DANA Credentialling Survey Results

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pricing

Non DANA members will need to pay a higher application fee than DANA members to undertake the credentialling process. What would be a asonable price differential?(This will be in AUD or NZ Dollars)

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criteria

What should be included as part of the credentialling process (tick as many options as you wish)?

Peer reviewA portfolioEducational preparationEducational backgroundExperienceRecency of practiceReflective journalExaminationCritical review and personal reflection of your workOther, please specify

(unable to tick more than one) portfolio, educational preparation, recency of practice, experience, educational background

Unable to tick multiple options!!

National Registration identifiaction of the specialty

Unable to tick multiple options!!Unable to tick multiple points; Recency, Education, Critical Review, Experience, Peer Review

this question only allows one answer! experience, education, recency of practice educational prep and critical review.

perhaps look at the comprehensive ACMHN Credentialing package

Experience

yesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesI think all of 'em but it won't let me choose more than one!

Experience

Could only tick one of the above, experience, receny, education (this will be a challenge),

Recency of practice

Critical review and personal reflection of your work

yesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesthe field does not allow multiple choices, but basically all of the above

Recency of practice

Experience

Recency of practice

yesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesthis field doesn't allow multiple choices - all would be useful

yesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesI want to tick all but this only wallows one choice

Educational background

yesyesyesyesyesyesyes???yesunfortunately unable to select more than one. all seem relevant. not sure abt examination but prepared to be educated as to need for this if others select it

Critical review and personal reflection of your work

yesyesyesyesyesyesyesDoes not allow a multiple ticks. So 1,3, 4,5,6,7,8

currrently don't support this concept

unable to tick more than one

Experience

Recency of practice

Critical review and personal reflection of your work

recency of practice, experience, educational background, a portfolio, peer review

Experience

Only allows one selection. Peer Review, Examination, Recency of Practice, Critical Review and reflection

Engaged, or willingness to engage in clinical supervision

NoIt wont accept more than one tick. No examination please!

mechanism not allowing more than 1 choice !!!!!

yesyesyesExperienceyesthis option would only allow 1 selection but I think Experience, Peer Review, Educational background, recency of practice, a portfolio.

Experience

A portfolio

Experience

Recency of practice

peer review, recency of practice, education, experience, portfolio

Peer review

As many of the above as possible

all of the above

Recency of practice

Experience

yesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesUnfortunately, can only tick one box, so, I believe that the options need to cover the above mentioned criteria, including: either/or as an option of some. It would be detrimental to disclude people for not having Tertiary Education, or having less experience than others

yesyesExperienceRecency of practiceExperience, Recency of practice, ongoing education, peer inteactions

Experience

Reflective journal

Educational background

Experience

yesyesyesyesThis will only allow one selection: Educational preperation, Educational background, Critical review and personal reflection of your work, Examination.

The program would only allow me to tick one option.

Experience

yesyescould only tick on eoption - add peer RV, portfolio

yesExperienceyesI am unable to select more than one option. I think experience, educational background, recency of practice.

This is not allowing more than one option

yesyesyesExperienceyesyesOnly allows one to be ticked - experience plus education prep and background critical review and personal reflection, recency of practice, peer review, small portfolio

yesyesExperienceyesPeer review, educational background, experience, a portfolio

yesyesyesyesI was only able to tick one option. I believe experience, recency of practice, educational background and peer review are important.

This questionis not working - only one can be selected. 1, 2, 3, 4, 8 & 9 Re Ed Prep - not necessarily only and ATOD qualificaiton. Would also inclide ongoing educaiton, and contribitions to the profession or ATOD nursing or organisaiton e.g. policy etc as a component for the portfolio.A points basis can be used for the portfolio and to be credentialled a specific point level should need to be reached.

cant tick other boxes, so answer is Recency of practice, educational background, reflective journal, experience, educational preparation

It is only letting me choose one. I would like recency of practice, experience, peer review, educational preparation

case study, literature review on specific topic

yesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesyesAll of the above look relevant.

Experience

Experience

Recency of practice

yesyesyesyesDue to the fact that the system will not allow me to mark more than one box: Peer Review, Critical Review and personal reflection of one's work; Experience; Ongoing training and involvement in D&A; reference from peer/s.

yesyesyesyesI wasn't able to tick more than one option : Education nd experience and a portfolio : similar to ACMHN

yesyesyesyesyesyesyesnoyesAll of the above except examination. Couldn't tick multiple options. I'd like to see several options that people can choose from to match what is right for them

sub committee

Would you be prepared to volunteer to be a member of a special interest group to develop this process on behalf of DANA?What type of clinicians/roles would you see making up a committee that assesses applications for credentialling by DANA?Could you name specific people, their roles and contact details who should be invited to be a part of the DANA credentialling committee?

YesNoIf yes, please provide your name and contact detailsOpen-Ended ResponseOpen-Ended Response

1NoNurse Practitioners, senior nurses experienced in the field particularly in an in-pt setting such as hospital and or community resi detox units.

2NoNurse Unit Manager - Drug & Alcohol Nurse Practitioner - Drug & Alcohol Clinical Nurse - Drug & AlcoholJill Brophy - Damascus Unit Manager Steven Moynihan - Clinical Nurse - Damascus Ronald McDonald - HADDS - Nurse Manager

3NoAll of this sounds like it has already been decided that we are going down this path????I dont support it one bit. If we set this up we will be creating another hurdle for nurses that doesnt exist for other health professionals. We are already being replaced by Cert IV workers, why make it harder for nurses to work in this fantastic field?NMBA

4No

5NoRNs, counsellors, social workers, pharmacist Addiction Medicine Consultants; ?psychologist ?psychiatristsno

6Yesmaybe, but only to give feedback on how Credentialing works for the ACMHN, and how the system works etc if this is not already been formaly discussed with the ACMHN.well experienced people who have been involved in teaching, learning and RPL activities, with a solid knowledege of core skills needed to do the work- who then all do a training package for consistency which is supported by policy.one outsider person plus ? someone from ACMHN or ? RCNA (CON)

7NoAnyone from a nursing/ psychology/ medical/ counselling role with experience of working in the field of drugs and alcohol.Sorry but no.

8NoMostly nurses and one addiction medicine specialist

9No

10NoSorry no time. But some idea. I would pay the ACMHN to be the admin part of the credentially. They already have staff there and a office. It would cost too much and expect too much of DANA members to run such a thing themselves when conference take us so much time in a small org.CNC level and above

11Nonurses doctors community rolesno

12Noclinician

13NoSenior nurses, educators, managersno, should be voluntary

14Noexperienced clinicians who work from a wide area of ATODS and

15Norepresentatives from universities,union representatives,stakeholders (public and private)50

16Noacross the spectrum of Dana members

17NoSenior Clinicans, managers, educators with currency of practice and expertise.

18NoDiverse ATOD RNsincluding those with recent mental health and/or physical health care experience and relevant credentialsacademics Educators Leaders

19No

20NoAcross spectrum to maintain relevance and balance

21Nocns and cnc nursing unit managersno

22NoIf credentialling is pursued than it should include allied health such as social work etc, why are nurses always subject to more checks and balances? So if this is to progress, it the nameof the association should change to be inclusive of other professional groups. Hence the committee needs to include all

23NoAs aboveDon;t support concept currently

24No

25No

26NoCN & NUM

27No

28Noleaders in specific areas of D&A eg Research, Withdrawal management, OTP etcJennifer Holmes Robin Murray Carolyn Stubbley Charlotte de Crispnay

29No

30No

31NoNurse Manager, NUM, CNE, NUAA rep (?)No

32NoD&A Nurses D&A specialist Physician Psychologist or counsellor Psych Nurse

33Nomaybe await further informationcurrent clinical work in D&A nursing field, management at least in background, tertiary level education up to date D&A knowledge and political awareness, need to be Australian for Australian applications and New Zealand for NZ appliacations

34No

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36NoI believe there should be a nurse academic on the panel to give the latest evidence-based research.

37No

38Nonurses working in mental health and drug and alcohol

39NoI think a broad range of experienced nurses such as nurse practitioner, nurse unit managers, clinical nurses, educators,Nurse practitioner Tim from QLD

40NoNurses who have hands on in the area of AOD.and some years of experience in the General or Mental Health area of Nursing.No not at this time.

41NoHighly skilled and experienced senior clinicans, educators and leadership roles. The assessors need to be credentialed by DANA members before they can assess others.

42Nosenior drug and alcohol nurses with clinical experience / research

43YesMichael Ann Benton, Clinical Coordinator, Hanmer Clinic, Tauranga, North Island. P/O box 9164, Greerton, Tauranga, New ZealandVariety, Those working in Addiction,such as Outpatient Programmes, PHO situations,

44Yessenior D&A nurse such as CNS or CNC

45YesSarah Ross B.Nur, GDMHN, GD Counselling, Ma Gestalt Therapy Ph:07 3425 3764; Mob:0447 054 722 email: markgillot@bigpond.comA broad variety of clinicians are important, covering different areas such as midwifery, community, hospital based, mental health and adolescent based professionalsThey need to volunteer their own interest, and I would be happy to explore interest in those that I know

46YesJill Brophy jillianbrophy53@gmail.com.aunurses who are working in the field in hospitals, community,NGO's and the private sector. Their should be representatives from all the major regions of Australia who care for patient in diverse cultural settings.

