or workplace.

Ensure the Safety of the Little Ones in Your Care! Gain the confidence and skills to manage emergency situations involving children. Sign up today for our Paediatric First Aid course and become a trusted first responder in your home or workplace.

Course Introduction Our Venepuncture and Phlebotomy training equips delegates with the skills and knowledge needed to take blood safely. Please note: this course is for health care professionals and nurses only. About this event Applicable to Nurses, Health Care Assistants and Phlebotomists in primary care, the community, hospitals or nursing homes, this course is interactive and involves a demonstration session on performing blood tests. Our venepuncture training will give delegates the theoretical and practical awareness to undertake a competence assessment framework in the workplace that will deem them competent to take blood safely and appropriately. Each delegate will receive a competence-based framework to allow them to do this. Course Aims Identify and describe equipment used for routine venepuncture Be able to assess and select suitable sites used for venepuncture as well as locations to avoid Describe and utilize the required steps to perform routine venepuncture Describe actions that ensure safety during performance of a venepuncture Identify suitable vein selection and identify factors influencing this Understand relevant professional and legal issues Be able to identify potential complications Understand anatomy and physiology and correct vein selection Be familiar with equipment and exercise choice in using most appropriate equipment Practice safely in terms of infection control and waste management Become skilled and competent at phlebotomy To recognise any complications arising and be able to take the appropriate action Course Content Background and importance of training and competence Supervision and practice Scope and responsibilities Accountability Professional and legal issues Consent and capacity What is phlebotomy? Tools of the trade-equipment Needles and patient safety Blood collection systems and devices Syringes and when to use them Blood collection tubes Labelling Anatomy and physiology Vein Selection: - Identification of Veins - Arm Veins - Hand Veins Vein assessment Unacceptable sites for venous collection Venepuncture procedure Attempts Order of Fill Specimen collection procedures Specimen handling post-phlebotomy Personal protective equipment Needle stick injuries Legislation-EU Directives Disposal Needle phobias Dealing with anxiety/fainting etc. Practical session Potential Complications (including infection control) Practical Application - techniques and troubleshooting Case scenarios Troubleshooting Audit Who should attend / would be applicable? Nurses HCAs Those interested in careers as Phlebotomists AB Health Group awards CPD points / certificate of attendance for each course. If you would prefer an accredited certificate by our accrediting body Aim Qualifications we can organise this. The charge for the certificate including postage is £30.00. Annie Barr AB Health Group Organiser Description Annie Barr is a leading provider of high quality, accredited healthcare training. With a selection of engaging healthcare training that has been developed by experts to equip you and your workforce with the skills, knowledge and competence needed to provide compassionate and high quality care.

Be Ready to Save Lives! Equip yourself with the skills to respond confidently in life-threatening situations. Sign up today for our Basic Life Support (BLS) and AED course and become a vital first responder in your community or workplace.

Stay Prepared and Confident! Ensure you're always ready to handle emergencies by keeping your first aid skills up-to-date. Sign up today for our Annual First Aid Skills Update course and continue to be a reliable first responder in your workplace or community.

Ensure Workplace Safety and Compliance! Empower yourself and your colleagues with the skills to manage emergency situations effectively. Sign up today for our Full First Aid at Work course and become a vital first responder in your workplace.