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Photo ADF Nurses through History at the Australian War MemorialThe Director of Defence Force Nursing exercises technical control over the ADF nursing profession. Provides nursing advice and input on policy formulation in the areas of health capability, health standards and treatment programs, preventive health, and health resource policy and programs. Provides advice on the professional training and development of ADF nursing officers. Undertakes specific project responsibilities as directed.

Contact Details

Position Phone Number
DDFN 02 626 63894

SO1 NURS

02 626 63913

Credentialling

All ADF Nursing Officers, both Permanent and Reserve, please utilise the proforma attached to Health Bulletin No 16 "The Credentialling Process for ADF Nursing Officers" and fill out as per instructions on the form.

Position Statements

Royal College of Nursing, Australia (RCNA) - Position Statements

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Photograph of the Australian Service Nurse National Memorial courtesy of the National Capital Authority Library and Information Service

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