“All Things NETS”
This presentation will provide an insight into the world of neonatal retrieval and the role of the Newborn Emergency Transport Service of Western Australia (NETS WA).
Kylie will discuss who NETS WA is, what the service does, when clinicians should seek specialist neonatal retrieval advice or transport and how to access the service .
The presentation will also explore NETS WA’s role in supporting clinicians and families while ensuring the safe transfer of newborns across Western Australia and when required, beyond its borders.
The presentation will cover:
Who are we? – an introduction to NETS WA and the team
What do we do? – an overview of NETS WA ‘s role in providing specialist neonatal retrieval and transport services
When should you call? – recognising when specialist neonatal retrieval advice and/or transport may be required
Who do you call? – how to access NETS WA, available resources and the information that is helpful when making a referral and preparing for NETS WA arrival
Kylie McDonald, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Newborn Emergency Transport Service (NETS) WA
Kylie is the Clinical Nurse Consultant for the Newborn Emergency Transport Service of Western Australia (NETS WA) bringing more than 30 years’ experience in Neonatology and Neonatal Retrievals.
She commenced her nursing career in Queensland before moving to Western Australia after completing her midwifery training and a Graduate Diploma in Critical Care.
An initial six-month contract in neonates at Princess Margaret Hospital developed into a long-standing career in neonatology with a particular interest in neonatal retrievals.
Kylie is also actively involved in neonatal education, facilitating NeoSTARS and NeoRESUS courses across the Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS), Royal Flying Doctor Service Western Operations (RFDS WO) and the Western Australian Country Health Service (WACHS).
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