Boulcott Hospital Learn

Welcome to Boulcott Hospital Online Learning


  • Welcome 2026! New Professional Development Opportunities

    Nurses Success Academy is a new e-learning website for NZ nurses. 

    It is free to register and has 24 courses. 

    It offers specialized training that's directly aligned with New Zealand's healthcare standards.

    The link is here:

    https://nursessuccess.com/

    Mandatory for Ward and SASSU nurses (as instructed by our CNM, CP)

    • staff to register using their Boulcott email address
    • all staff to complete the course "Guidelines: Professional Development Boundaries"

    The link for this course is here:

    https://nursessuccess.com/courses/guidelines-personal-boundaries/

    Please note: these courses do not provide any certificates. It's advisable to either take a photo or a screenshot that will show the course has been completed. It can account for 20-30 minutes of professional development (it took me 25 minutes)

    Happy E-Learning!
    Dalia




    Penthrox (Methoxyflurane) - A new course on Boulcott Hospital Learn

    The course provides important, non-promotional information about the safe and
    effective use of methoxyflurane. We use it now for patients in SSU.
    Penthrox (Methoxyflurane) is a fast-acting inhalable analgesic that is used for pain management in adult patients. 

    Learning objectives:

    To ensure Healthcare Professionals:

     • Are aware of the important selected risks associated with methoxyflurane use.
     • Understand why those risks have been identified as important.
     • Have a clear understanding of how to minimise the risks associated with
    methoxyflurane use.

    This course was initiated by Paula Rackliff (our Patient Flow Manager) who kindly provided all the resources and the questionnaire - thank you so much!

    1-hour professional development
    Self-enrol Option!

    Link here: https://boulcott.totaracloud.com/course/view.php?id=78

    Happy E-Learning!

    Dalia


    Perioperative Warming Blanket- a new e-learning module on Moodle

    This is a mini-course about the BARRIER EasyWarm blanket that we use to warm patients before surgery.
    It has written and video resources and 20 minutes of professional development.

    Special thanks to Helen Robinson, who provided us with the questionnaire (much appreciated!)

    The test has 12 questions-unlimited time to complete and number of attempts.

    Self-enrol option!
    Link here:  https://boulcott.totaracloud.com/course/view.php?id=75
    Dalia


    Understanding Diabetes - a new e-learning experience on Moodle

    This course is design to empower you with the information and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of diabetes, whether you're looking after a patient with the condition, you're living with diabetes or simply seeking to expand your knowledge.
    By the end of this course, you'll not only understand the science behind diabetes but also gain confidence to implement strategies for better health and well-being.

    Please note the information provided is not to replace Boulcott Hospital’s policies and procedures. 

    All resources are new and approved by NZNC

    This course has two different tests that have unlimited time to be completed and unlimited number of attempts.

    It comes with a certificate for 75 minutes CPD.

    Self-enrol option.

    Here is the link to the course:  https://boulcott.totaracloud.com/course/view.php?id=71

    Sweet e-learning to everyone!

    Dalia


    Pain and Post-operative Pain Management (Whakahaere Mamae) e-learning on Moodle!

    “Pain and post-operative Pain Management” is an e-learning package consisting of seven individual modules. Each module has its own resources, test and certificate.
    All resources are new and approved by NZNC. All modules provide five hours of professional development. You can pick and choose your preferred learning.
    Please note the information provided is not to replace Boulcott Hospital’s policies and procedures.
    All tests have an unlimited number of attempts and time to be completed!
    Self-enrol option!
    The list of modules:
    1. “An Introduction to Pain Pathways” – 50 minutes CPD
    2. “Identifying Pain in Those Who Can’t Communicate It” – 30 minutes CPD
    3. “Postoperative Pain Management” – 60 minutes CPD
    4. “Paracetamol” – 30 minutes CPD
    5. “Ketamine” – 40 minutes CPD
    6. “Morphine” – 40 minutes CPD
    7. “NSAIDs” – 40 minutes CPD
    Here is the link: https://boulcott.totaracloud.com/course/view.php?id=73

    Happy E-Learning!

