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NEWS

Important news & updates from Pinnacle

Pinnacle Annual Performance Report 2022–2023 released
Pinnacle Incorporated | 14/11/2023

This annual performance report provides an overview of some of Pinnacle's key highlights, challenges and milestones during the 2022-2023 year. We reflect on our progress against strategy, and performance against key system level and organisational measures.

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Pinnacle to continue to advocate in the smokefree space
Pinnacle Incorporated | 28/11/2023

We eagerly await the launch of the new government’s 100-day action plan, particularly on health. Whether the legislation is amended, unchanged, or repealed, we will continue working alongside others to advocate in this space.

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Preventative care
Pinnacle service Christmas / New Year shutdown periods
Pinnacle Incorporated | 22/11/2023

The Pinnacle offices will close to a skeleton staff from 5pm, Friday 22 December and re-open on Monday 8 January. View specific team dates and information here.

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COVID-19
Pinnacle Incorporated | 16/11/2023

This is our main page for COVID-19 information. It contains the most recent and important updates. Please also see our resources section.

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COVID-19
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PIN POINTS

Clinical & management notices from the sector

Te Whatu Ora Taranaki persistent pain service reduced availability
Taranaki | Clinical | 06/12/2023

The persistent pain service is experiencing a significant workforce deficit and are currently limited in service availability and oversight. Unfortunately, the service is currently not in a position to offer first specialist appointments (FSA’s) and as such the team has limited availability for new referrals.

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Pathlab HPV swab kits expiry
Waikato | Lakes | Clinical | 06/12/2023

As a result of the roll-out of HPV screening delay from July to September, Pathlab is concerned practices may have HPV supplies nearing expiration. Please check all HPV supplies currently held at your practice, in particular the Buffer tubes, as the initial supply of these had an expiry date of early January 2024. If you have supplies expiring in January 2024, and do not think you will use them prior to their expiry date, please return these to your local laboratory for redistribution.

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Nurse practitioner pathways survey
Taranaki | Waikato | Tairāwhiti | Lakes | Clinical | 06/12/2023

Nurses and nurse practitioners are invited to complete this 5-10 minute Te Whatu Ora survey about becoming a nurse practitioner. The survey is part of an evaluation of pathways to nurse practitioner training and practice. Even if you have not thought about becoming a nurse practitioner your opinions are valuable. The survey is open until 18 December and on completion you will go in the draw to win one of two $100 vouchers.

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Transition to Pathlab eOrdering System
Waikato | Lakes | 06/12/2023

Pathlab has been working with practices and providers to transition them across to Pathlab's eOrdering system for requesting laboratory orders. On reviewing current usage, they note some practices have not transitioned to the new system. All practices will need to transition to the eOrdering process by 1 March 2024.  A member of the Pathlab team will be reaching out to practices yet to transition in the coming weeks to discuss how they can provide transition support. 

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EMA legal team free 30-minute consultation
Taranaki | Waikato | Tairāwhiti | Lakes | Clinical | 06/12/2023

Changes to employment relations legislation are likely to roll out soon, making it a great time to get on the phone to the EMA legal team to check everything is in place with your Individual Employment Agreements and manage any uncertainties. Call 0800 300 362 before 22 December for a free 30-minute legal consultation, subject to availability. Or book directly online.

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Ka Ora Telecare: National rural afterhours telehealth service
Taranaki | Waikato | Tairāwhiti | Lakes | Clinical | 22/11/2023

Ka Ora Telecare is delighted to inform rural practices of their recent successful procurement of the National Rural Telehealth Contract. After a highly competitive procurement process, Practice Plus, Reach Aotearoa and Emergency Consult have established a combined service called Ka Ora Telecare, integrating all their value-add services to provide a model of care for your practices and the priority whānau you care for.

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Survey: Effectiveness of IMAC work
Taranaki | Waikato | Tairāwhiti | Lakes | Clinical | 22/11/2023

The Immunisation Advisory Centre (IMAC) is dedicated to providing the best possible support to undertake immunisation work in Aotearoa New Zealand. You're invited to participate in their brief 5-minute survey to contribute to the review of the effectiveness of IMAC's work. Your confidential feedback is crucial, and IMAC genuinely appreciate the time you take to share your thoughts.

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EAP November newsletter
Taranaki | Waikato | Tairāwhiti | Lakes | Clinical | Management | 22/11/2023

In this month's newsletter, EAP raise the sensitive topic of domestic and family violence. For those affected, it can impact every aspect of their life. EAP looks at how to support them, whether a colleague or whānau member.

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Cognitive Skills: Alzheimers Taranaki course
Taranaki | Clinical | 22/11/2023

Alzheimers Taranaki Cognitive Skills course is for people recently diagnosed with dementia. This program is designed to improve cognitive function, enhance communication skills, boost confidence and mood, and empower those affected with dementia. Referral from a medical professional is preferred due to the small group size and the need for people to have a diagnosis and be in the early stages of the disease.

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EVENTS

Professional development opportunities

Hospice NZ: Keeping whānau Māori front and centre at end of life
Date: 07 December 2023
Audience: GP | Nurse | Nurse practitioner | Primary care assistant | Administrator

In this presentation Tess Moeke-Maxwell will reflect on the tikanga (customs), and preferences expressed by whānau Māori at the end of life. She will present the key findings of research she has led over the past 10 years, with and for whānau, under the direction of the Te Ārai Kāhui Kaumātua.

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Meet with Tony Muller, Waikato Primary Care Liaison
Date: 12 December 2023
Audience: GP | Nurse | Nurse practitioner

This is an online opportunity to meet with Tony Muller, Waikato Primary Care Liaison.

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Cervical smear taker training programme
Date: 11 January 2024 - 12 January 2024
Audience: Nurse | Nurse practitioner

Pinnacle is pleased to host cervical screening training, provided by Well Women & Family, at our Hamilton Pinnacle office in January.

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RESOURCES

Useful links, documents and resources

Contacting BPAC helpdesk
Published: 05/12/2023 | Document

Please always use the helpdesk when contacting BPAC.

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Pinnacle workforce survey reports 2023
Published: 05/12/2023 | 10 files | Document

Read the The Pinnacle General Practice Workforce Survey 2023 and Workforce Report 2023:
Results from the 2023 workforce survey of Nurses and Practice Centre Assistants (PCA).

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Clinical Zoom meeting snippets - November 2023
Published: 04/12/2023 | Audio | Video

Dr Jo Scott-Jones and Dr Dave Maplesden discuss non-subsidised medications for beneficiaries, RNZCGP statement on medical cannabis prescribing, IFNAR1 deficiency, and more.

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