What do mental health nurses do?

We know what we do (on an individual basis)... but how do we explain this to others? How do we discuss 'what we do' as a profession with each other, with government and other funding bodies, with the media and the community? How do we ensure that others do not dictate to us, as a profession, what we do and how our practice should be limited - particularly in relation to funding and practice models? Development of a 'Mental Health Nursing Scope of Practice' - that's how!!!

The ACMHN Scope of Practice research project was launched by Ms Heloise Waislitz, CEO of the Pratt Foundation and College Patron, at the 2010 Oration and Investiture in Hobart. The Pratt Foundation has funded the Scope of Practice Project.

Stage 1 of the project is a literature review, the data collection process and the production of the 'Scope' document.

Stage 2 of the project is the marketing and dissemination of the document to relevant parties and key stakeholders.

The project will be conducted using a Delphi process. All members will be avised by direct email and on the website when your input is required!