Patient care being transformed in Region Six

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Training Programme, launched in Region Six, will see more than 200 persons participating over the next four months to support nurses and other medical professionals.

The comprehensive programme includes theoretical instruction and practical clinical training. It covers essential aspects such as patient care, infection prevention, medical ethics, and emergency response.

Health Minister, Dr Frank Anthony, launched the initiative at the Berbice High School auditorium in New Amsterdam.

He highlighted the importance of investing in healthcare education and workforce development, particularly with the rapid expansion of the healthcare system.

The health minister believes that a more qualified medical staff will lead to more effective healthcare and improved patient outcomes.

Minister Anthony urged the trainees to provide high-quality care to enhance service efficiency. Upon completion of the course, they will be certified and employed at various healthcare facilities across the region.

The participants were also encouraged to take advantage of other training programmes in the sector to elevate themselves. These include the Nursing Assistant and Registered Nursing (RN) programmes.

“There are different opportunities that we are offering to people…. If you have the desire to progress, then the opportunities are going to be there for you to progress.… We have been investing a lot of resources to train people,” the health minister said.

He stated that the new training facility under construction in New Amsterdam will feature simulation laboratories and other essential amenities to provide training for those in the medical profession. The training facility is expected to open by the end of this year.

“Over the next couple of years, we will see Region Six being transformed into a teaching hub for medicine,” he highlighted.

These efforts align with the government’s overarching goal of decentralising healthcare programmes and services while ensuring access to a qualified medical workforce across the country. (DPI)