47YesEllenora_Staunton-McKenzie@health.qld.gov.auNursingDora Cocker, Registered Nurse (Team Leader Logan ATODS) Dora_Cocker@health.qld.gov.au

48Yes

49YesCharlotte Byrne 0414846463AOD Staff Specialist (medical) AOD Nurse Practitioner AOD Nurse (previously credentialled) Mental Health or Dual Diagnosis Nurse Consumer Consultant or equivalentAOD Nurse Practitioner Rose (from Lesley Anne Curran Place Residential Unit - i can't recall her surname).

50YesBenita Pope 0434040777 or Benita_Pope@health.qld.gov.auExperienced A&D nurses who have wide range of experience. A&D Medical practitioner who has experience in the field.

51YesDaniel Houston 38340261Experienced drug and alcohol nurses. Leaders from within drug and alcohol services, for example: Past managers of services or rehabilitation facilities.

52YesPossibly???Certainly some front line workers.Lynda Scott at Biala. Greg Perry NUM Biala Acute Services.

53YesToni Lacey 0458516714OSP nurses and doctors, hospital liaison or detoxification/withdrawal nurses,

54YesSkye O'Donnell 1/34 Hall St Old Bar NSW 2430rep from Aust College of Nursing Rep from Nurse Practitioner Association

55YesAndrea Thomas andrea_thomas@health.qld.gov.au

56YesTim Emerton timothy_emerton@health.qld.gov.auNurse Practitioner Nurses from range of backgrounds ie. education, withdrawal, pharmacotherapy etx

57YesDaryle Deering daryle.deering@otago.ac.nz - depending on other NZ nurses availabilitynurse specialist, educator, nurse practitioner, researcher - appliedrepresentatives from New Zealand via Louise Leonard

58YesDarren SmythSenior experienced D&A nurses.

59YesChristine Scherer 18 Calliope Cct, Murarrie, 4172. 0403 300 783 chrissyscherer@gmail.comNurses, Nurse Practitioners, Impartial third party.DANA President Colleen Blums Nurse unit Managers- Damascus, Biala, Hads, Moonyah

60YesJacky Talmet Ph 08 82683869 Email: talmet@bigpond.net.auNursing leaders Nursing educationrs/academics Clinical services managers or coordinators Advanced clinical practice clinicians or managers Clinical nurses level 1 & 2Charlotte de Creaspigny Mary Amanatidis

61YesKylie.Lombardo@justicehealth.nsw.gov.au (Kylie Lombardo) pager 9937 2506D&A CNC, Staff specialist, NP, a generalist nurseno

62YesLinda Washburn cleolane@hotmail.com 0423473309Nurses, Nurse Practitioner, NUM, EducatorNot sure of their names but a broad group of people who are working in the industry e.g HADS, Biala, ATODS, Damascus

63YesPaula Saunders 01417828311

64YesJean Clulow 2 Rayburn Drive, Kelso 2795OTP specialist, D&A Counselling, Withdrawal specialist, Psychosocial therapies specialist, Dual diagnosis specialist/nurse.Jennifer Holmes, Sydney NSW. DANA committee members

65YesStephen Seymour ( 0467-549-070) email : stephen.seymour57@gmail.comOne senior registered nurse with experience and qualifications in D&A, one experienced mental health nurse (inpatient experience including group psycho-education) a psychiatrist (D&A acute and rehab exp)and as an independent a Police Officer (previous experience as a mental health liaison officer would be ideal) and or representative from an accrediated Carer groupnot at this stage

66YesAna Gloria Guajardo Liverpool OTPNot sure about this one, but I always say that life experience is the most important credential for any role in D&A.Not really

67YesExperience anad recognition in the field. Must have a cross section of nurses with experience in other fields eg gastro, ID, mental healthDonna Ripton-Turner, Manager clinical services, Re-Gen Victoria. 9386 2876: Barb Kelly Managing Director, Turning Point, Victoria

68YesSarah Ross, CMHN; B.Nur; GDMHN; GD Counselling; Ma Gestalt Therapy. 0447054722; 0734253764Credentialled Nurses with prior experince of the process; Diverse experience: Hospital base; Community; Rural; Metropolitan. There will aslo be roles needed such as research; community liaison; market planning, and I am sure there are many more, however this is not yet my forteMargo Hickman, DDU, email via DANA Julie Wahren, After Hours Manger, Pine Rivers Private Hospital: 07 3881 7222 Myself: Sarah Ross, Intake Officer, PRPH, 3881 7291; 0447 054 722

69YesMorag Goodinson morag_goodinson@health.qld.gov.au ph : 0432127065 Wk : 07 4226 6179Senior members of DANA

70YesMargo Hickman - margo.hickman@gmail.comAcademic; researcher; experienced D&A Nursing clinicians; nurse practitioners; Dual Diagnosis nurse (D&A & MH experienced); D&A nurse with IT skills; relatively new grad nurse who is involved in D&A field; NZ representative; D&A nurse educator;Tim Emerton - timothy_emerton@health.qld.gov.au Prof Charlotte de Crespigny - Academic & researcher - charlotte.decrespigny@adelaide.edu.au Sarah Ross - Dual Diagnosis - Qld DANA member Stephen Ling - NP - stephen.ling@hnehealth.nsw.gov.au Jennifer Holmes - expertise with D&A nursing and IT - DANA life member -Jennifer.Holmes@sydneymsic.com ADCA are very keen to be involved - Jane Shelling NZ representative Colleen Blums / Margo Hickman Judy Gonda - Academic - Qld Member

in favour or not

Do you consider a credentialling program for Drug and Alcohol Nurses as beingimportant?Do you consider that a credentialling program would be of benefit to you?Before committing to participate, what specific questions would you like answered about the proposed DANA credentialling program?

YesNoPlease explainYesNoPlease explainOpen-Ended Response

1NoI have seen what has occured to Mental Health Nurses. Their college pays more attention to credentialling rather than the grass roots professional issues. Probably because it has become a cash cow for their college! Also in QLD and the federal MHNIP nurses cant be employede now unless they buy a credential from their college. This is not voluntary and NOT what I want for DANANoWe need to support recognition via National Registration not create something seperateWhy are we even considering this? I think it would be a distraction and even have the potential to create a sense of elitism, thats not what we are about

2NoThere is a flipside to credentialling because it limits the number of people who can work in the filed making it difficult to recruit. As long as credentialling is not compulsory to working in AOD then it is ok. While I would encourage all people who work in AoD to be credentialed I don't think it should be subject of employment.NoI hold post graduate in counselling, masters in research and evaluation and grad cert in research and evaluation. I continually update my knowledge and participate in continuos quality improvement and deliver sustainable projects. Credentialling will be on top of what Ihave to do. I am already ensuring that my annual 20 hours PD includes AOD.See above response.

3NoNoCurrently I don't see the need for this, particularly if it's voluntary. Nursing is already so regulated.Why make more hoops for nurses to jump through? already so regulated and defined, need to do 20 hours/year of ongoing Continuing Professional Development, ongoing study, please don't make it harder for ATOD nurses

4NoOf the four credentialing criteria that are suggested three are covered by the new national registration requirements i.e. recency of practice; education requirements; continuing professional development.NoA big waste of time and energy. The draft set of standards are far too general or generic in nature and just a lot of bureaucratic and academic speak.I would not be interested in participating. Sustaining any program over time and keeping any set of standards contemporary would be difficult.

5NoI think that Drug and Alcohol nurses are already credentialled via their specific post graduate tertiary qualifications and continuing education. I think legislation should protect the title "drug and Alcohol clinician" and be linked to post graduate tertiary qualifications.NoAnyone can be "credentialled" by ticking off basic skills. More paperwork and expense

6NoThere are a lack of Drug and Alcohol Nurses in Australia and New Zealand. We need more education in Drug and Alcohol Nursing and a greater increase in numbers before we start imposing strictures upon our population base. Having further bureauratic obligations in addition to those imposed by AHPRA will not further the cause of Drug and Alcohol Nursing. We need more education and more people drawn into the profession.NoI am also a mental health nurse. Prior to disastrous decisions by the Australian College of Mental Health Nursing, I was a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in South Australia. And proud of it. The College of Mental Health Nursing decided not to have a separate register for mental health nurses and substituted Credentialling within the College. Midwives continue to have a seperate registration. Credentialling for mental health nurses was supposed to differentiate registered nurses from those with special qualifications in mental health nursing. Credentialling for mental health nurses has not been effective. Employers take absolutely no notice of whether one is a credentialled mental health nurse or a registered nurse with a qualification in mental health. If Credentialling has not worked for Mental Health Nurses (which have a much larger population) why would it be effective for Drug and Alcohol Nursing?This will be a lot of talk and a lot of meetings. The process by which Drug and Alcohol Nurses become credentialled will be laborious and require much paper shuffling. And it will amount to little.

