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🏆 Irish Healthcare Awards 2026 🏆

We are delighted to be attending the Irish Healthcare Awards this evening, where the IGPNEA has been shortlisted in two categories.

Please note: The IGPNEA office will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday 4th November, as our staff will be travelling.
November 3, 2026 at 3:23 PM
📩 The latest issue of the IGPNEA Quarterly Educational Journal is here!

This bumper issue is packed with educational articles, clinical updates and highlights from our Annual Conference.

Happy reading!
November 3, 2026 at 1:25 PM
💙 A HUGE THANK YOU! 💙

We are delighted to announce that an incredible €1,125 was raised for CRY Ireland through our 2026 IGPNEA Conference Charity Raffle! 🎉

#IGPNEA #CRYIreland
October 10, 2026 at 12:16 PM
🎉 Exciting News from the IGPNEA! 🎉

The Irish General Practice Nurses Educational Association (IGPNEA) is delighted to announce Insa Larkin as our new Director of Education!

#IGPNEA #GeneralPracticeNursing #NurseEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #NursingLeadership
October 9, 2026 at 12:32 PM
A fantastic day of learning at the HERALD Study Day in Galway on Saturday, 3rd October 2026.

We were delighted to see Sharon Kinsella, National Chairperson of the IGPNEA, chairing the day, which brought together expert speakers to explore the important connections between HEart : RenAL : Diabetes.
October 6, 2026 at 11:17 AM
📢 Did you miss our webinar on SATU and the Role of the GPN? Maybe you joined us and would simply like to watch it back?

🎥 The recording is available! To request the link, simply email Linda at info@igpnea.ie 📧

#IGPNEA #GPN #GeneralPracticeNursing #SATU #NursingEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment
September 16, 2026 at 11:56 AM
📢 Expressions of Interest are now open for the IGPNEA Principles of General Practice Nursing Course 2027.

🩺 7-week programme
🎓 Build your GPN knowledge, skills & confidence

Interested? Register your interest 👇
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#GeneralPracticeNursing #IGPNEA #Nursing
September 15, 2026 at 1:00 PM
The Irish General Practice Nurses Educational Association (IGPNEA) has issued a statement regarding recent public discussion surrounding a 2026 conference on lactation.

Please see our full statement below.
September 15, 2026 at 8:51 AM
𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟏𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫.

There is still time to register via: igpnea.glueup.com/event/satu-t...
SATU & The Role of The GPN | Irish General Practice Nurses Educational Association (IGPNEA)
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September 10, 2026 at 11:47 AM
📅 Important Dates – IGPNEA 2026 Conference

Planning to join us for the IGPNEA 2026 Conference? Make sure these important dates are in your diary!

Don’t miss out! Mark your calendar and get your plans in place.
August 11, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Delighted to share that The Irish General Practice Nurses Educational Association & Irish Haemochromatosis Association Venesection Education Course has been shortlisted in two categories of the Irish Healthcare Awards 2026 awards.

#IGPNEA #IrishHaemochromatosisAssociation #IrishHealthcareAwards
July 30, 2026 at 4:07 PM
We're Hiring! The IGPNEA is seeking an experienced & visionary Director of Education – General Practice Nursing.

📍 Fully Remote
🕒 20 hours per week
📅 Closing Date: Monday, 31st August 2026 at 15:00

Please email Linda via info@irishpracticenurses.ie for further information on the role & job spec.
July 21, 2026 at 11:45 AM
🚨 Don't Miss This Important Webinar! 🚨
SATU & The Role of the General Practice Nurse

📅 Tuesday, 15th September
🕖 19:00 - 20:30
💻 Online via Zoom

👉 Register today: igpnea.glueup.com/event/satu-t...

