Group: SGPET
SGPET/LMC EDUCATION NEWS/UPDATE BOARD David Long MSc, PgCert, RN, Somerset LMC Respiratory Advisor, SGPET Educator, Independent Nurse Consultant David Long began his nursing career in 1988 following a distinguished service as a Royal Marine Commando. He trained at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, where he gained broad clinical experience across general medical wards before […]
SGPET/LMC EDUCATION NEWS/UPDATE BOARD Two Travel Health Updates coming up: 6th and 13th October, both sessions from 09:00 – 11:00 via MS Teams. Book here. 1st and 8th December, both sessions from 09:00 – 11:00 via MS Teams. Book here. Scoping Numbers for 2027 NHS England funded courses and Training Grants Somerset Training Hub are […]
SGPET/LMC EDUCATION NEWS/UPDATE BOARD Bridgwater & Taunton Primary Care Evening Meeting – Thursday 24 September – The Walnut Tree, North Petherton 7:30pm Topic How can SIDeR+ help me? with Theresa Barton, Digital Transformation Manager There are still places available for this meeting which is suitable for all colleagues in Somerset. If you would like to know more about […]
SGPET/LMC EDUCATION NEWS/UPDATE BOARD Meet Paula Messenger – Nurse Advisor Paula Messenger is our Nurse Advisor, supporting the work of both Somerset LMC and SGPET. Alongside providing a nursing perspective and professional advice to the LMC, Paula plays an important role in supporting the development and delivery of the SGPET Practice Nurse education programme, helping […]
SGPET/LMC EDUCATION NEWS/UPDATE BOARD Somerset LMC Event: How to Feel Comfortable in the Landscape of Change Tuesday 13 October | 09:00–16:00 | Taunton Racecourse Change has become a constant part of working in general practice – but how do we manage it well, support our teams and feel more confident navigating what comes next? Join […]
SGPET/LMC EDUCATION NEWS/UPDATE BOARD Immunisation Foundation for Registered Healthcare Practitioners This comprehensive 3-part course covers the essential knowledge and skills required for immunisation practice and meets the national minimum standards for immunisation training. 15 September – Full day, Taunton Rugby Club 22 September – Half day, Microsoft Teams 29 September – Half day, Microsoft Teams […]
SGPET/LMC EDUCATION NEWS/UPDATE BOARD Immunisation Foundation for Registered Healthcare Practitioners This comprehensive 3-part course covers the essential knowledge and skills required for immunisation practice and meets the national minimum standards for immunisation training. 15 September – Full day, Taunton Rugby Club 22 September – Half day, Microsoft Teams 29 September – Half day, Microsoft Teams […]
SGPET/LMC EDUCATION NEWS/UPDATE BOARD SGPET Respiratory Update Study Day, Wednesday 16th September, 09:00 – 15:10 Our draft programme is now ready, please find attached. Book your place here. Important Changes to Our Foundation Immunisation Courses To better reflect the wider range of healthcare professionals undertaking immunisation training, we are changing the names of our Foundation […]
SGPET/LMC EDUCATION NEWS/UPDATE BOARD Practice Nurse: Introduction to Childhood Immunisation Part 1, 2 and 3 15th, 22nd and 29th September 2026 This course, delivered by Specialist Immunisation Educator, Tricia Smith, meets the national minimum standards for immunisation training and is suitable for anyone involved in delivering immunisations. Course dates: 15 September – In person, Taunton […]
SGPET/LMC EDUCATION NEWS/UPDATE BOARD Meet Our Education Facilitator – Jo Taylor Jo Taylor is a Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years’ experience delivering high-quality patient care across both primary and secondary care settings. She currently practises at Glastonbury Surgery. Jo’s career has included urgent and emergency care, perioperative services and service development, including helping to […]