Program Overview

TELENURSING Program

The Department of Nursing implements an Erasmus+ program called Telenursing. In the framework of this program, under the responsibility of the University of Thessaly and in collaboration with the project partners, an educational program for the specialization of nurses in Telenursing was structured.

Addressed to

The program is targeted at health professionals and scientists who wish to be trained in remote monitoring and delivery of nursing care, prevention, maintenance of health to people with chronic diseases living in the community.

Aim of the program

The aim of the program is to train nurses in telecare technologies, specifically:

1. Patient care and monitoring: Training nurses in telecare technologies allows them to remotely monitor and assess patients' health status, vital signs, and adherence to treatment plans.
2. Technological Proficiency: Telecare technologies can range from video conferencing platforms for virtual consultations to remote patient monitoring devices.
3. Patient education and support: Nurses can use telecare to provide health education materials, resources, and personalized guidance to patients, empowering them to actively participate in their care and chronic disease self-management.
4. Communication and Collaboration: Telecare training promotes effective communication and collaboration among healthcare professionals.
5. Data security and privacy: Nurses must be aware of the importance of data security and patient privacy when using telecare technologies.
6. Adapt to the Changing Healthcare Landscape: Education prepares nurses to adapt to developments in telecare technologies and stay abreast of best practices in the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

Training techniques/Tools/Equipment

• MOODLE platform
• E-class platform

Registration

Registration is open until 31/08/2024.

Scientific Coordinators

• Malliarou Maria, Professor of Nursing, University of Thessaly

The program is designed to train both students and nursing graduates in specialized remote patient monitoring and telecare skills, addressing the country's needs for nurses specialized in telematics services. Telenursing is a new professional branch in which Nursing graduates can work, requiring additional education and training for the provision of remote nursing care.