Become an authorised Nurse Pap smear provider
Have you considered becoming an authorised Registered or Enrolled Nurse Pap Smear Provider (NPSP)?
NPSPs are important to the continued success of the Queensland Cervical Screening Program.
Why become an authorised NPSP?
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it provides women with more choice
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in rural and remote areas qualified Pap smear providers are in short supply
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nurses have a proven track record of reaching older women, those who have never had a Pap smear before and those who are overdue for their next Pap smear
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you will be included on a mailing list of the latest news and resources available from the Queensland Cervical Screening Program.
How do I apply to become an authorised NPSP?
To become an authorised NPSP you must be a Registered or Enrolled Nurse and:
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undertake a
training course that has been accredited by the Royal College of Nursing, Australia (RCNA).
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Once the course has been successfully completed, you will need to complete an
application form. Completed applications should be forwarded to the address below. Applications must include certified copies of your current Queensland Nursing Council Practicing Certificate and the Pap Smear Course Certificate. Completed applications should be forwarded to:
Clinical Nurse Consultant
Queensland Cervical Screening Program
PO Box 2368
Fortitude Valley BC QLD 4006
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Once received, your application is then reviewed and you will be contacted by the Clinical Nurse Consultant.
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Where do I attend the accredited courses?
In Queensland courses are currently run by Family Planning Queensland for information contact:
Family Planning Queensland: Pap Smear Provider Module
FPQ Training Team
Telephone: +61 7 3250 0240
Continuing competence reviews for authorised NPSPs
Continuing competence reviews are conducted on NPSPs every 3 years to ensure they are clinically competent and up-to-date with current practice. This will ensure that authorisations remain current
To continue as an authorised NPSP you:
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will be sent a letter advising you that it is time to complete your continuing competency form
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download and complete a
continuing competence form. If you have any queries please contact the Queensland Cervical Screening Program Clinical Nurse Consultant on (07) 3328 9446. Completed forms should be forwarded to the address below.
Clinical Nurse Consultant
Queensland Cervical Screening Program
PO Box 2368
Fortitude Valley BC QLD 4006
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once received, your form is then reviewed and you will be contacted by the Clinical Nurse Consultant.
Is there anyone I can contact for more information?
For more information about authorisation please contact the Queensland Cervical Screening Program Clinical Nurse Consultant on + 61 7 3328 9446.
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