    Dalia

    E-Learning Coordinator


    Back to Basics Course

    New learning on Moodle!
    “Back to Basics” is a collection of ten e-learning modules. Each module has its own resources, quiz and certificate. The subjects have been chosen to accommodate all learners from nurse aides to junior and senior nurses.
    The whole course covers 4.25 hours of professional development (CPD).


    All references are checked and recognized by the NZNC. However, the information provided is not to substitute the Boulcott Hospital policies and procedures.
    Please note all quizzes have unlimited number of attempts and time to complete!


    Here is the subjects’ list:
    1.      Vital Signs Basics (40 minutes CPD)
    2.      How to Take Blood Pressure (30 minutes CPD)
    3.      Chest Pain Assessment (15 minutes CPD)
    4.      12 Lead ECG Placement (30 minutes CPD)
    5.      The Healthcare Worker’s Duty of Confidentiality (30 minutes CPD)
    6.      How to Assess a Peripheral IV Cannula
    7.      Administering Subcutaneous Injections (20 minutes CPD)
    8.      Pulmonary Embolism-DVT to PE (30 minutes CPD)
    9.      Catheter Associated Urinary Infections (15 minutes CPD)
    10. Breathing and Coughing Exercises for Hospitalised Patients (30 minutes CPD)
    Self-enrollment option!

    Here is the link to the course: https://boulcott.totaracloud.com/course/view.php?id=31

    Happy E-Learning!
    Dalia Cristea
    E-Learning Coordinator


    Māori/Pacific Health Equity Courses

    On their e-learning platform Ministry of Health have following courses:

    1. Nga Paerewa Te Tiriti e-learning module 1
    2. Nga Paerewa Te tiriti e-learning module 2
    These 2 eLearning modules support organisations to understand the steps they can take to be compliant with Te Tiriti requirements within Ngā Paerewa. They also provide practical ways for providers and their staff to fulfil their requirements.
    The modules include an
    · introduction to Ngā Paerewa
    · introduction to the articles and principles of Te Tiriti and how they apply to Ngā Paerewa
    · explanation of equity, cultural safety and Te Ao Māori
    · explanation of how Ngā Paerewa fits in to Pae ora
    · introduction to working with Māori organisations
    · introduction to Pae ora
     First module is more for nurses and healthcare workers. It is packed with practical advises and real scenarios and comes with a certificate for professional development
    The second one is the next level!

    The link to these courses is here: https://learnonline.health.nz/totara/catalog/index.php  
    Note: you need to set up a free account on LearnOnline platform (Ministry of Health e-learning platform)

    And more Māori Culture study...

    Caring for Kaumatua (Elderly Māori patients)- New Course on Moodle

    This course 

    • offers a conversation starter, encouraging health professionals to fully explore the individual cultural needs of kaumātua and their whānau/family

     • shares cultural concepts that are relevant to caring for kaumātua and so increases awareness of and sensitivity to cultural needs

    It is self-enrolling and has a 11-question quiz. The quiz has unlimited number of attempts and no time frame

    A certificate of 1-hour CPD is provided 
    Link for "Caring for Kaumatua- elderly Māori patients " here: https://boulcott.totaracloud.com/course/view.php?id=72

    Happy E-learning!

    Dalia

    New e-learning module about Medicine Reconciliation!

    Medicine reconciliation is about obtaining the most accurate list of patient medicines, allergies and adverse drug reactions and comparing this with the prescribed medicines and documented allergies and adverse drug reactions.

    It has a quiz and comes with 20 minutes CPD.
    Also, you can self-enrol  
    Link to e-learning module here: https://boulcott.totaracloud.com/course/view.php?id=37

    This module has been done as per our Quality Facilitator and IPC instructions, Claire Underwood

    Dalia

    E-Learning Coordinator



    2025 A New Course on Moodle -"The Elderly Surgical Patient"

    Welcome to this course on assessing age related issues in elderly surgical patients.

