Shirlyn

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[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

First Nations communities across the nation have urged for a referendum - as a first step in empowering First Nations people - to establish their voice into the Constitution, as part of the Uluṟu Statement from the Heart #nursing1008

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It’s important to understand what the Uluṟu Statement of the Heart is about - First Nations people striving to be represented in the government so they can be formally consulted on legislation and policy that affects their community #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

@albit_jennin @Lifangliu_Emily I think this is an important part of having a culturally sensitive approach, where instead of dismissing or trying to assimilate First Nations’ view of health into the mainstream culture, we recognise and legitimise their differences. #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

@lizgra1106 That being said, as we play our part as nurses in providing culturally safe care, more can be done to empower First Nations people to become healthcare workers, as they have the experience, culture and expertise first-hand. #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

@C27780930Vikram @Devanshi28592 @lucyyrichards One of the practical ways is by acknowledging the trauma experienced and do our best to deliver culturally safe care to First Nation peoples at all times. Use positive experiences to overcome negative ones ☺️ #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

In Yatdjuligin, I learned that cultural safety is about delivering culturally safe care in a way that allows the patient to decide whether the service is SAFE for them to access and use. Power is returned into the hands of the patient. #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

@chenxi0299 @chenxi0299 This shows that Indigenous health is a ‘holistic’ health, reflecting community and spiritual health and the life-death-life cycle. This differs from WHO’s individualist perspective of health. #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

The Baby One Program (BOP) is a family-centred, Aboriginal Healthworker-led, home visiting model of care designed to provide children the best start in their life. They are one of the many examples of community-controlled health program success. #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

The rise of self determination by First Nations peoples was the catalyst to the development of ACCHS, transforming the health and wellbeing outcomes of First Nations peoples. Everyone have a right to live healthfully😊 #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

Having a trauma informed care approach is a new concept for me and enables me to form a therapeutic relationship with my First Nations patients, allowing them to feel supported and fully involved in all aspects of their recovery. #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

I’m often afraid of silence whenever I’m communicating with a patient. But this week I learned that silence is okay, that I don’t have to fill it up by speaking, that its time for my patients to think, process and accept what is happening ☺️ #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

@lizgra1106 @lizgra1106 we need to be more open minded towards traditional methods of healing, such as the Ngangkari, because it can bring a culturally safe and inclusive approach for First Nations people - aiding them on their road to recovery #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

@Bien0001 @Bien0001 I think understanding intergenerational trauma has given me more understanding and empathy towards the traumatic experience that First Nations people went through, and has driven me to strive hard in closing the Gap as a future nurse. #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

When life stresses you out (esp Uni studies and what we learned about carers’ trauma) do know there’s always a listening ear or a steady shoulder for you to lean on. Help is always there ☺️

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[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

For me, it was eye-opening to see how intergenerational trauma still affect First Nations people till today. I think more empathy and awareness of their history is needed as a future nurse providing patient-centred care. #nursing1008

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

I’m glad to find out there’s support and resources such as Aboriginal liaison officers and Ngangkari (Healer) available to improve the overall health and wellbeing of First Nations people. We all have a part to play in Closing the Gap. #nursing1008 #nursing

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

Picked up a magnet and bookmark at a discount souvenirs shop over the weekend 😊 Aboriginal designs are so beautiful! And Aboriginal artists are so talented! #nursing1008 #FirstNations

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

#ClosingTheGap program by the government is a good step towards achieving health equity among First Nations people. One of the first steps we can take is setting aside our stereotypes and prejudice in our delivery of care. #nursing1008 #nursing

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

I realised in class this week that generations of systemic racism towards First Nations people had led to the barriers we now face in providing them with care. How can we build up respect and trust with Indigenous Australian peoples today? #nursing1008 #ClosingTheGap

[Shirlyn @ShirlynC57]

I find it confronting to see how #FirstNations people face such poor clinical care in the Four Corners news on RHD recently. How could someone treat another human being like that, in this day and age, in Australia? 😢 #nursing1008