Join us for an enriching and thought-provoking event hosted by the CNSA VIC/TAS Group, designed to support and inspire cancer nurses at every stage of their career.
Our keynote speaker, Meg Chiswell, will present “Sad, Bad and Difficult News: Strategies for Meaningful Connections”, a session focused on what it truly means to have person-centred conversations. Meg will explore how we can navigate the wide range of emotional and clinical trajectories these conversations take, and how to communicate with empathy and clarity—especially when the news is hard to hear. These skills are vital not only for improving the patient and family experience but also for sustaining ourselves in emotionally demanding roles.
Learning outcomes:
- Gain awareness of the evidence-based frameworks and models for delivering sad, bad and difficult news in cancer care
- Reflect upon individual challenges and conversations with patients, families and carers that are difficult
- Develop skills to observe and deconstruct clinical consultations by analysing video recordings of clinical scenarios
- Apply new skills by engaging in experiential learning with the group
- Identify strategies to support patients and families during emotionally charged conversations, including addressing grief, anger and denial
We’ll also host a panel discussion exploring what it means to “flourish” in a cancer nursing career. With panelists in every stage of their career - this conversation will speak to the diverse experiences and challenges faced throughout the career lifespan, with practical advice and relatable experiences shared.
Regardless of where you are in your career, this event offers valuable tools and reflections to strengthen your communication, reinforce your purpose, and enhance the care experience for patients, families, and ourselves.
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