Palliative Care Nurses Australia (PCNA) is a member organisation for Australian nurses who are passionate about excellence in palliative care.

We provide a unified voice for nurses who deliver, or have an enduring interest in, palliative care policy, practice, research and education.

Our goal is to support our members to provide high quality, evidence-based palliative care services for patients at the end of life, and their families.

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PCNA Conference

Palliative Care Nurses Australia’s Biennial Conference
10-12 June, 2026

Adelaide Convention Centre, Tarndanya/Adelaide.

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Benefits of membership

Yearly membership with NEW subscription option.

VIP Subscription to PCNA's Monthly Newsletter
Member-Exclusive Educational Webinars
Invitation to Join Special Interest Groups
Opportunity to Shape Position Statements and Government Submissions
Opportunity to represent PCNA nationally as needed.
Online Access to the Journal of Palliative Medicine
Exclusive Discounts on PCNA and Palliative Care Nurses New Zealand Conferences
Associate Membership to the European Association for Palliative Care (EAPC)
Timely Updates on Palliative Care Nursing Trends and Events
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New PCNA webinar - "Conversations with children and adolescents about a dying loved one."

Talking with children and adolescents about the death of a loved one can be one of the most delicate parts of palliative care. This webinar will offe

We are delighted to congratulate and thank Katy on her re-endorsement as PCNA Treasurer at the 2025 AGM.

Katy has been an outstanding Treasurer since 2021, bringing her Chartered Management Accountant expertise to the committee while also pursuing a

Did you miss Dr. Wei Lee's presentation at #25OPCC? Now's your chance!

Join us for Session 11 of our Professional Development Webinar Series THIS Wednesday 1 October at 3:30pm AEST.

"Tackling Depression When Time is Short: A practical guide f

Coming soon, later in October - "Conversations with children and adolescents about a dying loved one"

Talking to children and adolescents about a dying loved one can be one of the hardest conversations a family will ever face. For nurses,

Mentorship and Learning in Palliative Care

Behind every nurse is someone who offered guidance, encouragement, or wisdom along the way. At PCNA, we know that sharing wisdom strengthens our community and shapes the future of palliative care.

Mentors

Welcome Holly Pitt to the PCNA Steering Committee

We are delighted to welcome Holly Pitt to the PCNA Steering Committee following her endorsement at the 2025 AGM.

Holly brings more than 17 years of experience in palliative care across hospital, com

Innovation in palliative care is not always about big technology or major breakthroughs. Often it is the small changes - a new way of working with families, a shift in communication, or a practical approach that brings greater comfort and dignity.

Welcome Jenny McKenzie to the PCNA Steering Committee.

We are delighted to welcome Jenny McKenzie, Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner in the Murrumbidgee Local Health District, to the PCNA Steering Committee following her endorsement at the 2025 AGM

Join us for Session 11 of our Professional Development Webinar Series: "Tackling Depression When Time is Short: A practical guide for clinicians."

Nurses are key to recognising depression at the end of life. Join Dr Wei Lee, Director of Pa

PCNA Announcement

We are delighted to share that Sarah Begley was endorsed as Vice President of PCNA at last Friday’s AGM.

Sarah is a Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Consultant with over 15 years’ experience across Australia and India.

🎉 That’s a wrap for #25OPCC! 🎉

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by the PCNA stand - it was fantastic to connect, share ideas, and highlight the important role of palliative care nurses across Australia.

👏 Thank you to Palliative Car

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