ACORN Queensland
Is the professional perioperative nursing association, facilitating and promoting excellence in safe patient care for all Queenslanders.
"TO ENGAGE AND EMPOWER OUR MEMBERS TO ADVANCE & PROMOTE EXCELLENCE IN PERIOPERATIVE PRACTICE THROUGH ALL PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS."
The committee is dedicated to:
- provide a voice for all perioperative nurses in Queensland
- provide a professional network and resources to unite perioperative nurses throughout Queensland
- develop, advocate, lead and nurture perioperative nurses through professional development, education and research opportunities
- provide expert advice to other professional bodies on issues concerning perioperative nursing practice in Queensland
- collaborate with national and international professional bodies on matters pertaining to perioperative nursing practice.
It comprises a group of leaders and experts who collaborate to drive meaningful change and make significant contributions to perioperative nursing in Queensland.
As a committee representative, you will have the opportunity to actively shape the direction and decisions of the committee, influence policy and strategy, and contribute to the advancement of our field.
The committee is composed of volunteers who specialise in perioperative nursing and have been financial members of ACORN QLD for at least 12 months prior to their nomination. It is not necessary for committee members to have any affiliation with the ANMF (Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation).
Committee members are expected to:
- Participate at 80% monthly online meetings
- Participate in sub groups as appointed
- Participate in sponsored education workshops and programs
AGM – Date 28th October 2023
Join the ACORN Qld Committee
Do you want to be involved in promoting excellence in perioperative nursing for the benefit of the community?
Are you committed to promoting the professional and educational interest of nurses engaged in the perioperative nursing?
If yes, then please consider joining the ACORN QLD committee.
MEMBER BENEFITS
Education
- Discounted postgraduate study
- Education course discounts
- Members-only education resources
- Free education webinars every month
Financial Support & Scholarships
- Eligibility to apply for Industry based financial support
- Eligibility to apply for education grants
- Eligibility to apply for research grants
Publications
- Access to the Journal of Perioperative Nursing (JPN)
- Access to The New ACORN Standards
- Access The Oak
Collaboration
- ACORN events
- ACORN Special Interest Groups
- Advocacy
Other Benefits
- Peer recognition and awards
- Professional indemnity insurance (PII)
- Discounts on Wellness Footwear
- ACORN Corporate QANTAS Club
- State and Territory membership related benefits
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
Local Area Liaison (LAL)
The Local Area Liaison is a financial member of ACORN Qld interested in representing ACORN Queensland at a local level.
Appointment to the this committee would not only be a recognition of your expertise, but it would also provide you with a platform to network and engage with other influential professionals in the industry.
Your contributions would carry weight and help shape the future of perioperative nursing
Local Area Liaison expectations:
- Maintain financial membership to ACORN Qld
- Subscribe to the values and principles of ACORN Qld
- Represent Acorn Qld within your local area
- Organise one local education day a year ( in conjunction with ACORN committee – no-one expects you to do this alone)
- Promote ACORN Qld and the ACORN standards
Nominate Now
Do you believe that your unique perspective, experience, and dedication would be invaluable to the committee’s work?
Do you have a commitment to excellence and passion for perioperative nursing?
Do you align with the committee’s mission, making you an ideal candidate for this important role?
SCHOLARSHIPS
- ACORN
- ACN Scholarships, grants and Awards
- ANMC Scholarship
- Health workforce Queensland
- QNMU scholarships
- ACORN QLD scholarships (coming soon!)
EVENTS
17th June 2023 - ACORN Qld and the Friendly Society Private Hospital Education day
Sponsors 3M, Ansell and Smith and Nephew
28 and 29th October - Minor Conference includes the AGM
Download - ACORN QLD 2023 Minor Conference Prospectus PDF - 3.9MB
AGM Zoom Link at 1400hrs - Click here >