7NoI feel this is just another money making scheme that only benefits the organisation and not the individualNomy nursing career will end over the next 10 years.You claim it will be voluntary, do you foresee this being mandatory for AOD nurses in the future? Why must one be a member of DANA to get this at a discounted rate? I feel it should be equal for all.Same cost for every applicant.

8NoNo

9YesYesWill there be more workshops , and Seminars in New Zealand?

10YesYesHow do you intend to do this and how will it be implemeted to state nurses through the health service??

11YesYesnone at this stage as have read email which has answered my questions thus far

12YesIt would demonstrate that my practice is current, competent and in line with best practice standards; ultimately aiming to improve outcomes for clients.YesYes, it would help to maintain currency of drug and alcohol nursing,demonstrate my professionalism and gain professional recognition in the workplace.How long it will take to complete, how often it needs to be undertaken, how much it is going to cost.

13YesCan be recognition for experience and ongoing trainingYesAs per previousHow Credentialling will benefit nurses whom specialise in Drug and Alcohol Treatment

14YesYes

15YesThis is an important process but after speaking to peers I think we should be mindful of the fact that many nurses have been "put off" from applying for credentialling in other fields because of the shear amount of paper work! I also believe that training/education is essential but the cost and access to appropiate courses is problematic for many nurses.YesThis process may lift the profile of D&A nurses thus encouraging other nurses to commit to the process.What are the professional benefits for a credentialed nurse? Do we intend to suggest that only credetialed nurses should be employed in the field?

16YesRecognition of service & if transfering to other jobs in the same sector will assist in validation of serviceYesBy being recognises as a credentialed member of this field of serviceWhat are the requirements to being credentialled, does one have to have specific qualifications or is years of practice sufficient

17YesYeswould contribute to CPD.

18YesStandardisation, promotion of best practice and continuing educationYessee aboveAn understanding of the work involved, the content and structure of the credentiallying process

19YesNoI doubt I would meet the criterion because I dont clinically work in the Drug & Alcohol field, but in mental health- what will the award be titled? - will the Credential be recognised by DoHA or another govt agency for private work? - will the credential allow people to apply to work in programs as specialist A&D nurses? - will there be a credential for ENs? - will DANA produce prof development activitites for cred nurses only?

20YesAs with mental health, credentialling will enable a national standard to be maintained and let others know you have attaind a standard to practice.YesThis will enable me to offer my patients assurance that my practice is current and I have attaind a nationally reconised standard.Will overseas qualifications be recognised.

21YesYes

22YesCredentialling can serve to promote career advancement, open up employment prospects and signal that you are a leader in your specialty area of nursing.YesImportantly, credentialling would allow us to be accountable for my own professional standards through self regulation of our my specialty area of nursing.nil

23YesTo set a standard. Offer members somewhere to head. Keep up with the College of MHN. Use the College's list of activities as a good starting pointYesMaybe not sureThe criteria needs to be clear and unabiguous. ACMHN changed their early last year and have left in hospital based training certificate, then say a Dipolma is a minimum, confusing

24YesYesnil

25Yesprofessional recognitionYesprofessional standing

26YesYesAfter a nurse credentialled, will this be able to be used to gain weight to restructure positions with the current employer

27YesYesWhat the process is and who will determine who is credentialled. What qualifications are needed.

28YesYesHow will a credentialled AOD Nurse be identified by peers and colleagues to ensure recognition?

29YesAfter 25yrs in A&D I still believe that our clients are a mix of Medical as well as MH and dependence issuesYesCan see a need for specialists in Gp and othe OP clinics as there is very few IP beds specifically for withdrawal management

30YesIt is important to be able to identify levels of experience within the field of drug and alcohol for career advancement and for financial reward. Having credentials in an area often validates the work that is being done by the professional. It will also lead to standardise care and delivery. It unites a group of people who can then use this platform to lobby for more support in the sector.YesValidation and future employment prospects.What will be involved? Will it be available over distance?

31YesYesHow long and involved the process would be?

32Yesto identify and qualify what we doYesneed to be all on the same page.none

33YesYeslength of time and cost

34YesUniform standarts and specialty recognition for Drug and Alcohol Nurses.YesThe MH umbrella does not fit the requirements od DANHow to implement Drug and Alcohol components as compulsary into the curriculum for nurses

35Yesthis could give weight to the years of experience that some members in the field have. If one is credentialled in another field could that be accounted for in the dana credentialingYesas aboveunderstand the processes involved and ability to obtain credits needed for practice in this field.

36YesProvide recognition and substantiation of knowledge and skillsNoHave worked in the field for over 20 years. Numerous qualificationsHow will the credentialers be selected. Who will determine their credentials.

37YesThis is now portent for many specialist nursing groups It can complement the DANA StandradsYesI am unsure though as I am a professor and my role is researchHow has this benefitted other nursing specialists and what omprovemts would they suggest

38YesYes

39YesMay assist with rural areas to attract D&A nurses to shared-care models with GPs Develop further clinical leadership within servicesYesWould assist competency-based professional development of pub health services, provide high level consistency of role across large servicesIf GPs employ us can the GP get medicare fee to have clients see us, as menthal health credentialled nurses do

40YesYesHow lengthy and how time consuming will the process be? The process for mental health nurse credentialling is very daunting.

41YesYesWould benefit in terms of encouraging ongoing professional development

42YesFor professional recognition for individual nurses; for employers; to attract nurses into specialtyYesDepending on time frame etcthe process and colst

43YesYesWill there be levels & how will they be determined?

44YesIt would provide a professional platform and deem D&A nurses as having a standard.YesMedical and Nursing peers in D&A sometimes don't see your knowledge and skills until they know you, by having a credentialling program provides them with a set of pre-existing knowledge.How will we campaign and or advertise that we are now credentialled? DANA / APSAD and other conferences.

45YesProfessional Recognition. Improved Clinical decision making. Identifying alcohol and drug addiction as a serious mental illness which can be just as debilitating as schizophrenia and other mental health disorders. Improved measurability of professional and clinical standards.YesAcceptance amongst Peers. Will help to more proactive in multi disciplinary health care delivery.The costs involved. The process of credentialing. (making it a user friendly rather than and exhaustive process).

46YesYesCredentialling committees need to sit apart from but be accountable to the DANA Exec Committee. What does DANA see as teh governance arrangemetn it would implement? Fees for credentilling formembers and non menbers should be determined by how long

47YesYes

48Yesit provides a level of professionalism and perhaps confidence in the wider communitythat a certain level of knowledge has been obtainedYesprovide professional standing amongst peers and patientsthe cost of the program, how long credentialling will be for, who is ascertaining the level required

49YesYesOutline of the program. The cost and time period of the program

50YesWith the changes in funding/ federal funding models it is important to be recognised.YesDirection for professional studies and possibly better professional recognition.Cost, Time commitment, Full understanding of expectations, Accessibility to any extra study or experience for rural nurses.

51YesYeswhat planning has DANA in place to ensure that their committee to undertake the process will be professional and coherent when an application is being researched and evaluated?

52YesYesCost involved Timeframe Available support

53YesThis will enhance recognition for the specialist care that D&A patients require. Supports the development of specialty training and educationa for this field of nursing.YesProvides a clear career pathway and opportunities for research and other endeavours within this specialty area of nursing. Provides a workforce benchmark for employment into speciality areas.Time an cost to prepare, What will it give me as far as workforce development opportunities within NSW Health, if any? Will I need to consider further study requirements, eg Masters degree etc?

54YesYesIncrease my confidence and capacity to practice safely.Mainly from a practical point of view I would need to understand the process and what I need to undertake, the steps I guess. I don't work in a clinical role currently but wish to maintain my confidence to practice.

55YesYes

56YesDrug and Alcohol Nurses work with complex clients, who mainly have a dual diagnosis.YesIt uis important for consumers to be aware that the nurse looking after them has specialised skills and knowledge.I think it should be voluntary, and not related to employment outcomes.

57YesYes

58YesI believe that evidence based practice is a most important part of one's ongoing training and expertise. Credentialling provides this scope thereby ensuring members are kept up to date with best practice so enabling them to support their clients more proactivelyYesAs a mental health nurse providing inpatient psycho-education programs I am finding that a majority of our clients have in fact dual diagnosis. Your program would provide me with additional specialist skill base/broader network of collegues to discuss more detailed evidence based practice senarios and hopefully provide that "leading edge" approach to treatment/mget of clientsOur time as mental health nurses is already stretched to the "limit" and I am constantly seeking ways to be proactive in delivering a best practice approach to care...How will the DANA program assist me with this goal?

59YesYesWhat are the requirements?

60YesNoNot in a direct client care role

61YesFills a gap in standardising training. Professional development tool.YesSets training goals for me that will match my chorts skills and development needs

62YesDrug and Alcohol is for me one of the most important areas of nursing because the way drugs and alcohol affect the life of people. If there were no treatment for them the only place they will end up is in goal or dead.NoWhen I was younger yes, now I am closed to my retirement age and looking forward to it.