    As surgical nurses, we play a vital role in ensuring the best possible outcomes for our older adult patients

    This course explores some of the most important physiological changes associated with ageing that significantly impact surgical recovery.

    There are resources covering: 

    • sensory loss
    • cognitive impairment
    • osteoarthritis and mobility aids
    • constipation
    • xerosis 
    • antibiotic administration
    Please note: all resources (articles) provided are from clinical professional sources approved by NZNC
    The course has a 20-multiple choices and true/false questions quiz

    There are unlimited attempts and an 80% passing rate (you need to answer correctly to 16 questions out of 20)

    The certificate comes with 75 minutes professional development

    You can self-enroll to this course!

    Link to e-learning course here: Course: The Elderly Surgical Patient



    A New Course on Moodle: AutoFuser Pain Pump (Buster)

    Boulcott Hospital is using a new model of pain buster called AutoFuser Pain Pump.
    This is a course about providing important information and excellent video presentation not only for medical staff but patients as well.
    It comes with 30 minutes of CPD and has a self-enrol option.
    The quiz has 10 questions and an unlimited number of attempts
    The link to the course is here Course: AutoFuser Pain Pump (Buster)
    Happy e-learning!

    Dalia

    E-Learning Coordinator



    Airvo 3 Training

    The e-learning package for the high-flow nasal oxygen (Airvo 3) device is now live on Moodle. 

    All nurses in PACU and on the Ward & DSS are expected to complete this competency.
    Practical training and clinical competency assessment sessions will be run by Fiona and Mike from 13th May onwards (dates to be confirmed).

     Please make sure you have completed the e-learning package before you attend the practical training & competency assessment session.

    You will need to complete the theoretical and clinical assessments before you can use the Airvo 3 on patients. 

    It is expected that all PACU, Ward & DSS nurses will have achieved Airvo 3 competency by the end of July.
    For any issues or to discuss concerns, please contact Fiona in PACU. 

    Thank you

    Link to e-learning course here: https://boulcott.totaracloud.com/course/view.php?id=55


    VERATHON PRIME BLADDER SCANNER

    Hi everyone,
    Ward staff now have a new bladder scanner.
    Video education about this -here:



    AGILIA VOLUME PUMP TRAINING


    http://www.AgiliaASSIST.com.au

    This is the link to the Agilia Assist online learning.


    1. Select enter at the bottom of the slide
    2. Select the VP MC
    3. Select In-service training
    Two options available
    • Option 1
    Full in-service
    • Option 2
    In-service broken into sections 
    If you would like to take the quiz at the end and pass you will receive a Professional Development certificate for one hour of training.



    New: Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (ANTT) online module is now available for all Boulcott Hospital Nurses.

    The course is mandatory for nurses and is available on our e-learning platform, Totara (or Moodle), until 1st May 2023.


    This module has been bought by Boulcott Hospital and comes as a self-contained package. 

    It does have an assessment that is a must for all registered nurses; however, it does not provide a certificate. To get one, you need to take a screenshot of the result of the assessment and show/give it to Paula Rackliffe (our PACU Team Leader).
    Paula is the ANTT Course Manager.

    I have manually enrolled the nurses.
    Apologies if I unintentionally missed anyone. For these, you can access the self-enroll option.





    Here is a link to resources about "How to take a screenshot":

    https://www.howtogeek.com/226280/how-to-take-screenshots-in-windows-10/


    For quick access to the ANTT online module, click on the link:

    Course: Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (totaracloud.com)


    For technical issues with Moodle, don't hesitate to get in touch with me
    at daliacristea@yahoo.co.nz or dcriste@boulcotthospital.co.nz


    Happy E-Learning!


    Dalia Cristea
    E-Learning Coordinator





    New Blood Glucose and Ketones Monitors

    The hospital is changing out its blood glucose monitors, and it's one blood ketone monitor. We will be using a new dual device which measures both blood glucose and blood ketones. The procedure to get a blood glucose or ketone result is exactly the same, it just requires a different test strip to be inserted in to the monitor. 

