Clinical knowledge,
built by NPs
for NPs.
NPCollab is a free, collaborative learning resource for Australian Nurse Practitioners and NP students — covering scope of practice, assessment frameworks, SOAP notes, and clinical modules.
Introduction
What NPCollab is, who it is for, and how to get the most out of it.
Metaspecialties
Overview of all NP practice areas in Australia — from primary care to mental health, aged care, and emergency.
Starting Your Role
TNP vs NP explained, the endorsement pathway, finding a mentor, job tips, and first steps in your role.
Scope of Practice
Understand the regulatory framework, NMBA standards, and how to build and document your NP scope.
Patient Assessment
OLDCARTS framework, comprehensive history taking, physical examination, and clinical reasoning.
Cardiac
Chest pain, ACS, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, and ECG basics.
ENT
Ear, nose, and throat presentations — otitis, pharyngitis, hearing loss, and epistaxis.
Ophthalmology
Red eye differentials, visual assessment, acute angle-closure glaucoma, and referral pathways.
Respiratory
Asthma, COPD, pneumonia, PE, and spirometry interpretation.
Cardiovascular
Lipid management, peripheral vascular, and cardiac follow-up.
Drugs & Alcohol
Substance use assessment, withdrawal, and harm reduction.
General Medical
Broad acute and chronic medical presentations.
GI & Hepatobiliary
GI presentations, liver disease, and IBD.
GU & Nephrology
Renal disease, UTI, electrolytes, and CKD.
Integumentary
Skin conditions, wounds, and dermatological assessment.
Maxillofacial & Dental
Dental emergencies, facial pain, and oral infections.
Onco-Haematology
Cancer screening, haematology, and oncology follow-up.
Paediatrics
Childhood illness, development, and child health.
Palliative Care
Symptom management, advance care planning, and end-of-life.
Surgical
Pre/post-op assessment, wound care, and surgical complications.
Toxicology
Overdose, toxidromes, and poisoning management.
MSK — Back
Low back pain, red flags, and lumbar assessment.
MSK — Neck
Cervical spine, radiculopathy, and neck pain assessment.
MSK — Knee
Knee pain, ligament injuries, and patellofemoral assessment.
MSK — Hip & Pelvis
Hip pain, osteoarthritis, and pelvic assessment.
MSK — Elbow
Elbow pain, lateral epicondylitis, and elbow joint assessment.
MSK — Wrist & Hand
Wrist and hand pain, fractures, and hand function assessment.
MSK — Foot & Ankle
Foot and ankle pain, sprains, and podiatric assessment.
MSK — Chest Wall
Chest wall pain, costochondritis, and musculoskeletal chest assessment.
Men's Health
ED, testosterone deficiency, BPH, prostate cancer screening, and male mental health.
📚 New to NP practice? Start with the Introduction and Metaspecialties pages, then work through Scope of Practice before diving into clinical modules.
NPCollab is free to access. To help cover running costs, NPCollab may display occasional tasteful advertising from relevant healthcare companies and sponsors. All advertising is clearly labelled and editorially independent from clinical content.