Introduction - who is the Forum for?
The Scottish Stroke Nurses Forum (SSNF) is for registered nurses with an interest in stroke (events/conferences are open to other health professionals).
Aims of Forum
To promote the essential role of nurses in stroke.
To share and develop knowledge, expertise and best practice.
To incorporate research–based evidence into practice, and promote research to improve outcomes.
To help develop core competencies, education and training initiatives for stroke nurses.
Strategy for Stroke Nursing in Scotland (2006 - 2009)
Scottish Supplement of the HELP - Hospital Education Learning Programme for Stroke
Determining Nursing Staffing Levels for Stroke Beds in Scotland
Newsletter Volume 7 Issue 1, April 2008
Benefits of membership of SSNF
Access to SSNF Members Directory.
Access to local contacts and forums.
A priority place at SSNF events and conferences.
To receive a copy of the SSNF Newsletter.
Access to a Committee Member for your local area.
How do you become a member of SSNF?
Complete the membership request form and return to the SSNF Secretary (details below). You will then be placed on the membership database, receive regular mailings and appear in the directory. Members are required to update the directory details regularly to renew their membership.
SSNF Secretary
Campbell Chalmers - Secretary
Stroke Nurse Consultant, NHS Lanarkshire
Coathill Hospital, Hospital Street,Coatbridge ML5 4DN
Tel: 01236 707724
Mobile: 07835 473355
Email: campbell.chalmers@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk
Link to the National Stroke Nurses Forum
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The SSNF is supported by Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland and Boehringer Ingelheim. |
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