63YesEnhances our professional identityYesWould help professionally and possibly be favourable for prospective employersI have no specific questions at this time. I have been to information session on this topic

64YesConsistency and recognition of best of practice across AustraliaYesRecognition of being accepted as working in a specialist areaExactly what will it give me or is the process idealistic

65YesYesWould this be like auditing a nurse in the area of AOD?

66YesYesHow would the assessment process occur? Who would the assessor be? How would this be determined given that no one within DANA is currently credentialed?

67YesYeswould the credentialing program provide access to medicare under mental health programs would it be the equivalent of mental health can it establish the standards that all must have inclusive of mental health so that mental health credentialed nurses must be credentialed under drug and alcohol to work in dual diagnosis and deliver drug treatment / programs

68YesAs a Credentialled Mental Health Nurse, who also specialises in D&A, I can see many benefits. The first is that you have recognition for your speciality and also because this will open many doors for the specialist. One of the benfits may be, to achieve funding from Medicare to work independantly as a D&A Counsellor under the ATAPS scheme.YesBecause that is one of my areas of speciality, I believe that it will not only provide recognition of that, but provide me with ongoing support and opportunities in this area.That the Investigatory/Implementing Team will explore the many avenues of opportunity that will be available; as well as extended support and Supervision.

69YesYes

70YesExtremely important in these times of change in the public health system. Many of the D&A areas are being swallowed up by Mental Health and we need to make ourselves stand out as specialist D&A practitioners. I think that offering this program would help DANA grow as a peak body as well. It is great to be able to offer experienced D&A nurses some sort of recognition for their knowledge and expertise even if they don't have the formal qualifications through academic achievements as well.YesIt would help prove that I am a specialist nurse with specialist skills and an advanced practitioner in my field. It would help me look attractive to employers if I am applying for a new position as a D&A nurse.No further questions at this stage. Several have been raised which I have noted down during the few presentations that we have already run through DANA networks.

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In Favour of Credentialling

membership

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Where do you live?Are you a DANA member?Do you consider a credentialling program for Drug and Alcohol Nurses as beingimportant?Do you consider that a credentialling program would be of benefit to you?Before committing to participate, what specific questions would you like answered about the proposed DANA credentialling program?Would you be prepared to volunteer to be a member of a special interest group to develop this process on behalf of DANA?What should be included as part of the credentialling process (tick as many options as you wish)?What type of clinicians/roles would you see making up a committee that assesses applications for credentialling by DANA?Could you name specific people, their roles and contact details who should be invited to be a part of the DANA credentialling committee?Non DANA members will need to pay a higher application fee than DANA members to undertake the credentialling process. What would be a asonable price differential?(This will be in AUD or NZ Dollars)

NSWWASAVICNTACTTASQLDNZ - North IslandNZ - South IslandOther, please specifyYesNoYesNoPlease explainYesNoPlease explainOpen-Ended ResponseYesNoIf yes, please provide your name and contact detailsPeer reviewA portfolioEducational preparationEducational backgroundExperienceRecency of practiceReflective journalExaminationCritical review and personal reflection of your workOther, please specifyOpen-Ended ResponseOpen-Ended Response150200250300Greater than $300

1NZ - North IslandYesYesYesWill there be more workshops , and Seminars in New Zealand?YesMichael Ann Benton, Clinical Coordinator, Hanmer Clinic, Tauranga, North Island. P/O box 9164, Greerton, Tauranga, New ZealandRecency of practiceVariety, Those working in Addiction,such as Outpatient Programmes, PHO situations,200

2NSWNoYesYesHow do you intend to do this and how will it be implemeted to state nurses through the health service??YesExperiencesenior D&A nurse such as CNS or CNC150

3VICNoYesYesnone at this stage as have read email which has answered my questions thus farNo(unable to tick more than one) portfolio, educational preparation, recency of practice, experience, educational backgroundNurse Practitioners, senior nurses experienced in the field particularly in an in-pt setting such as hospital and or community resi detox units.150

4QLDYesYesIt would demonstrate that my practice is current, competent and in line with best practice standards; ultimately aiming to improve outcomes for clients.YesYes, it would help to maintain currency of drug and alcohol nursing,demonstrate my professionalism and gain professional recognition in the workplace.How long it will take to complete, how often it needs to be undertaken, how much it is going to cost.NoUnable to tick multiple options!!Nurse Unit Manager - Drug & Alcohol Nurse Practitioner - Drug & Alcohol Clinical Nurse - Drug & AlcoholJill Brophy - Damascus Unit Manager Steven Moynihan - Clinical Nurse - Damascus Ronald McDonald - HADDS - Nurse Manager250

5VICYesNoI have seen what has occured to Mental Health Nurses. Their college pays more attention to credentialling rather than the grass roots professional issues. Probably because it has become a cash cow for their college! Also in QLD and the federal MHNIP nurses cant be employede now unless they buy a credential from their college. This is not voluntary and NOT what I want for DANANoWe need to support recognition via National Registration not create something seperateWhy are we even considering this? I think it would be a distraction and even have the potential to create a sense of elitism, thats not what we are aboutNoAll of this sounds like it has already been decided that we are going down this path????National Registration identifiaction of the specialtyI dont support it one bit. If we set this up we will be creating another hurdle for nurses that doesnt exist for other health professionals. We are already being replaced by Cert IV workers, why make it harder for nurses to work in this fantastic field?NMBAGreater than $300

6QLDYesYesCan be recognition for experience and ongoing trainingYesAs per previousHow Credentialling will benefit nurses whom specialise in Drug and Alcohol TreatmentYesSarah Ross B.Nur, GDMHN, GD Counselling, Ma Gestalt Therapy Ph:07 3425 3764; Mob:0447 054 722 email: markgillot@bigpond.comUnfortunately, can only tick one box, so, I believe that the options need to cover the above mentioned criteria, including: either/or as an option of some. It would be detrimental to disclude people for not having Tertiary Education, or having less experience than othersA broad variety of clinicians are important, covering different areas such as midwifery, community, hospital based, mental health and adolescent based professionalsThey need to volunteer their own interest, and I would be happy to explore interest in those that I know200

7VICYesYesYesNoUnable to tick multiple points; Recency, Education, Critical Review, Experience, Peer Review250

8QLDYesYesThis is an important process but after speaking to peers I think we should be mindful of the fact that many nurses have been "put off" from applying for credentialling in other fields because of the shear amount of paper work! I also believe that training/education is essential but the cost and access to appropiate courses is problematic for many nurses.YesThis process may lift the profile of D&A nurses thus encouraging other nurses to commit to the process.What are the professional benefits for a credentialed nurse? Do we intend to suggest that only credetialed nurses should be employed in the field?YesJill Brophy jillianbrophy53@gmail.com.auExperience, Recency of practice, ongoing education, peer inteactionsnurses who are working in the field in hospitals, community,NGO's and the private sector. Their should be representatives from all the major regions of Australia who care for patient in diverse cultural settings.200

9QLDYesYesRecognition of service & if transfering to other jobs in the same sector will assist in validation of serviceYesBy being recognises as a credentialed member of this field of serviceWhat are the requirements to being credentialled, does one have to have specific qualifications or is years of practice sufficientYesEllenora_Staunton-McKenzie@health.qld.gov.auExperienceNursingDora Cocker, Registered Nurse (Team Leader Logan ATODS) Dora_Cocker@health.qld.gov.au150

10NTYesYesYeswould contribute to CPD.YesReflective journal200

11VICNoYesStandardisation, promotion of best practice and continuing educationYessee aboveAn understanding of the work involved, the content and structure of the credentiallying processNothis question only allows one answer! experience, education, recency of practice educational prep and critical review.RNs, counsellors, social workers, pharmacist Addiction Medicine Consultants; ?psychologist ?psychiatristsno150

12ACTYesYesNoI doubt I would meet the criterion because I dont clinically work in the Drug & Alcohol field, but in mental health- what will the award be titled? - will the Credential be recognised by DoHA or another govt agency for private work? - will the credential allow people to apply to work in programs as specialist A&D nurses? - will there be a credential for ENs? - will DANA produce prof development activitites for cred nurses only?Yesmaybe, but only to give feedback on how Credentialing works for the ACMHN, and how the system works etc if this is not already been formaly discussed with the ACMHN.perhaps look at the comprehensive ACMHN Credentialing packagewell experienced people who have been involved in teaching, learning and RPL activities, with a solid knowledege of core skills needed to do the work- who then all do a training package for consistency which is supported by policy.one outsider person plus ? someone from ACMHN or ? RCNA (CON)150

13QLDNoYesAs with mental health, credentialling will enable a national standard to be maintained and let others know you have attaind a standard to practice.YesThis will enable me to offer my patients assurance that my practice is current and I have attaind a nationally reconised standard.Will overseas qualifications be recognised.NoExperienceAnyone from a nursing/ psychology/ medical/ counselling role with experience of working in the field of drugs and alcohol.Sorry but no.200

14NSWNoYesYesNoI think all of 'em but it won't let me choose more than one!Mostly nurses and one addiction medicine specialist150

