Registered Nurses

Course options for Registered Nurses

At Resus Nelson, we understand that not all Registered Nurses work in acute clinical settings. However, every nurse should be confident in responding to medical emergencies, regardless of their clinical area. We offer a range of resuscitation and emergency care courses tailored to meet your professional needs.

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Adult Life Support (Adult Only)

A practical, hands-on course ideal for:

• Nurses in non-acute settings (e.g. aged care, hospice, community)

Learn how to:
• Recognise and respond to adult collapse using the DRSABCD approach
• Perform high-quality CPR with feedback
• Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Work effectively as a team during an emergency

Duration: 1–2 hours
Cost: $50 per person (excl. GST)
Certification: Adult Life Support Certificate
Group size: Minimum of 6 participants

Please email me directly to organise private courses – Flexible dates, times, and locations available.

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Basic Life Support (BLS): Adult, Child, and Infant

A practical, hands-on course ideal for:

• Non-vaccinating nurses
• Nurses in non-acute settings (e.g aged care, community)

No prior medical training

Learn how to:
• Recognise and respond to adult cardiac arrest using DRSABCD
• Perform CPR on adults, children, and infants using QCP high-quality manikins for realistic practice
• Use an AED safely and confidently
• Respond to choking in all age groups
• Work as a team during emergency simulations

Duration: 2.5 hours
Cost: $80 per person (excl. GST)
Certification: Basic Life Support Certificate of Completion BLS (aligned with national guidelines)
Group size: Minimum of 6 participants

Perfect for non-clinical and semi-clinical teams in workplaces or community settings.

Please email me directly to organise private courses – Flexible dates, times, and locations available.

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Resuscitation Training for Vaccinating Nurses

Course Summary

This 4-hour, hands-on course is specifically designed for vaccinating nurses, providing essential skills to confidently manage medical emergencies in both clinical and community immunisation settings. The content aligns with and exceeds the A4.4 resuscitation requirements outlined in the current Immunisation Handbook.

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Ideal Participants

This course is ideal for:
• Vaccinating nurses in primary care, outreach, or community clinics
• Nurses administering vaccines in schools or aged care settings
• Healthcare providers needing to meet Immunisation Handbook A4.4 requirements

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Course Content

Participants will learn to:
• Perform a structured primary survey using the DRSABCD approach
• Deliver high-quality Basic Life Support (BLS) for adults, children, and infants
• Operate an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) safely and effectively
• Recognise and manage anaphylaxis in line with current clinical protocols
• Administer adrenaline confidently
• Apply oxygen therapy and use basic airway adjuncts appropriately
• Size and insert oropharyngeal airways (OPAs)
• Manage choking across all age groups
• Work effectively as part of a team in emergency situations

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Course Duration

4 hours (includes scenario-based training, practical sessions, and short breaks)
Pre-learning is advisable

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Certification

Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion – Resuscitation Training for Vaccinators.
This certification meets the A4.4 requirements in the Immunisation Handbook and is endorsed by the Medical Officer of Health, National Public Health Service, NZ.

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Course Fee

$200.00 + GST per participant

Please email me directly to organise private courses – Flexible dates, times, and locations available.

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NZRC CORE Advanced (Adult and Child)

Course Summary

This full-day, practical course is designed for experienced healthcare professionals who may need to lead or actively participate in managing cardiac arrests or life-threatening medical emergencies. Aligned with the New Zealand Resuscitation Council (NZRC) guidelines, the course incorporates comprehensive pre-course learning and immersive scenario-based training, with a focus on advanced resuscitation, leadership, and critical team skills.

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Ideal Participants

This course is ideal for:

• Registered Nurses working in acute or high-risk environments (e.g., ED, ICU, urgent care)

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Course Content

1. Team-based approach to resuscitation and leadership roles

2. Basic Life Support (BLS) for adults, children, and infants

3. Advanced airway management (LMAs, i-Gels, suction, OPAs, bag-mask ventilation)

4. Manual defibrillation and rhythm recognition

5. Emergency drug administration

6. Cardiac arrest algorithms (shockable and non-shockable rhythms)

7. Management of peri-arrest conditions (e.g., anaphylaxis, sepsis, arrhythmias)

8. Simulation-based scenarios in leading and supporting resuscitation efforts

9. Effective communication and debriefing during high-pressure events

10. High-quality CPR practice using manikins with real-time feedback systems

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Course Duration

8 hours (plus required pre-learning)
Participants will receive a resuscitation manual and access to mandatory online learning two weeks prior to the course.
A written assessment is required for certification.

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Certification

Successful participants will be awarded the NZRC CORE Advanced (Adult and Child) Certificate.
Certification is valid for two years and meets the standards set by the New Zealand Resuscitation Council (NZRC).

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Course Fee

$450.00 + GST per participant
Includes:
• The use of a course manual
• Catering
• Pre-course materials and access

Pricelist for CPR training per person

CPR	Cost	+ GST	Total
Adult Life Support	$50:00	$7:50	$57:50
Basic Life Support	$80:00	$12:00	$92:00
Resuscitation Training for Vaccinating Nurses	$200:00	$30:00	$230:00
NZRC CORE Advanced	$450:00	$67:50	$517:50

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Scenario Training

We also deliver practice-based scenarios that support the nursing team in responding appropriately to emergencies within their workplace, aiming to improve patient care.

Don’t hesitate to contact us to inquire about scenario-based training for your team.

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