The Palliative Aged Care Consultancy Service (PACCS) offers an evidence-based model of clinical nurse consultant-led palliative care needs rounds for aged care residents.
Our knowledge exchange, upskilling and education programs aim to increase the confidence and capacity of aged care staff in caring for their residents.
The PACCS Clinical Nurse Consultant visiting the RACF (Residential Aged Care Facility) is not a separate service provider but works as part of the facility’s care team, working collaboratively with the staff to assess, plan and manage a coordinated approach to each resident’s care.
Clinical Nurse consultants also provide education both in formal settings and informal settings within Aged Care Facilities.
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Our PACCS Clinical Nurse Consultants will collaborate closely with other allied healthcare professionals, including nurses, doctors, and social workers, to ensure holistic support for residents and their families.
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At PACCS, wound care focuses on providing gentle, compassionate treatment to manage pain, promote comfort, and provide symptom relief. At the end of life, wound care aims to maintain skin integrity and manage symptoms such as pain and odour, prioritizing the patient's comfort and dignity along their end-of-life journey.
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At PACCS we are passionate about ensuring the mental health and well-being of older people in aged care facilities is crucial, requiring personalized care, empathetic support, and access to mental health services tailored to their needs.
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PACCS provides staff in residential aged care with specialized training and ongoing support to provide compassionate end-of-life care to residents.
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Social workers play a crucial role in providing holistic care to palliative patients, offering emotional support, assisting with practical needs, and facilitating communication among patients, families, and healthcare providers.
