Syringe Driver Training for Nursing Homes

Aim of Course: 

The aim of this course is to give Nursing Home Registered Nurses the knowledge and skills required to use a Syringe Pump safely following current medical procedures.

• Understand the procedure in the event of patient death.
• Understand care and maintenance.
• Understand common problems and trouble shooting.
• Understand records management and monitoring.

Target Audience: Registered Nurses, CHAPS, Senior Carers

Please Note:
Attendance is limited to staff employed by A Wirral based care home.

Date & Time of Course: As per care home request

Duration: 90 Minutes

Course Content:

This hands-on session provides nurses and carers with the opportunity to set up and use a syringe driver, including a thorough explanation of relevant documentation.

Participants will learn to:

• Use the BD Bodyguard T device and understand its indications for use.
• Correctly set up and operate the device.
• Understand and apply accurate rate settings and infusion calculations.
• Follow appropriate procedures for commencing, monitoring, and stopping the infusion.
• Safely remove and dispose of the equipment according to best practice.

Please note: This session does not cover medications or dosage calculations.

Other Relevant Information:

The End of Life Care Team has 12 syringe drivers available for loan to nursing homes, so owning a syringe driver is not required to participate in this training.
Additionally, the team can provide support with second checking and observational practice to enhance learning.

Number of Places Available: As per care home request

Cost: Free

For more information/ to book: call 0151 514 2331 or email WCNT.eolc@nhs.net

Venue & Location: With the care home