What is a Nurse Practitioner?

A nurse practitioner is a registered nurse with additional training (Masters Degree), experience and expertise to independently diagnose, prescribe medications and treat health conditions within their scope of practice. Their role sits between a registered nurse and a doctor in terms of skills and training.

To practice as a nurse practitioner requires endorsement by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Nurse practitioners often work with other health professionals to enhance the care that can be provided.

Children’s Eczema Care is led by Jemma Weidinger.

Jemma is a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner with postgraduate studies in child health and allergy nursing and a Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner). Jemma has over 25 years of experience in paediatrics and has a particular interest in babies and children with eczema. Jemma is endorsed by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. She offers high-quality care and support to children and their families to successfully manage eczema. Jemma also works at Perth Children’s Hospital.

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