15NSWNoYesCredentialling can serve to promote career advancement, open up employment prospects and signal that you are a leader in your specialty area of nursing.YesImportantly, credentialling would allow us to be accountable for my own professional standards through self regulation of our my specialty area of nursing.nilNoExperience150

16NSWNoYesTo set a standard. Offer members somewhere to head. Keep up with the College of MHN. Use the College's list of activities as a good starting pointYesMaybe not sureThe criteria needs to be clear and unabiguous. ACMHN changed their early last year and have left in hospital based training certificate, then say a Dipolma is a minimum, confusingNoSorry no time. But some idea. I would pay the ACMHN to be the admin part of the credentially. They already have staff there and a office. It would cost too much and expect too much of DANA members to run such a thing themselves when conference take us so much time in a small org.Could only tick one of the above, experience, receny, education (this will be a challenge),CNC level and above150

17SAYesYesYesnilNoRecency of practicenurses doctors community rolesno150

18NSWNoYesprofessional recognitionYesprofessional standingNoCritical review and personal reflection of your workclinician150

19WAYesYesYesAfter a nurse credentialled, will this be able to be used to gain weight to restructure positions with the current employerNothe field does not allow multiple choices, but basically all of the aboveSenior nurses, educators, managersno, should be voluntary150

20QLDYesYesYesWhat the process is and who will determine who is credentialled. What qualifications are needed.NoRecency of practiceexperienced clinicians who work from a wide area of ATODS and200

21VICYesYesYesHow will a credentialled AOD Nurse be identified by peers and colleagues to ensure recognition?YesCharlotte Byrne 0414846463Educational backgroundAOD Staff Specialist (medical) AOD Nurse Practitioner AOD Nurse (previously credentialled) Mental Health or Dual Diagnosis Nurse Consumer Consultant or equivalentAOD Nurse Practitioner Rose (from Lesley Anne Curran Place Residential Unit - i can't recall her surname).300

22QLDYesYesAfter 25yrs in A&D I still believe that our clients are a mix of Medical as well as MH and dependence issuesYesCan see a need for specialists in Gp and othe OP clinics as there is very few IP beds specifically for withdrawal managementYesBenita Pope 0434040777 or Benita_Pope@health.qld.gov.auExperienceExperienced A&D nurses who have wide range of experience. A&D Medical practitioner who has experience in the field.300

23QLDNoYesIt is important to be able to identify levels of experience within the field of drug and alcohol for career advancement and for financial reward. Having credentials in an area often validates the work that is being done by the professional. It will also lead to standardise care and delivery. It unites a group of people who can then use this platform to lobby for more support in the sector.YesValidation and future employment prospects.What will be involved? Will it be available over distance?YesDaniel Houston 38340261This will only allow one selection: Educational preperation, Educational background, Critical review and personal reflection of your work, Examination.Experienced drug and alcohol nurses. Leaders from within drug and alcohol services, for example: Past managers of services or rehabilitation facilities.200

24QLDNoYesYesHow long and involved the process would be?YesPossibly???The program would only allow me to tick one option.Certainly some front line workers.Lynda Scott at Biala. Greg Perry NUM Biala Acute Services.150

25NSWYesYesto identify and qualify what we doYesneed to be all on the same page.noneNoCritical review and personal reflection of your workcns and cnc nursing unit managersno150

26QLDYesYesYeslength of time and costYesToni Lacey 0458516714ExperienceOSP nurses and doctors, hospital liaison or detoxification/withdrawal nurses,150

27TASYesYesUniform standarts and specialty recognition for Drug and Alcohol Nurses.YesThe MH umbrella does not fit the requirements od DANHow to implement Drug and Alcohol components as compulsary into the curriculum for nursesNoExperiencerepresentatives from universities,union representatives,stakeholders (public and private)50200

28SAYesYesthis could give weight to the years of experience that some members in the field have. If one is credentialled in another field could that be accounted for in the dana credentialingYesas aboveunderstand the processes involved and ability to obtain credits needed for practice in this field.NoRecency of practiceacross the spectrum of Dana members150

29SAYesYesProvide recognition and substantiation of knowledge and skillsNoHave worked in the field for over 20 years. Numerous qualificationsHow will the credentialers be selected. Who will determine their credentials.Nothis field doesn't allow multiple choices - all would be usefulSenior Clinicans, managers, educators with currency of practice and expertise.200

30SAYesYesThis is now portent for many specialist nursing groups It can complement the DANA StandradsYesI am unsure though as I am a professor and my role is researchHow has this benefitted other nursing specialists and what omprovemts would they suggestNoI want to tick all but this only wallows one choiceDiverse ATOD RNsincluding those with recent mental health and/or physical health care experience and relevant credentialsacademics Educators Leaders250

31SAYesNoThere are a lack of Drug and Alcohol Nurses in Australia and New Zealand. We need more education in Drug and Alcohol Nursing and a greater increase in numbers before we start imposing strictures upon our population base. Having further bureauratic obligations in addition to those imposed by AHPRA will not further the cause of Drug and Alcohol Nursing. We need more education and more people drawn into the profession.NoI am also a mental health nurse. Prior to disastrous decisions by the Australian College of Mental Health Nursing, I was a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in South Australia. And proud of it. The College of Mental Health Nursing decided not to have a separate register for mental health nurses and substituted Credentialling within the College. Midwives continue to have a seperate registration. Credentialling for mental health nurses was supposed to differentiate registered nurses from those with special qualifications in mental health nursing. Credentialling for mental health nurses has not been effective. Employers take absolutely no notice of whether one is a credentialled mental health nurse or a registered nurse with a qualification in mental health. If Credentialling has not worked for Mental Health Nurses (which have a much larger population) why would it be effective for Drug and Alcohol Nursing?This will be a lot of talk and a lot of meetings. The process by which Drug and Alcohol Nurses become credentialled will be laborious and require much paper shuffling. And it will amount to little.NoEducational background150

32SAYesYesYesNounfortunately unable to select more than one. all seem relevant. not sure abt examination but prepared to be educated as to need for this if others select itAcross spectrum to maintain relevance and balance150

33NSWYesYesMay assist with rural areas to attract D&A nurses to shared-care models with GPs Develop further clinical leadership within servicesYesWould assist competency-based professional development of pub health services, provide high level consistency of role across large servicesIf GPs employ us can the GP get medicare fee to have clients see us, as menthal health credentialled nurses doYesSkye O'Donnell 1/34 Hall St Old Bar NSW 2430could only tick on eoption - add peer RV, portfoliorep from Aust College of Nursing Rep from Nurse Practitioner Association300

34QLDYesYesYesHow lengthy and how time consuming will the process be? The process for mental health nurse credentialling is very daunting.YesAndrea Thomas andrea_thomas@health.qld.gov.auI am unable to select more than one option. I think experience, educational background, recency of practice.150

35QLDYesYesYesWould benefit in terms of encouraging ongoing professional developmentYesTim Emerton timothy_emerton@health.qld.gov.auThis is not allowing more than one optionNurse Practitioner Nurses from range of backgrounds ie. education, withdrawal, pharmacotherapy etx150

36QLDYesNoThere is a flipside to credentialling because it limits the number of people who can work in the filed making it difficult to recruit. As long as credentialling is not compulsory to working in AOD then it is ok. While I would encourage all people who work in AoD to be credentialed I don't think it should be subject of employment.NoI hold post graduate in counselling, masters in research and evaluation and grad cert in research and evaluation. I continually update my knowledge and participate in continuos quality improvement and deliver sustainable projects. Credentialling will be on top of what Ihave to do. I am already ensuring that my annual 20 hours PD includes AOD.See above response.NoDoes not allow a multiple ticks. So 1,3, 4,5,6,7,8If credentialling is pursued than it should include allied health such as social work etc, why are nurses always subject to more checks and balances? So if this is to progress, it the nameof the association should change to be inclusive of other professional groups. Hence the committee needs to include all150

37SAYesNoNoCurrently I don't see the need for this, particularly if it's voluntary. Nursing is already so regulated.Why make more hoops for nurses to jump through? already so regulated and defined, need to do 20 hours/year of ongoing Continuing Professional Development, ongoing study, please don't make it harder for ATOD nursesNocurrrently don't support this conceptAs aboveDon;t support concept currently250

38NSWYesNoOf the four credentialing criteria that are suggested three are covered by the new national registration requirements i.e. recency of practice; education requirements; continuing professional development.NoA big waste of time and energy. The draft set of standards are far too general or generic in nature and just a lot of bureaucratic and academic speak.I would not be interested in participating. Sustaining any program over time and keeping any set of standards contemporary would be difficult.Nounable to tick more than one200

39SAYesNoI think that Drug and Alcohol nurses are already credentialled via their specific post graduate tertiary qualifications and continuing education. I think legislation should protect the title "drug and Alcohol clinician" and be linked to post graduate tertiary qualifications.NoAnyone can be "credentialled" by ticking off basic skills. More paperwork and expenseNoExperience300

