Immunisation Hub
We support providers by
- Bridging identified gaps in immunisation service provision
- Supporting the provision of a suite of education sessions
- Providing direct support and mentoring via the Champion Nurse Immunisation Program
- Providing networking opportunities, advice and advocacy around issues affecting the local providers via the Immunisation Provider Network
- Reviewing the data uploaded and assisting providers with accurate record entries to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR)
We support the community by
- promoting vaccine awareness
- increasing the accessibility of immunisation information and services
Immunisation Provider Network (IPN) - Membership Form
Are you involved in the delivery of an immunisation program and interested in networking with other immunisation providers?
The Adelaide PHN provides Secretariat support to the Immunisation Provider Network. This Network is available to all immunisation providers in South Australia and assists in ensuring there is a unified, ongoing immunisation focus across the State. One aspect of the Hub is to engage with a range of immunisation service providers to:
- facilitate peer support, networking and CPD opportunities
- share ideas and information
- raise and discuss relevant immunisation program issues
The Hub will provide Secretariat support to the Immunisation Provider Network via email updates.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please complete the following form.
Contact
For more information about these sessions or your practice staff’s immunisation related educational needs, please get in touch at immunisationhub@adelaidephn.com.au.
Champion Nurse Immunisation Program
The Champion Nurse Immunisation Program aims to provide direct support and mentoring to immunisation providers and the wider Adelaide metropolitan community.
Our Champion Nurses are focused on increasing vaccine uptake, as well as raising provider confidence and knowledge around immunisation delivery.
Adelaide metropolitan general practices and other immunisation providers can benefit from engaging our Champion Nurses who can:
- deliver immunisation program support
- mentor nurses who are new to immunisation program delivery
- deliver education and support relating to cold chain management
- provide systems support, including documentation, recall and reminders
- provide Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) support and education
- support families with identified barriers to vaccine uptake
- counsel vaccine hesitant parents
A flyer detailing the Champion Nurse Immunisation Program can be accessed here or via our resource library.
The Adelaide Primary Health Network has commissioned Health and Immunisation Management Services (HAIMS) to provide the CNIP to providers in Adelaide PHN region.
Provider education
The Adelaide PHN Immunisation Hub provides regular professional development opportunities for immunisation providers, including GPs, nurses, and pharmacists.
Our suite of education
Immunisation updates: Influenza and topical disease issue/recommendations. Presented by local immunisation leaders, these updates typically cover the incidence, pathophysiology and complications of influenza and a topical disease locally.
An introduction to immunisation
Tailored to nurses, particularly those new to immunisation program delivery, these workshops provide an evidence-based overview to immunisation provision locally, including topics related to immunology and terminology, immunisation program and vaccine types, legislation, communication, vaccine and cold chain management, vaccine administration procedures and adverse events.
Upcoming dates for these training sessions are listed on our training and events page.
For more information about these sessions, please get in touch with Adelaide PHN’s Immunisation Hub via immunisationhub@adelaidephn.com.au.
Standing Drug Orders
All Model Standing Drug Orders (SDO) have been developed by Adelaide PHN’s Immunisation Hub based on SA Health’s requirements to support general practice. General practices are responsible to review the SDO for correctness, relevance to the practice, and to update as required to meet their needs and any legal obligations.
