Nurse Services
IPA pharmacies provide access to Nurse Services and Nurse Practitioner Services to deliver professional, personalised care for various health needs. These services aim to improve convenience, reduce wait times, and ensure the community receives high-quality medical support.
Objectives
- To provide expert care for a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
- To enhance access to healthcare through community-based nurse practitioners.
- To support the health and well-being of individuals of all ages with a focus on prevention, treatment, and management.
Key Features
- Treatment for Medical Conditions: Professional care for acute and chronic conditions, with evidence-based interventions.
- Prescribing Medications: Nurse practitioners can prescribe medications, including repeat prescriptions, tailored to patients’ needs.
- Diagnostic Testing: Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests for accurate and timely diagnosis.
- Health Promotion: Providing advice and support to improve general health and prevent disease.
- Wound Care: Comprehensive wound care, including suturing, plastering, and ongoing management.
- Women’s Health: Services such as pap smears and other screenings to support women’s health.
- Intramuscular Injections: Administration of depot injections and other intramuscular treatments.
- Vaccinations: Delivery of vaccines, including those listed on the National Immunisation Program (NIP).
- Children’s and Baby Health: Services to support the growth and wellbeing of young children and babies.
How IPA Nurse Practitioners Can Help
- Provide expert and compassionate care for all members of the community.
- Reduce barriers to accessing healthcare with convenient in-pharmacy services.
- Offer timely care for minor medical needs, reducing the need for emergency visits.
- Collaborate with pharmacists to optimise medication use and health outcomes.
Please note: This service may not be available at all IPA Pharmacies.
Important Information
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