40NZ - South IslandYesYesFor professional recognition for individual nurses; for employers; to attract nurses into specialtyYesDepending on time frame etcthe process and colstYesDaryle Deering daryle.deering@otago.ac.nz - depending on other NZ nurses availabilityOnly allows one to be ticked - experience plus education prep and background critical review and personal reflection, recency of practice, peer review, small portfolionurse specialist, educator, nurse practitioner, researcher - appliedrepresentatives from New Zealand via Louise Leonard150

41QLDYesNoI feel this is just another money making scheme that only benefits the organisation and not the individualNomy nursing career will end over the next 10 years.You claim it will be voluntary, do you foresee this being mandatory for AOD nurses in the future? Why must one be a member of DANA to get this at a discounted rate? I feel it should be equal for all.Same cost for every applicant.NoRecency of practiceCN & NUM150

42NZ - North IslandYesNoNoNoCritical review and personal reflection of your work150

43NSWYesYesYesWill there be levels & how will they be determined?Norecency of practice, experience, educational background, a portfolio, peer reviewleaders in specific areas of D&A eg Research, Withdrawal management, OTP etcJennifer Holmes Robin Murray Carolyn Stubbley Charlotte de Crispnay200

44NSWYesYesIt would provide a professional platform and deem D&A nurses as having a standard.YesMedical and Nursing peers in D&A sometimes don't see your knowledge and skills until they know you, by having a credentialling program provides them with a set of pre-existing knowledge.How will we campaign and or advertise that we are now credentialled? DANA / APSAD and other conferences.YesDarren SmythPeer review, educational background, experience, a portfolioSenior experienced D&A nurses.150

45QLDYesYesProfessional Recognition. Improved Clinical decision making. Identifying alcohol and drug addiction as a serious mental illness which can be just as debilitating as schizophrenia and other mental health disorders. Improved measurability of professional and clinical standards.YesAcceptance amongst Peers. Will help to more proactive in multi disciplinary health care delivery.The costs involved. The process of credentialing. (making it a user friendly rather than and exhaustive process).YesChristine Scherer 18 Calliope Cct, Murarrie, 4172. 0403 300 783 chrissyscherer@gmail.comI was only able to tick one option. I believe experience, recency of practice, educational background and peer review are important.Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Impartial third party.DANA President Colleen Blums Nurse unit Managers- Damascus, Biala, Hads, Moonyah250

46SAYesYesYesCredentialling committees need to sit apart from but be accountable to the DANA Exec Committee. What does DANA see as teh governance arrangemetn it would implement? Fees for credentilling formembers and non menbers should be determined by how longYesJacky Talmet Ph 08 82683869 Email: talmet@bigpond.net.auThis questionis not working - only one can be selected. 1, 2, 3, 4, 8 & 9 Re Ed Prep - not necessarily only and ATOD qualificaiton. Would also inclide ongoing educaiton, and contribitions to the profession or ATOD nursing or organisaiton e.g. policy etc as a component for the portfolio.A points basis can be used for the portfolio and to be credentialled a specific point level should need to be reached.Nursing leaders Nursing educationrs/academics Clinical services managers or coordinators Advanced clinical practice clinicians or managers Clinical nurses level 1 & 2Charlotte de Creaspigny Mary Amanatidis300

47WAYesYesYesNoRecency of practicenurses working in mental health and drug and alcohol150

48NSWNoYesit provides a level of professionalism and perhaps confidence in the wider communitythat a certain level of knowledge has been obtainedYesprovide professional standing amongst peers and patientsthe cost of the program, how long credentialling will be for, who is ascertaining the level requiredYesKylie.Lombardo@justicehealth.nsw.gov.au (Kylie Lombardo) pager 9937 2506cant tick other boxes, so answer is Recency of practice, educational background, reflective journal, experience, educational preparationD&A CNC, Staff specialist, NP, a generalist nurseno300

49QLDYesYesYesOutline of the program. The cost and time period of the programYesLinda Washburn cleolane@hotmail.com 0423473309It is only letting me choose one. I would like recency of practice, experience, peer review, educational preparationNurses, Nurse Practitioner, NUM, EducatorNot sure of their names but a broad group of people who are working in the industry e.g HADS, Biala, ATODS, Damascus200

50VICYesYesWith the changes in funding/ federal funding models it is important to be recognised.YesDirection for professional studies and possibly better professional recognition.Cost, Time commitment, Full understanding of expectations, Accessibility to any extra study or experience for rural nurses.NoIt wont accept more than one tick. No examination please!D&A Nurses D&A specialist Physician Psychologist or counsellor Psych Nurse200

51SAYesYesYeswhat planning has DANA in place to ensure that their committee to undertake the process will be professional and coherent when an application is being researched and evaluated?Nomaybe await further informationmechanism not allowing more than 1 choice !!!!!current clinical work in D&A nursing field, management at least in background, tertiary level education up to date D&A knowledge and political awareness, need to be Australian for Australian applications and New Zealand for NZ appliacationsGreater than $300

52QLDYesYesYesCost involved Timeframe Available supportYesPaula Saunders 01417828311case study, literature review on specific topic150

53NSWYesYesThis will enhance recognition for the specialist care that D&A patients require. Supports the development of specialty training and educationa for this field of nursing.YesProvides a clear career pathway and opportunities for research and other endeavours within this specialty area of nursing. Provides a workforce benchmark for employment into speciality areas.Time an cost to prepare, What will it give me as far as workforce development opportunities within NSW Health, if any? Will I need to consider further study requirements, eg Masters degree etc?YesJean Clulow 2 Rayburn Drive, Kelso 2795All of the above look relevant.OTP specialist, D&A Counselling, Withdrawal specialist, Psychosocial therapies specialist, Dual diagnosis specialist/nurse.Jennifer Holmes, Sydney NSW. DANA committee members250

54QLDYesYesYesIncrease my confidence and capacity to practice safely.Mainly from a practical point of view I would need to understand the process and what I need to undertake, the steps I guess. I don't work in a clinical role currently but wish to maintain my confidence to practice.Nothis option would only allow 1 selection but I think Experience, Peer Review, Educational background, recency of practice, a portfolio.150

55QLDYesYesYesNoExperience150

56VICYesYesDrug and Alcohol Nurses work with complex clients, who mainly have a dual diagnosis.YesIt uis important for consumers to be aware that the nurse looking after them has specialised skills and knowledge.I think it should be voluntary, and not related to employment outcomes.NoA portfolioI believe there should be a nurse academic on the panel to give the latest evidence-based research.250

57NSWYesYesYesNoExperience150

58QLDNoYesI believe that evidence based practice is a most important part of one's ongoing training and expertise. Credentialling provides this scope thereby ensuring members are kept up to date with best practice so enabling them to support their clients more proactivelyYesAs a mental health nurse providing inpatient psycho-education programs I am finding that a majority of our clients have in fact dual diagnosis. Your program would provide me with additional specialist skill base/broader network of collegues to discuss more detailed evidence based practice senarios and hopefully provide that "leading edge" approach to treatment/mget of clientsOur time as mental health nurses is already stretched to the "limit" and I am constantly seeking ways to be proactive in delivering a best practice approach to care...How will the DANA program assist me with this goal?YesStephen Seymour ( 0467-549-070) email : stephen.seymour57@gmail.comExperienceOne senior registered nurse with experience and qualifications in D&A, one experienced mental health nurse (inpatient experience including group psycho-education) a psychiatrist (D&A acute and rehab exp)and as an independent a Police Officer (previous experience as a mental health liaison officer would be ideal) and or representative from an accrediated Carer groupnot at this stage150

59QLDYesYesYesWhat are the requirements?NoExperience150

60SANoYesNoNot in a direct client care roleNoOnly allows one selection. Peer Review, Examination, Recency of Practice, Critical Review and reflection250

61NSWYesYesFills a gap in standardising training. Professional development tool.YesSets training goals for me that will match my chorts skills and development needsNoEngaged, or willingness to engage in clinical supervisionNurse Manager, NUM, CNE, NUAA rep (?)No250

62NSWNoYesDrug and Alcohol is for me one of the most important areas of nursing because the way drugs and alcohol affect the life of people. If there were no treatment for them the only place they will end up is in goal or dead.NoWhen I was younger yes, now I am closed to my retirement age and looking forward to it.YesAna Gloria Guajardo Liverpool OTPExperienceNot sure about this one, but I always say that life experience is the most important credential for any role in D&A.Not really150

63QLDYesYesEnhances our professional identityYesWould help professionally and possibly be favourable for prospective employersI have no specific questions at this time. I have been to information session on this topicNopeer review, recency of practice, education, experience, portfolioI think a broad range of experienced nurses such as nurse practitioner, nurse unit managers, clinical nurses, educators,Nurse practitioner Tim from QLD200

64VICYesYesConsistency and recognition of best of practice across AustraliaYesRecognition of being accepted as working in a specialist areaExactly what will it give me or is the process idealisticYesRecency of practiceExperience anad recognition in the field. Must have a cross section of nurses with experience in other fields eg gastro, ID, mental healthDonna Ripton-Turner, Manager clinical services, Re-Gen Victoria. 9386 2876: Barb Kelly Managing Director, Turning Point, Victoria200

