Curtin University\u2019s School of Nursing and Midwifery is looking for volunteer patients to contribute in a valuable and unique way to the education and training of future nurses.<\/p>\n
Volunteers can be people of all ages and backgrounds. The role of\u00a0 the volunteer patient ranges from helping assess student skills in taking temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure to more complex situations where trained volunteers play the role of a patient with a medical or surgical condition in a ward.<\/p>\n
Harry Caine, from East Cannington, who has been volunteering on the program for more than five years said he loves volunteering and got involved because he wanted to give something back to the community.<\/p>\n
\u201cI know that I am helping nursing students to practise their skills, and who knows, one day I might unexpectedly need the help of a nurse. This is my way of giving back,\u201d Mr Caine said.<\/p>\n
Ms Michelle Bowman, of Curtin\u2019s School of Nursing and Midwifery, said that the program wouldn\u2019t exist without the volunteers.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur volunteers\u2019 contribution is critical and immensely valued by our staff and students,\u201d Ms Bowman said.<\/p>\n
\u201cYou need to be a team player, but really anyone can volunteer for this program. If you have some spare time and want to make a difference to a future nurse\u2019s career, this is a great opportunity.<\/p>\n
Sessions are held at Curtin\u2019s School of Nursing and Midwifery at the main Bentley Campus. Volunteers provide a few hours of their time in the months of May, June, August, September, October or November. No prior experience is necessary.<\/p>\n
All volunteers are provided with free parking on campus, refreshments, and are given movie vouchers as a token of appreciation after participating in a training session.<\/p>\n
Every volunteer\u2019s involvement will help to provide realistic learning opportunities where nursing students can gain confidence and competence in a safe environment.<\/p>\n
For more information, contact Michelle Bowman on 9266 2072 or m.bowman@curtin.edu.au<\/a><\/p>\n Contact:<\/strong><\/p>\n Kristy Jones, Public Relations, Curtin University
\n<\/strong>Tel: 08 9266 9085, Email: k.jones@curtin.edu.au<\/a><\/p>\n