This year, we're celebrating seven transformative years of #StopThePressure! As Western Australia’s largest effort in pressure injury prevention, we have not only raised awareness but ignited a movement towards improved pressure care strategies across all healthcare settings. Join us, take action, and be the change for those at risk.
Tracy Nowicki
Clinical Nurse Consultant
Tracy is a Clinical Nurse Consultant with extensive expertise in pressure injury and falls prevention, bariatric care, and quality risk management. A recognised leader in education and guideline development, she empowers clinicians through practical, engaging training that drives best practice in patient care across acute and community settings.
Ilissa Liew
Focused Educator - Sleep Support Surfaces
Ilissa is a senior OT and Unicare Health’s Focused Educator in Sleep Support Surfaces. She facilitates clinical training on electric profiling beds, pressure care mattresses, and positioning aids, empowering clinicians to prescribe effective solutions for pressure injury prevention and management while improving comfort, independence, and outcomes for clients.
Crystal Chan
Focused Educator – Bathroom Mobility Solutions
Crystal a senior OT and Unicare Health’s Focused Educator in Bathroom Mobility Solutions. She delivers clinical training to empower therapists in prescribing and scripting equipment. Crystal specialises in customisation, modifications, and overcoming space limitations, creating practical bathroom solutions that enhance independence and diverse client needs.
Join us in leading the change against pressure injuries. #StopThePressure is Western Australia’s largest initiative dedicated to prevention & management. Over seven years, we've united thousands of passionate healthcare professionals dedicated to this cause.
Our team of expert clinical trainers travel the globe to bring you the latest in pressure injury research and innovations. What are the current best practices? Leverage their expertise to learn and share. Don’t miss the chance to discover something new!
Bring your party of work friends and we'll serve the platters! We’re rolling out the red carpet for everyone committed to this cause. #StopThePressure isn’t just a campaign; it’s a community. Expand your knowledge, take action, and be the change for those at risk.
Join us on the eve of Worldwide STOP Pressure Injury Day for a free seminar designed to advance clinical expertise in pressure injury prevention and management.
Drawing on the 4th edition International Guidelines and showcasing emerging innovations in prevention and treatment, this event offers clinicians the latest evidence-based strategies and practical insights to improve clinical outcomes.
This year, we’re excited to welcome Tracy Nowicki as our guest speaker. As a Clinical Nurse Consultant and a leading authority in pressure injury care, Tracy will bring the International Guidelines to life, share up-to-date strategies, and offer practical insights from her extensive frontline experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field!
Transform your team event into an impactful drive of awareness and education by booking an expert trainer. Our dynamic toolbox sessions explore the latest strategies for preventing and managing pressure injuries, by focusing on a specific subject matter. Whether at your workplace or at Unicare, we’ll provide a delightful platter for your team to enjoy while they learn. Choose a subject matter from the list below or contact us to discuss your needs.
Maximising Bed Functions for Effective Pressure Care & Positioning in Community Health Settings
Explore clinical features of electric profiling beds and how to utilize them to their fullest potential. Learn practical techniques for repositioning individuals safely and effectively in the home to reduce the risk of pressure injuries.
(1.5 hours)
Selecting Mattresses for Residential Aged Care:
Tailoring Choices for Comfort and Support
Explore the critical factors influencing mattress selection for elderly individuals, including comfort, support, and pressure relief. Understand clinical features and their benefits to make informed decisions that promote better sleep and overall well-being for those in your care.
(1 hour)
Prescribing Shower Commodes with a Pressure Care Focus
Mastering effective pressure care techniques for shower commode users is essential for preventing complications related to extended sitting and immobility. Learn to safeguard skin integrity and reduce the risk of tissue damage.
(1 hour)
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Unicare's #StopThePressure campaign is Western Australia's largest effort aimed at preventing pressure injuries through education and the dissemination of effective prevention and management techniques.
#StopThePressure is designed to equip clinicians and caregivers with the latest information and techniques to deliver effective care for pressure injuries, which are a significant issue in healthcare due to their prevalence and the pain they cause to vulnerable populations.
#StopThePressure includes various events, such as seminars and workshops, that focus on sharing new developments and technologies in pressure injury treatment and care. These events are part of a broader effort to build a community focused on reducing the impact of pressure injuries across Australia. The campaign also emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary teamwork and technological innovations in managing pressure injuries.
This groundbreaking initiative has had a widespread positive impact on pressure injury care and was recognized as a finalist for Outstanding Achievement in Injury Recovery at the 2021 Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion Awards.
#stopthepressure is an initiative driven by Unicare Health to stop pressure injuries (PIs) from developing through the education of effective prevention & management techniques and intelligent use of pressure care devices.
#stopthepressure was formed to provide up-to-date pressure care education and reinforces the clinical methodologies from the International Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of PIs.
This initiative began in 2018 and is delivered year-round through workshops, seminars, community events and masterclasses.
#stopthepressure is delivered through collaboration with providers caring for high-risk populations such as hospitals, aged care and disability providers.
In a multidisciplinary approach to PI prevention and management, #stopthepressure integrates corporate and clinical boundaries to raise awareness and advocate, delivering targeted pressure care education to suit healthcare providers caring for high-risk populations.
Unicare measures the success of the #stopthepressure through the engagement and feedback from participants at educational events and seminars.
The campaign's impact is assessed by:
1. Attendance and Participation:
The number of clinicians and healthcare professionals attending #StopThePressure events, such as the 160 clinicians who participated in the 2023 seminar, is a key indicator of the campaign's reach and relevance.
2. Feedback and Relevance:
Participants provide feedback indicating the relevance of the seminars to their roles, the new skills and concepts they learn, and the improvement in their confidence as healthcare professionals. This feedback helps Unicare assess the educational impact of their events.
3. Positive Outcomes and Long-term Impact:
Unicare aims for their teachings to lead to long-term positive outcomes in pressure injury management. Success is gauged through the adoption of new practices and innovations in pressure care by clinicians who attend #StopThePressure events.
#StopThePressure has led to several notable achievements across various healthcare sectors:
These outcomes reflect the broad impact of the #StopThePressure campaign in promoting education and collaboration across healthcare sectors, ultimately aiming to reduce the incidence of pressure injuries and improve patient care.
#StopThePressure is funded by Unicare Health's Give Back efforts, utilizing proceeds from the sale of pressure care devices to improve the management of pressure injury care across various healthcare settings. This initiative is aligned with Unicare's 'More than care' values, and reinforces Unicare's reputation as a socially responsible business dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
Since attending the #StopThePressure events, clinicians have reported several changes in their practices related to pressure injury prevention and management:
Overall, the #StopThePressure events have equipped clinicians with the knowledge and tools to implement more effective and individualized pressure injury care strategies in their healthcare settings.
These insights reflect a broader trend towards integrating technology and personalized care strategies in the prevention and management of pressure injuries.
Absolutely! You’ll receive a certificate of attendance after the seminar, which you can use to claim your CPD points.
Yes, parking is free at the Technology Park Function Centre in Bentley. Ample free parking is available for guests, with accessible options nearby. We’ll send you a parking map along with your event reminder one week before the event. Overflow parking is also available if needed.
Yes! We’ll be serving morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea at the event. If you have any special dietary requirements, please let us know when you register.
