This practice assessment is for Cerebral Palsy Alliance employees.
This assessment is for Managers, Program Coordinators and Delegates in disability services and is compulsory for all new starters at CPA who assist clients with the delivery of nutrition and /or medication via a gastrostomy and/or jejunostomy. It is conducted as a FIRST assessment and is to be done once training is completed (see pre-requisites below).
Note: If you are a DSP who needs to complete a First assessment, go to Tube Feeding First Practice Assessment for DSPs
What does the assessment involve?
You will be assessed by one of our Clinical Nurse Specialists or Health Educators (RN) in a simulated environment. This means that the assessor will demonstrate and then observe you using a medical manikin, to see that you understand and can follow all necessary steps to safely and effectively support clients who require tube feeding.
Does the assessment have any prerequisites?
Participants must, prior to this assessment have completed both
- Enteral (Tube) Feeding training (face-to face)
- Skill Builder Tube Feeding with your manager **Staff members: please discuss this with your manager.
Assessment completion requires:
Participants must be able to show they have the necessary knowledge and practical skills to administer medications and nutrition via a gastrostomy and/or jejunostomy tube.
How long is the assessment?
Duration: Approx 2 hours. Please arrive 15mins prior and wait for the facilitator.
Time: Please see scheduled times or enquire below
Where can I get more information?
Contact: The Training Alliance team
Email: training@cerebralpalsy.org.au
Phone: +61 2 9975 8715
Cancellation conditions apply