#IGPNEA #GeneralPracticeNursing #SATU #TraumaInformedCare #NursingEducation #ForensicNursing #CPD
SATU & The Role of The GPN | Irish General Practice Nurses Educational Association (IGPNEA)
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July 14, 2026 at 12:07 PM
Upcoming Webinar | SATU & The Role of the General Practice Nurse

📅 Tuesday, 15th September
🕖 19:00–20:30
💻 Live via Zoom

🔗 Register now:
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#IGPNEA #GeneralPracticeNursing #TraumaInformedCare #PrimaryCare #NursingEducation #Women'sHealth #CPD
SATU & The Role of The GPN | Irish General Practice Nurses Educational Association (IGPNEA)
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July 8, 2026 at 11:33 AM
Listen to IGPNEA member Ruth Morrow, RANP, Respiratory Nurse Specialist, on South East Radio at roughly 11:20 today, talking on Thunderstorm Asthma & Asthma in hot weather.
A timely chat packed with practical advice to help you & your patients stay safe, stay informed, & breathe easier this summer.
June 29, 2026 at 9:46 AM
Join the IGPNEA in partnership with the National Dairy Council for an insightful webinar on acne, diet & the latest scientific evidence on Wednesday, July 1st at 19:30.

Register here: igpnea.glueup.com/event/from-r...

#IGPNEA #NDC #Acne #Nutrition #Dietitian #HealthcareEducation #cpd
From Research to Recommendations: Dairy & Acne in General Practice Nursing | Irish General Practice Nurses Educational Association (IGPNEA)
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June 24, 2026 at 10:37 AM
Join our Asthma II programme to refresh your knowledge of diagnosis, age-specific management, and inhaler/spacer technique, helping you support children and families with confidence.

📅 Starts 7 September 2026
🕢 19:30–20:30
🔗 Register here: igpnea.glueup.com/event/igpnea...
#IGPNEA #AsthmaCare #CPD
June 19, 2026 at 9:20 AM
📢 Join our 4-Week COPD Education Programme with Ruth Morrow, Respiratory Nurse Specialist, Asthma Society of Ireland.

🕢 Time: 19:30–20:30
📅 Commences: 2nd November 2026
🔗 Register here: igpnea.glueup.com/event/igpnea...

#COPD #RespiratoryCare #PrimaryCare #NursingEducation #CPD #IGPNEA
June 18, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Join the IGPNEA, in partnership with the National Dairy Council, for an insightful webinar on acne, diet & the latest scientific evidence on Wednesday, July 1st at 19:30.

#IGPNEA #NDC #Acne #Nutrition #Dietitian #HealthcareEducation #CPD
May 25, 2026 at 11:59 AM
Don’t miss the IGPNEA National Conference 2026!

📍 Mullingar Park Hotel, Co. Westmeath
📅 Friday 9 & Saturday 10 October 2026

🎟️ To book your ticket, visit: irishpracticenurses.ie/conference-2...

Be part of this must-attend event for general practice nurses. Secure your place today!
April 24, 2026 at 12:15 PM
We are encouraging our members to get involved in strengthening and developing IGPNEA local branches, helping to build connection, support, and professional growth at a local level.

Local branches provide opportunities for networking, education, peer support, and social connection.
April 15, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Our Chairperson, Sharon Kinsella, spoke at the All Ireland Nursing Conference on the 25th of March, sharing insights on “The Role of Education” in nursing.

#NursingEducation #HealthcareLeadership #IGPNEA #AllIrelandNursingConference#ProfessionalDevelopment
April 2, 2026 at 2:09 PM
Celebrating Bríd Buckley as she marks the end of an incredible 22-year career in Practice Nursing.

We are grateful for her longstanding support of the IGPNEA and wish her wonderful adventures ahead as she begins her next chapter.

Best wishes on your retirement, Bríd!
March 27, 2026 at 2:48 PM
A very big well done and congratulations to IGPNEA member Catriona Keye who has been nominated for two awards at the 2026 Irish Healthcare Centre Awards.

Brilliant work, Catriona.
March 26, 2026 at 10:45 AM
Advocacy for Nursing Education at Leinster House

On behalf of the Irish General Practice Nurses Education Association (IGPNEA), Rita Pender, Interim Director of Nursing Education, and Sharon Kinsella, National Chairperson, attended Leinster House today.

#NursingEducation #GPNsOfIreland
November 18, 2025 at 1:52 PM