    Staff could access instructional videos with a click on the following links: 

    1. How to use the CareSens Dual to Test Blood Glucose/Ketones

     

    this video needs a note – we will not be using the reusable lancet (video playtime 0:34sec – 2mins:08sec)

    2. Control Solution Testing


    3. Viewing Test Results


    For more information, please get in touch with Paula Rackliff, PACU Team Leader


    Free Online Learning Accredited by NZ Nursing Council

    1. Coronavirus (COVID-19): What every healthcare worker must know (2.0 CE for nurses)-provided by Medline University

    link: https://www.medlineuniversity.com/medline/viewdocument/coronavirus-covid-19-what-every?CommunityKey=d15198e2-e041-4be7-be2b-1cc2c8291f86&tab

    2. Safe-Patient-Handling: Positioning - 1.0 CE (for Nurses)-Medline University
    link: https://www.medlineuniversity.com/medline/viewdocument/safe-patient-handling-positioning-2?CommunityKey=d15198e2-e041-4be7-be2b-1cc2c8291f86&tab=librarydocuments

    3. Safe-Patient-Handling: Lifting - 1.0 CE (for Nurses)-Medline University
    link: https://www.medlineuniversity.com/medline/viewdocument/safe-patient-handling-lifting-2?CommunityKey=d15198e2-e041-4be7-be2b-1cc2c8291f86&tab=librarydocuments

    4. Safe-Patient-Handling for Champions - 1.0 CE (for Nurses)-advanced level
    link: http://Safe-Patient-Handling for Champions - 1.0 CE (for Nurses)

    5. Cultural Awareness in Healthcare: Understanding the Need (0.5 CE for nurses)-Medline University

    link: https://www.medlineuniversity.com/medline/viewdocument/cultural-awareness-in-healthcare-u?CommunityKey=d15198e2-e041-4be7-be2b-1cc2c8291f86&tab=librarydocuments

    6. VTE Prevention - 1.0 CE (for Nurses)-Medline University

    link: https://www.medlineuniversity.com/medline/viewdocument/vte-prevention-1?CommunityKey=d15198e2-e041-4be7-be2b-1cc2c8291f86&tab=librarydocuments

    7. Fall Prevention - 1.0 CE (for Nurses)-Medline University
    link: https://www.medlineuniversity.com/medline/viewdocument/fall-prevention?CommunityKey=d15198e2-e041-4be7-be2b-1cc2c8291f86&tab=librarydocuments

    8. Phlebotomy Refresher (0.5 CE for Nurses and Clinical Laboratory Professionals)
    link: https://www.medlineuniversity.com/medline/viewdocument/phlebotomy-refresher?CommunityKey=d15198e2-e041-4be7-be2b-1cc2c8291f86&tab=librarydocuments


    Perioperative Hypothermia Course-Now Mandatory for OT and PACU nurses

    The Perioperative Hypothermia course from our Moodle is now mandatory for all OT and PACU staff (as advised by our Nurse Manager, Colette Breton).

    The course has a self-enrollment option for the staff who has not been enrolled yet. Now, during the lockdown, it is an excellent time to keep up with professional education.

    To go to the "Perioperative Hypothermia" click this link: https://boulcott.totaracloud.com/course/view.php?id=44

    Happy E-learning!

    Dalia Cristea

    E-learning Coordinator  


  • HEALTH ABC PRIVACY ONLINE COURSE

    Mandatory for Boulcott Hospital staff

    The Office of the Privacy Commissioner works to develop and promote a culture in which personal information is protected and respected.

    The Privacy Commissioner's Office has a wide range of functions. Some of these include investigating complaints about breaches of privacy, raising public awareness, and examining proposed legislation and how it may affect individual privacy.

    Here is the link to Health ABC online module:

    https://elearning.privacy.org.nz/