65NZ - North IslandYesYesYesWould this be like auditing a nurse in the area of AOD?NoPeer reviewNurses who have hands on in the area of AOD.and some years of experience in the General or Mental Health area of Nursing.No not at this time.250

66SAYesYesYesHow would the assessment process occur? Who would the assessor be? How would this be determined given that no one within DANA is currently credentialed?NoAs many of the above as possibleHighly skilled and experienced senior clinicans, educators and leadership roles. The assessors need to be credentialed by DANA members before they can assess others.150

67VICNoYesYeswould the credentialing program provide access to medicare under mental health programs would it be the equivalent of mental health can it establish the standards that all must have inclusive of mental health so that mental health credentialed nurses must be credentialed under drug and alcohol to work in dual diagnosis and deliver drug treatment / programsNoall of the abovesenior drug and alcohol nurses with clinical experience / research200

68QLDYesYesAs a Credentialled Mental Health Nurse, who also specialises in D&A, I can see many benefits. The first is that you have recognition for your speciality and also because this will open many doors for the specialist. One of the benfits may be, to achieve funding from Medicare to work independantly as a D&A Counsellor under the ATAPS scheme.YesBecause that is one of my areas of speciality, I believe that it will not only provide recognition of that, but provide me with ongoing support and opportunities in this area.That the Investigatory/Implementing Team will explore the many avenues of opportunity that will be available; as well as extended support and Supervision.YesSarah Ross, CMHN; B.Nur; GDMHN; GD Counselling; Ma Gestalt Therapy. 0447054722; 0734253764Due to the fact that the system will not allow me to mark more than one box: Peer Review, Critical Review and personal reflection of one's work; Experience; Ongoing training and involvement in D&A; reference from peer/s.Credentialled Nurses with prior experince of the process; Diverse experience: Hospital base; Community; Rural; Metropolitan. There will aslo be roles needed such as research; community liaison; market planning, and I am sure there are many more, however this is not yet my forteMargo Hickman, DDU, email via DANA Julie Wahren, After Hours Manger, Pine Rivers Private Hospital: 07 3881 7222 Myself: Sarah Ross, Intake Officer, PRPH, 3881 7291; 0447 054 722250

69QLDYesYesYesYesMorag Goodinson morag_goodinson@health.qld.gov.au ph : 0432127065 Wk : 07 4226 6179I wasn't able to tick more than one option : Education nd experience and a portfolio : similar to ACMHNSenior members of DANA150

70QLDYesYesExtremely important in these times of change in the public health system. Many of the D&A areas are being swallowed up by Mental Health and we need to make ourselves stand out as specialist D&A practitioners. I think that offering this program would help DANA grow as a peak body as well. It is great to be able to offer experienced D&A nurses some sort of recognition for their knowledge and expertise even if they don't have the formal qualifications through academic achievements as well.YesIt would help prove that I am a specialist nurse with specialist skills and an advanced practitioner in my field. It would help me look attractive to employers if I am applying for a new position as a D&A nurse.No further questions at this stage. Several have been raised which I have noted down during the few presentations that we have already run through DANA networks.YesMargo Hickman - margo.hickman@gmail.comAll of the above except examination. Couldn't tick multiple options. I'd like to see several options that people can choose from to match what is right for themAcademic; researcher; experienced D&A Nursing clinicians; nurse practitioners; Dual Diagnosis nurse (D&A & MH experienced); D&A nurse with IT skills; relatively new grad nurse who is involved in D&A field; NZ representative; D&A nurse educator;Tim Emerton - timothy_emerton@health.qld.gov.au Prof Charlotte de Crespigny - Academic & researcher - charlotte.decrespigny@adelaide.edu.au Sarah Ross - Dual Diagnosis - Qld DANA member Stephen Ling - NP - stephen.ling@hnehealth.nsw.gov.au Jennifer Holmes - expertise with D&A nursing and IT - DANA life member -Jennifer.Holmes@sydneymsic.com ADCA are very keen to be involved - Jane Shelling NZ representative Colleen Blums / Margo Hickman Judy Gonda - Academic - Qld Member200

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RespondentIDCollectorIDStartDateEndDateIP AddressWhere do you live?Are you a DANA member?Do you consider a credentialling program for Drug and Alcohol Nurses as beingimportant?Do you consider that a credentialling program would be of benefit to you?Before committing to participate, what specific questions would you like answered about the proposed DANA credentialling program?Would you be prepared to volunteer to be a member of a special interest group to develop this process on behalf of DANA?What should be included as part of the credentialling process (tick as many options as you wish)?What type of clinicians/roles would you see making up a committee that assesses applications for credentialling by DANA?Could you name specific people, their roles and contact details who should be invited to be a part of the DANA credentialling committee?Non DANA members will need to pay a higher application fee than DANA members to undertake the credentialling process. What would be a asonable price differential?(This will be in AUD or NZ Dollars)

NSWWASAVICNTACTTASQLDNZ - North IslandNZ - South IslandOther, please specifyYesNoYesNoPlease explainYesNoPlease explainOpen-Ended ResponseYesNoIf yes, please provide your name and contact detailsPeer reviewA portfolioEducational preparationEducational backgroundExperienceRecency of practiceReflective journalExaminationCritical review and personal reflection of your workOther, please specifyOpen-Ended ResponseOpen-Ended Response150200250300Greater than $300

20946159423081945109/27/201209/27/2012219.89.85.181NZ - North IslandYesYesYesWill there be more workshops , and Seminars in New Zealand?YesMichael Ann Benton, Clinical Coordinator, Hanmer Clinic, Tauranga, North Island. P/O box 9164, Greerton, Tauranga, New ZealandRecency of practiceVariety, Those working in Addiction,such as Outpatient Programmes, PHO situations,200

20848907163081945109/27/201209/27/2012202.59.16.194NSWNoYesYesHow do you intend to do this and how will it be implemeted to state nurses through the health service??YesExperiencesenior D&A nurse such as CNS or CNC150

20623840983081945109/26/201209/26/2012203.4.223.2VICNoYesYesnone at this stage as have read email which has answered my questions thus farNo(unable to tick more than one) portfolio, educational preparation, recency of practice, experience, educational backgroundNurse Practitioners, senior nurses experienced in the field particularly in an in-pt setting such as hospital and or community resi detox units.150

20534530813081945109/24/201209/24/201280.3.190.214QLDYesYesIt would demonstrate that my practice is current, competent and in line with best practice standards; ultimately aiming to improve outcomes for clients.YesYes, it would help to maintain currency of drug and alcohol nursing,demonstrate my professionalism and gain professional recognition in the workplace.How long it will take to complete, how often it needs to be undertaken, how much it is going to cost.NoUnable to tick multiple options!!Nurse Unit Manager - Drug & Alcohol Nurse Practitioner - Drug & Alcohol Clinical Nurse - Drug & AlcoholJill Brophy - Damascus Unit Manager Steven Moynihan - Clinical Nurse - Damascus Ronald McDonald - HADDS - Nurse Manager250

20524816153081945109/24/201209/24/2012144.132.29.118VICYesNoI have seen what has occured to Mental Health Nurses. Their college pays more attention to credentialling rather than the grass roots professional issues. Probably because it has become a cash cow for their college! Also in QLD and the federal MHNIP nurses cant be employede now unless they buy a credential from their college. This is not voluntary and NOT what I want for DANANoWe need to support recognition via National Registration not create something seperateWhy are we even considering this? I think it would be a distraction and even have the potential to create a sense of elitism, thats not what we are aboutNoAll of this sounds like it has already been decided that we are going down this path????National Registration identifiaction of the specialtyI dont support it one bit. If we set this up we will be creating another hurdle for nurses that doesnt exist for other health professionals. We are already being replaced by Cert IV workers, why make it harder for nurses to work in this fantastic field?NMBAGreater than $300

20522560243081945109/24/201209/24/2012144.131.213.9QLDYesYesCan be recognition for experience and ongoing trainingYesAs per previousHow Credentialling will benefit nurses whom specialise in Drug and Alcohol TreatmentYesSarah Ross B.Nur, GDMHN, GD Counselling, Ma Gestalt Therapy Ph:07 3425 3764; Mob:0447 054 722 email: markgillot@bigpond.comUnfortunately, can only tick one box, so, I believe that the options need to cover the above mentioned criteria, including: either/or as an option of some. It would be detrimental to disclude people for not having Tertiary Education, or having less experience than othersA broad variety of clinicians are important, covering different areas such as midwifery, community, hospital based, mental health and adolescent based professionalsThey need to volunteer their own interest, and I would be happy to explore interest in those that I know200

20521366003081945109/24/201209/24/201260.241.192.242VICYesYesYesNoUnable to tick multiple points; Recency, Education, Critical Review, Experience, Peer Review250

