About ACCCN

What is ACCCN?

The Australian College of Critical Care Nurses (formerly the Confederation of Australian Critical Care Nurses - CACCN), is the professional organisation representing nurses practising or interested in critical care in Australia.

ACCCN (commonly pronounced "A triple C N") has branches in each state, with 2 members of each state management committee forming the National Board.

Aims of ACCCN

• To improve the care and outcomes of critically ill patients and their families
• To provide and/or support education initiatives that improve the knowledge, skills and competency of critical care nurses
• To initiate and support relevant nursing research and evidence based practice
• To enhance the professional image of critical care nurses
• To communicate locally, nationally and internationally with political, nursing, medical and professional groups on issues related to critical care
• To foster communication and cooperation between critical care nurses through support and promotion of the activities of the branches of ACCCN
• To provide leadership, representation and support for critical care nurses.