PCNA 2026 Webinar 3 - FREE Session: Professional Boundaries in Palliative Care

Описание: In this free PCNA webinar, we explore professional boundaries in palliative care practice, with a focus on the everyday experiences of nurses working in complex and emotionally demanding environments.

This session reflects PCNA’s commitment to accessible, high quality education for nurses across Australia. Wherever possible, we aim to make learning opportunities freely available to support nurses at every stage of their career.

Drawing on their clinical and teaching experience, panelists Holly Pitt and Jessica Brown discuss what professional boundaries look like in practice and how nurses can navigate the challenges that arise in palliative care settings.

Panel and facilitation

This session was facilitated by Sarah Begley, PCNA Committee Vice President and Nurse Educator.

Panelists:
• Holly Pitt – Nurse Unit Manager, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
• Jessica Brown – Manager, Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Consult Team, Monash Health

The session begins with a short presentation introducing the foundations of professional boundaries, including why they matter, how they evolve over time, and the unique considerations in palliative care.

This is followed by a guided discussion exploring topics such as:

• Recognising when professional boundaries begin to shift or blur
• Navigating differences in boundaries between colleagues
• Approaches to gifts, social media connections, and emotional closeness
• Balancing compassion with professional self awareness
• Building confidence in professional boundaries as an early career nurse
• Where to seek guidance and support when challenges arise

This webinar provides a reflective and supportive space for nurses to learn from shared experiences and develop practical strategies for navigating one of the most nuanced aspects of palliative care practice.