Victorian School Nurses Association

⏰ Friendly Reminder for Nurses & Midwives

AHPRA nursing and midwifery registration renewals are due by 31 May.

Make sure your registration is completed on time to avoid late fees or interruptions to practice.

✔️ Check your details
✔️ Complete your CPD requirements
✔️ Declare your recency of practice
✔️ Renew via your AHPRA online portal

Thank you for the incredible work you do supporting the health and wellbeing of our communities every day.

🎢A D R E N A L I N E 🎢 Most people think adventure, we think anaphylaxis treatment💉🚑

Aside from the rush you get jumping out of the sky or whizzing down a rollercoaster, adrenaline is life-saving medication for someone experiencing a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).

There are more adrenaline devices on the market in Australia now than ever before, so it's important to make an informed decision with your doctor about which device is right for you 🤔

We've compared the similarities and differences of these devices in our new Adrenaline Hub: EpiPen®, Anapen®, neffy® and Jext®.

Check it out: https://loom.ly/q3WoAH4

🩸 Menstrual Hygiene Day 🩸

Today we recognise Menstrual Hygiene Day — raising awareness, breaking stigma, and supporting access to safe menstrual health education and products for all young people.

Periods are a normal part of life and should never be a barrier to education, sport, wellbeing, or confidence.

As school health professionals, we are committed to creating safe, supportive, and informed environments where students feel comfortable seeking help and having open conversations about their health.

Let’s continue to normalise the conversation and support dignity for all. 💛

Interesting read for brain food today 🧠

Making every school a health-promoting school: implementation guidance for school health services This guidance provides practical strategies to implement and strengthen school health services (SHS) as part of a whole-school approach.

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to reflect on how we can contribute to reconciliation through our everyday actions.

As nurses, reconciliation is deeply connected to providing culturally safe, respectful, and compassionate care. We recognise the importance of listening, building trust, and advocating for equity in health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This year’s theme reminds us that reconciliation is an ongoing journey — one built through connection, understanding, and walking together towards a stronger future.

We remain committed to continuing to learn, reflect, and grow as a community.

Today we acknowledge National Sorry Day — a time to reflect on the ongoing impacts of the Stolen Generations and recognise the strength, resilience, and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

As a community, we acknowledge the importance of truth, healing, respect, and connection. We are committed to continuing to learn, listen, and walk together towards reconciliation.

Thank you to all VSNA members who recently completed the survey in partnership with My Guardian.

Your feedback has provided valuable insight into the current challenges and priorities facing school nurses across Australia, helping establish an important benchmark to guide future advocacy, resources, and professional support.

Common themes identified included:
• Clinical coverage on excursions and camps
• Documentation and continuity of care
• Medication management
• Clarity of staff roles and responsibilities
• Nurse involvement in planning and risk management

These findings reinforce the critical role school nurses play within school communities and highlight the growing need for clear processes, clinical governance, and collaborative support.

We would love to hear from you — what areas would you like more support, resources, or professional development in?

🎤 VSNA Conference 2026 – Call for Professional Posters

Have a project, initiative, clinical experience, service improvement, or case management story to share? We would love to hear from you!

The VSNA “Beyond the Classroom” Conference is inviting abstract submissions for professional posters that showcase the incredible work happening within school nursing and student health across Australia.

Topics may include:
• Clinical practice
• Case management
• Service improvement initiatives
• Student wellbeing
• Leadership and innovation
• Boarding or camp health
• Chronic health management
• Mental health support
• Health promotion programs

This is a fantastic opportunity to share your work, inspire colleagues, and contribute to advancing school nursing practice nationally.

✨ BONUS: Accepted abstracts will receive 50% off the conference ticket price.

We encourage nurses from all experience levels to submit — your work matters and deserves to be shared.

Are you a primary school nurse, we want to hear from you!

Supporting Children’s Mental Health in the Primary School Years: School Nurses Perspectives on delivering brief personalised interventions

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🌟 VSNA National Conference 2026 – Beyond the Classroom 🌟

Don’t miss Australia’s national conference for school nurses and student health professionals!

Join colleagues from across the country for a day of connection, learning, leadership, and professional development focused on the evolving world of school health and wellbeing.

📍 ANMF House, Melbourne
📅 Saturday 22 August 2026

Explore topics including:
✔️ Student wellbeing
✔️ Clinical governance
✔️ Camps & excursions
✔️ Chronic health management
✔️ Mental health support
✔️ Leadership in school nursing
✔️ Risk management & best practice

This is your opportunity to network, share ideas, and be inspired by the incredible work happening within school nursing across Australia.

🎟️ Registrations are now open — book today and be part of the conversation shaping the future of school health.