(07) 343 6591

Rotorua Hospice Events

Be a part of the Rotorua Hospice Community

Syringe Driver Competency Programme

For nurses who use syringe drivers in the course of their work

An online version of the Hospice New Zealand Syringe Driver competency programme, previously developed by Hospice Waikato is now available. 

This blended learning approach consists of 2 hours online training, followed by a 1.5 hour practical competency workshop.

Programme aim

To assist Registered Nurses to obtain the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills they require to manage syringe drivers in their place of practice and for enrolled nurses to be competent in checking.

You can now register for the online Syringe Driver Competency Programme, click here.

Location for Practical Competency Workshop:  Rotorua Community Hospice, 1469 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua

Dates: 

9.00am–11.00am – Thursday 1 February 2024
9.00am–11.00am – Thursday 4 April 2024
9.00am–11.00am – Thursday 13 June 2024
9.00am–11.00am – Thursday 1 August 2024
9.00am–11.00am – Thursday 17 October 2024
9.00am–11.00am – Thursday 5 December 2024

Numbers Strictly Limited

Cost:  Free of charge

Queries: Please contact our Clinical Administrator on info@rotoruahospice.co.nz or phone 07 343 6591.

Upcoming Educational Events...

Card image cap

The Fundamentals of Palliative Care

Ngā Tūāpapa, o te Pairuri

Learn More
Card image cap

Hospice New Zealand Palliative Care Lecture Series

Different topics and speakers on the first Thursday of each month

Learn More
Card image cap

Palliative Care for Health Care Assistants

Key principles, practical knowledge and skills of palliative care for caregivers

Learn More
Card image cap

Palliative Care for Family, Whānau & Friend Carers

These sessions are designed for people caring for someone under Hospice care.

Learn More
Card image cap

Ngā Mātāpono O Te Manaaki Wairua - Foundations of Spiritual Care

This workshop is aimed at improving your understanding and knowledge of spirituality and spiritual care.

Learn More
Card image cap

Syringe Driver Competency Programme

For nurses who use syringe drivers in the course of their work

Learn More

This is Murray's story

“The Hospice nurses have a very strong patient focus. The care and support we received was amazing”.

Read More

Rotorua Community Hospice Stories

Stories of the individuals who have touched our lives.