The Scottish Stroke Nurses Forum (SSNF) is for registered nurses with an interest in stroke (events / conferences are open to other health professionals).
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.
The above conference was held on 24th September 2009. The following presentations are available as PDF documents to download (please note that some are very large files):
Stroke Training and Awareness Resources (STARs) [444K PDF] Thrombolysis following acute stroke [1415K PDF] Physiological monitoring [4585K PDF] Feeding, nutrition and hydration following stroke [1801K PDF] Continence management following stroke [669K PDF] Physical management of complications following stroke [3401K PDF]
SSNF Constitution [44K PDF]
Strategy for Stroke Nursing in Scotland (2006 - 2009) [129K PDF]
Scottish Supplement of the HELP - Hospital Education Learning Programme for Stroke [200K PDF]
Determining Nursing Staffing Levels for Stroke Beds in Scotland [74K PDF]
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Access to SSNF Members.
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.
SSNF Flyer [458K PDF]
Membership is free. Joining is easy, simply download the above flyer, complete the membership enquiry form and return to the SSNF Secretary (details below). Your details will then be held on a secure membership database.
As a member you will receive regular mailings and invitations to participate in related research studies. Members are required to update their details periodically to renew their membership.
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
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The SSNF is supported by Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland and Boehringer Ingelheim. |
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