Exchange of Ideas" programs were introduced in 1974, with full weekend

programs on current theatre nursing, education or research topics. The "Exchange of Ideas" programs are held in our Zone areas with New South Wales Operating Theatre Association speakers leading the discussions.

 

Initially the New South Wales College of Nursing and the New South Wales

Operating Theatre Association combined their resources to present these

programs.  The Exchange of Ideas program was recognised by the Health

Department of New South Wales as a continuing education project. These

programs have provided an input of ideas to both city and country members. 

 

Our members give their own time to participate at these weekends. The

object is to improve the standard of patient care in our operating suites.

Conference Days, as they are now referred to, are now conducted and

organised by each Zone.  

 

Members of the Executive attend and contribute to the educational program as requested by the Zone.     

An invitation is extended to all perioperative nurses to attend any of these

meetings– all you need to do is contact your Zone Executive for details.