20226533653081945109/20/201209/20/2012211.31.62.41QLDYesYesThis is an important process but after speaking to peers I think we should be mindful of the fact that many nurses have been "put off" from applying for credentialling in other fields because of the shear amount of paper work! I also believe that training/education is essential but the cost and access to appropiate courses is problematic for many nurses.YesThis process may lift the profile of D&A nurses thus encouraging other nurses to commit to the process.What are the professional benefits for a credentialed nurse? Do we intend to suggest that only credetialed nurses should be employed in the field?YesJill Brophy jillianbrophy53@gmail.com.auExperience, Recency of practice, ongoing education, peer inteactionsnurses who are working in the field in hospitals, community,NGO's and the private sector. Their should be representatives from all the major regions of Australia who care for patient in diverse cultural settings.200

20212116693081945109/20/201209/20/2012123.211.203.88QLDYesYesRecognition of service & if transfering to other jobs in the same sector will assist in validation of serviceYesBy being recognises as a credentialed member of this field of serviceWhat are the requirements to being credentialled, does one have to have specific qualifications or is years of practice sufficientYesEllenora_Staunton-McKenzie@health.qld.gov.auExperienceNursingDora Cocker, Registered Nurse (Team Leader Logan ATODS) Dora_Cocker@health.qld.gov.au150

20199594423081945109/20/201209/20/2012155.205.201.45NTYesYesYeswould contribute to CPD.YesReflective journal200

20199505453081945109/20/201209/20/2012113.197.8.190VICNoYesStandardisation, promotion of best practice and continuing educationYessee aboveAn understanding of the work involved, the content and structure of the credentiallying processNothis question only allows one answer! experience, education, recency of practice educational prep and critical review.RNs, counsellors, social workers, pharmacist Addiction Medicine Consultants; ?psychologist ?psychiatristsno150

20195408523081945109/19/201209/19/2012202.46.141.126ACTYesYesNoI doubt I would meet the criterion because I dont clinically work in the Drug & Alcohol field, but in mental health- what will the award be titled? - will the Credential be recognised by DoHA or another govt agency for private work? - will the credential allow people to apply to work in programs as specialist A&D nurses? - will there be a credential for ENs? - will DANA produce prof development activitites for cred nurses only?Yesmaybe, but only to give feedback on how Credentialing works for the ACMHN, and how the system works etc if this is not already been formaly discussed with the ACMHN.perhaps look at the comprehensive ACMHN Credentialing packagewell experienced people who have been involved in teaching, learning and RPL activities, with a solid knowledege of core skills needed to do the work- who then all do a training package for consistency which is supported by policy.one outsider person plus ? someone from ACMHN or ? RCNA (CON)150

20195408513081945109/19/201209/19/2012165.86.81.20QLDNoYesAs with mental health, credentialling will enable a national standard to be maintained and let others know you have attaind a standard to practice.YesThis will enable me to offer my patients assurance that my practice is current and I have attaind a nationally reconised standard.Will overseas qualifications be recognised.NoExperienceAnyone from a nursing/ psychology/ medical/ counselling role with experience of working in the field of drugs and alcohol.Sorry but no.200

20195408503081945109/19/201209/19/2012203.206.177.178NSWNoYesYesNoI think all of 'em but it won't let me choose more than one!Mostly nurses and one addiction medicine specialist150

20195408493081945109/19/201209/19/2012203.10.55.11NSWNoYesCredentialling can serve to promote career advancement, open up employment prospects and signal that you are a leader in your specialty area of nursing.YesImportantly, credentialling would allow us to be accountable for my own professional standards through self regulation of our my specialty area of nursing.nilNoExperience150

20195408483081945109/18/201209/18/2012101.161.113.252NSWNoYesTo set a standard. Offer members somewhere to head. Keep up with the College of MHN. Use the College's list of activities as a good starting pointYesMaybe not sureThe criteria needs to be clear and unabiguous. ACMHN changed their early last year and have left in hospital based training certificate, then say a Dipolma is a minimum, confusingNoSorry no time. But some idea. I would pay the ACMHN to be the admin part of the credentially. They already have staff there and a office. It would cost too much and expect too much of DANA members to run such a thing themselves when conference take us so much time in a small org.Could only tick one of the above, experience, receny, education (this will be a challenge),CNC level and above150

20195408473081945109/18/201209/18/2012203.26.122.12SAYesYesYesnilNoRecency of practicenurses doctors community rolesno150

20195408463081945109/18/201209/18/2012152.76.1.244NSWNoYesprofessional recognitionYesprofessional standingNoCritical review and personal reflection of your workclinician150

20195408453081945109/18/201209/18/2012203.0.172.84WAYesYesYesAfter a nurse credentialled, will this be able to be used to gain weight to restructure positions with the current employerNothe field does not allow multiple choices, but basically all of the aboveSenior nurses, educators, managersno, should be voluntary150

20195408443081945109/18/201209/18/2012165.86.71.20QLDYesYesYesWhat the process is and who will determine who is credentialled. What qualifications are needed.NoRecency of practiceexperienced clinicians who work from a wide area of ATODS and200

20195408433081945109/18/201209/18/2012125.209.142.217VICYesYesYesHow will a credentialled AOD Nurse be identified by peers and colleagues to ensure recognition?YesCharlotte Byrne 0414846463Educational backgroundAOD Staff Specialist (medical) AOD Nurse Practitioner AOD Nurse (previously credentialled) Mental Health or Dual Diagnosis Nurse Consumer Consultant or equivalentAOD Nurse Practitioner Rose (from Lesley Anne Curran Place Residential Unit - i can't recall her surname).300

20195408423081945109/18/201209/18/2012165.86.71.20QLDYesYesAfter 25yrs in A&D I still believe that our clients are a mix of Medical as well as MH and dependence issuesYesCan see a need for specialists in Gp and othe OP clinics as there is very few IP beds specifically for withdrawal managementYesBenita Pope 0434040777 or Benita_Pope@health.qld.gov.auExperienceExperienced A&D nurses who have wide range of experience. A&D Medical practitioner who has experience in the field.300

20195408413081945109/18/201209/18/201227.122.116.36QLDNoYesIt is important to be able to identify levels of experience within the field of drug and alcohol for career advancement and for financial reward. Having credentials in an area often validates the work that is being done by the professional. It will also lead to standardise care and delivery. It unites a group of people who can then use this platform to lobby for more support in the sector.YesValidation and future employment prospects.What will be involved? Will it be available over distance?YesDaniel Houston 38340261This will only allow one selection: Educational preperation, Educational background, Critical review and personal reflection of your work, Examination.Experienced drug and alcohol nurses. Leaders from within drug and alcohol services, for example: Past managers of services or rehabilitation facilities.200

20195408403081945109/18/201209/18/2012165.86.71.20QLDNoYesYesHow long and involved the process would be?YesPossibly???The program would only allow me to tick one option.Certainly some front line workers.Lynda Scott at Biala. Greg Perry NUM Biala Acute Services.150

20195408393081945109/18/201209/18/2012203.20.167.2NSWYesYesto identify and qualify what we doYesneed to be all on the same page.noneNoCritical review and personal reflection of your workcns and cnc nursing unit managersno150

20195408383081945109/18/201209/18/2012165.86.71.20QLDYesYesYeslength of time and costYesToni Lacey 0458516714ExperienceOSP nurses and doctors, hospital liaison or detoxification/withdrawal nurses,150

20195408373081945109/17/201209/17/2012203.52.130.149TASYesYesUniform standarts and specialty recognition for Drug and Alcohol Nurses.YesThe MH umbrella does not fit the requirements od DANHow to implement Drug and Alcohol components as compulsary into the curriculum for nursesNoExperiencerepresentatives from universities,union representatives,stakeholders (public and private)50200

20195408363081945109/17/201209/17/2012203.26.122.12SAYesYesthis could give weight to the years of experience that some members in the field have. If one is credentialled in another field could that be accounted for in the dana credentialingYesas aboveunderstand the processes involved and ability to obtain credits needed for practice in this field.NoRecency of practiceacross the spectrum of Dana members150

20195408353081945109/15/201209/15/2012101.103.28.13SAYesYesProvide recognition and substantiation of knowledge and skillsNoHave worked in the field for over 20 years. Numerous qualificationsHow will the credentialers be selected. Who will determine their credentials.Nothis field doesn't allow multiple choices - all would be usefulSenior Clinicans, managers, educators with currency of practice and expertise.200

20195408343081945109/14/201209/14/201249.176.100.123SAYesYesThis is now portent for many specialist nursing groups It can complement the DANA StandradsYesI am unsure though as I am a professor and my role is researchHow has this benefitted other nursing specialists and what omprovemts would they suggestNoI want to tick all but this only wallows one choiceDiverse ATOD RNsincluding those with recent mental health and/or physical health care experience and relevant credentialsacademics Educators Leaders250

20195408333081945109/14/201209/14/2012118.210.122.85SAYesNoThere are a lack of Drug and Alcohol Nurses in Australia and New Zealand. We need more education in Drug and Alcohol Nursing and a greater increase in numbers before we start imposing strictures upon our population base. Having further bureauratic obligations in addition to those imposed by AHPRA will not further the cause of Drug and Alcohol Nursing. We need more education and more people drawn into the profession.NoI am also a