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FOR GENERAL PRACTITIONERS AND NURSE PRACTITIONERS

Ultrasound-Guided IV Cannulation + Suturing & Wound Closure Workshop
4-Hour Hands-On Clinical Skills Training.


Locations, Dates and Times
WiSE Gold Coast, QLD – 7th March 2026, 10am – 2:30pm (Only 1 places left)
WiSE Macquarie Park, NSW - 14th March  10am – 2:30pm (SOLD OUT)

 

Investment: $250 + GST

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Places are limited due to the deep learning and practical hands on experience.
These popular workshops will reach full capacity. Don't delay!

This workshop is CPD Accredited for 4 hours of Educational Activity and Reviewing Performance

Master Two Essential Procedural Skills in One Practical Workshop

This intensive 4-hour workshop is designed for General Practitioners and Nurse Practitioners who want to build real confidence in two high-impact skills:

Ultrasound-guided intravenous cannulation

Wound closure and
suturing

With expert instruction, hands-on practice, and competency sign-off, you’ll leave ready to apply these skills in real clinical settings.

Who This Workshop Is For

General Practitioners

Nurses Practitioners

Urgent Care Clinicians

Workshop Structure

Module 1: Ultrasound-Guided Intravenous Cannulation

Learning Outcomes

You will learn:

  • When and why to use ultrasound for IV access
  • Indications, contraindications, and safety principles
  • How to recognise high-risk patients and when to escalate

Ultrasound Fundamentals & Vein Identification

  • Probe selection and image optimisation
  • Upper-limb vascular anatomy
  • How to differentiate veins from arteries

Cannulation Technique & Procedural Steps

  • In-plane and out-of-plane approaches
  • Needle alignment, angle, and depth control
  • Infection prevention and preparation

Hands-On Practical Skills Stations

You’ll practise:

  • Cannulation on simulation models
  • Repetition with instructor feedback
  • Managing collapsed, rolling, and difficult veins

Module 2: Wound Closure & Suturing Workshop

Learning Outcomes

You will learn:

  • Wound assessment and classification
  • Contamination and timing considerations
  • When to close, leave open, or refer

Equipment, Materials & Preparation

  • Suture and needle types
  • Instrument selection
  • Local anaesthetic and sterile preparation

Closure Techniques – Theory & Demonstration

You will learn:

  • Simple interrupted, continuous, mattress sutures
  • Skin glue, adhesive strips, and staples
  • Technique selection based on wound type

Hands-On Practical Suturing Stations

You’ll practise:

  • Suturing on tissue models
  • Spacing, eversion, bite depth, and alignment
  • Closure of irregular wounds

What You’ll Walk Away With

Hands-on experience in two critical procedural skills

Confidence managing difficult IV access

Practical suturing techniques you can use immediately

Competency sign off
and certificate

 

 

Clear safety, documentation, and escalation pathways

Course Details

Duration: 4 hours

Locations: 
WiSE Gold Coast, Sat 7th March 2026
WiSE Macquarie Park, Sat 14th March 2026

Investment: Only $250 + GST

Includes: All training materials. Simulation models and equipment. Instructor feedback and competency assessment Certification.

Secure Your Spot:  Places are limited to ensure high-quality hands-on learning.

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Build your skills. Boost your confidence. Improve patient care.