ADSN has had the pleasure of becoming a content partner with Rural Health Pro and part of Rural Awareness month with ADSN we’re sharing a fun Q+A with Jessica, the manger behind Rural Health Pro ( RHP ) a great initiative bridging the gap between health care professionals and rural communities.
Thanks for taking the time to be with us Jessica for the Q+A
Tell us a bit about yourself and why you do what you do:
Hi I’m Jessica and I’m the manager of Rural Health Pro.
I’m not a medical professional but a communications professional with a background in digital. I’m also not from the country, but I moved to Bathurst to study and interstate for my partner, so I have a tiny insight into some of your experiences as medical spouses and also living remotely.
I love that my role involves connecting people with the information and tools they need to thrive in these areas. Nothing is better than survey results that say engagement with Rural Health Pro made our members feel more supported as health professionals.
As you are all members of a thriving ADSN community, I am sure you appreciate how a network of like-minded people can help you when times are tough, especially when you have questions and or want to celebrate good times too.
Rural Health Pro is here to provide this support to your spouses!
We love suggestions and feedback, so feel free to reach out to us at info@ruralhealthpro.org.
So what is Rural Health Pro all about?
Rural Health Pro is a community for people and organisations who care about keeping rural Australia healthy. Our App and online platform provide our members with resources , training , news , scholarship listings and job vacancies designed to support their capability.
Who is Rural Health Pro for?
Rural Health Pro is for anyone working in rural health, we have more than 9,900 members from across Australia and a few from overseas.
Professions we support include doctors, nurses, midwives, practice managers, Aboriginal Health Workers, allied health professionals, paramedics, pharmacists, carers, dentists, students, locums, outreach workers and health administrators.
Do you have resources for people going rural for the first time?
Settling into a new role and a community can be exciting and challenging. That’s why Rural Health Pro curated a collection of videos and resources to help you settle into rural life.
Explore our New to Rural Health Collection here.
But that’s not all, Rural Health Pro will stay with you during your rural health journey, helping you foster strong relationships, collaborate with organisations that care about rural health, stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field and, most importantly, thrive.
You might also find our video collection on non-clinical skills for GPs useful or our on demand webinar about setting up shop in rural and regional areas.
How can Rural Health Pro help me meet my CPD requirements?
Rural Health Pro has everything you need to plan your CPD! We host various online and in-person events throughout the year, culminating with Rural Health Month , an annual celebration held every November dedicated to rural health professionals.
Our Rural Health Training Calendar aggregates face-to-face and online training from a range of organisations, while our Resource Library home to on-demand training models.
Plus, find scholarships and grants to fund your upskilling on our Grants and Funding Board, which is always helpful and useful for any additional training or moving.
Tips for getting the most out of Rural Health Pro
- Update your profile so we can share the most relevant information with you. You can choose your interests here.
- Follow organisations in our Sector Directory so you’ll be notified when they publish new resources, news, or videos.
- Join a group and discuss a shared interest.
Lastly, it is a great resource that can help members of ADSN as well as medical professionals feel more supported during their rural placements. Together we can bring communities together and hopefully help spouses who are often the heart and organisation behind the doctors moving a little more knowledge and support too.
Thanks so much Jessica, we look forward to seeing you in the closed group to answer any questions.
