Nurse Practitioner

A Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a Registered Nurse with the experience, expertise and authority to diagnose and treat people of all ages with a variety of acute or chronic health conditions. NPs have completed additional university study at Master’s degree level, have extensive post-graduate clinical experience.

Nurse practitioners possess the legal authority to practice both independently and autonomously. It’s within a NP’s ability to assess and diagnose health problems, order and interpret diagnostic investigations, create treatment plans, prescribe medicines and refer to other health professionals

Supported by federal government recommendations, NPs are a new workforce that can help improve access to high quality care in the general practice environment, and reduce demands on our busy emergency departments.

NP Services at Shire Doctors and Dentists

At Shire Doctors and Dentists, our Nurse Practitioner, Alister, brings a wealth of expertise and dedication to our practice. With a focus on comprehensive care, Alister oversees an injury clinic catering to a variety of conditions, including fractures, soft tissue injuries, lacerations, wounds, and burns. Alister is proficient in wound closure techniques such as suturing and tissue glue application, and is equipped to provide plastering and splinting services on-site. While our injury clinic does not accommodate wound closure for children under 12 years old due to the unavailability of sedation, there are no age restrictions for management of general musculoskeletal injuries.

Aside from managing injuries, Alister also addresses acute and urgent episodes of illness, covering respiratory infections, ear/nose/throat issues, abdominal discomfort, gastrointestinal problems, back and flank discomfort, non-traumatic limb/joint discomfort, acute eye conditions, genitourinary infections, and skin infections. It’s important to note, however, that we do not offer treatment for acute complaints in children under the age of 12.

With Alister’s expertise and our commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare, Shire Doctors and Dentists ensures that patients receive timely and comprehensive care to promote their well-being and recovery.