Professional Development Course

AVNAT Registration Points: 5

Non-Accredited

Advanced Level: This course is useful for those more experienced nurses who are learning to scrub in to assist in theatre.

Immerse yourself in the essential practices of surgical assistance with our focused short course, designed for those eager to excel in the operating theatre. This course guides you through the critical steps of scrubbing in, teaching you the correct techniques for thorough scrubbing, gloving, and gowning, vital for maintaining a sterile surgical environment.

Throughout the course, you’ll learn safe practices for loading and passing scalpels and needle holders, among other instruments. We’ll introduce you to Halsted’s principles, ensuring you maintain an orderly instrument trolley, and teach you the essentials of swab and instrument counts to keep surgeries running smoothly and safely.

This course is a must for those aspiring to be adept at providing surgical assistance, equipping you with the skills to be an invaluable member of any surgical team. Enrol now to take your first step towards mastering surgical assisting.

The Australian Veterinary Nurse and Technician (AVNAT) Regulatory Council has allocated 5 AVNAT CPD points to this continuing education activity.