Targeted therapies in melanoma - indications and nurse-led approaches to management

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Melanoma Nursing Webinar Program

Targeted therapies in melanoma: indications and nurse-led approaches to management

This webinar was held on 20 November, 2025

This webinar is tailored for melanoma nurses aiming to deepen their understanding of targeted therapies in melanoma management.

This session will explore the indications for targeted therapies, delve into the various types and their associated side-effect profiles, and focus on nurse-led strategies for patient care. Nurses will gain insights into effective approaches for identifying and managing complications and delivering medication education, equipping them with the knowledge to offer comprehensive care and patient education.

Learning outcomes:

  • Identify the indication and mechanisms of action of key targeted therapies used in melanoma treatment
  • Differentiate between the main types of targeted therapies and describe their common side-effect profiles
  • Apply nurse-led strategies for monitoring, managing and educating patients about the side effects and complications of targeted therapies

  • Demonstrate understanding of the nurse’s role in delivering patient-centered education and support related to targeted therapy in melanoma care.

    Audience: MIA program nurses - live event. Recording to be available to a larger nursing cohort.

 

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Speakers

Portrait image of Hayley Burridge smiling standing in front of a tree.

Hayley Burridge
Melanoma and Skin Cancer Clinical Nurse Consultant, Alfred Health, Melanoma

Hayley Burridge is the Melanoma and Skin Cancer Clinical Nurse Consultant at The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, bringing extensive expertise in the clinical management of skin cancer.

Hayley began her nursing career in oncology after graduating with a Bachelor of Nursing and has since held diverse surgical and medical roles across New Zealand and the UK. She has further advanced her knowledge by completing several postgraduate oncology courses in both London and Australia.

In 2010, Hayley relocated to Melbourne and joined the Haematology/Oncology Day Unit at The Alfred Hospital, initially serving as a clinic nurse and later contributing to research trials. This experience deepened her specialization in melanoma and immunotherapy, leading to the development of her current role.

In her position as Clinical Nurse Consultant, Hayley plays a pivotal role in patient care, education, immuno-oncology, and clinical collaboration, contributing significantly to the evolving field of skin cancer management.
   

Resource details

Melanoma Nursing Webinar Program VC.53
Course type
Webinars
Duration
60 mins
Curriculum Area
Treatment (incl. Supportive Care)
Speciality
Clinician
Nurse
Course Start Date
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Clinical care
Melanoma
Treatment Types

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