Information on a range of acute and long-term conditions, aims of treatments and potential complications (LO 1)

Communication with patients their families and the multidisciplinary team (LO 1)

Nursing in a range of settings and the variations in the organisation of patient care within these (LO 3)

Nursing assessment and care planning, caring for the whole person and the family/carers (LO 1 & 3)

Fundamental nursing interventions such as assessments and essential treatments (LO 1 & 3)

Introduction to the theories underpinning nursing care, for example the biology of health and disease, the nursing process (LO 2)

The assessment and care of people experiencing a variety of conditions (LO 2 & 3)

Introduction to the care of people having treatments and procedures such as surgery, medication (LO 2 & 3)
Recognition and avoidance of hazards to vulnerable people and the concept of iatrogenesis (LO 2 & 3)

Safeguarding vulnerable people (LO3)

A presentation of 20 minutes duration which may be delivered on-line or in person.¿ Using an example from practice, demonstrate your understanding of your role in the care of an individual with two or more health issues. This should also consider the impact of your role on the individual and others who may be involved.¿ To meet all learning outcomes.¿

Lead lectures

Group work

Inter professional discussion

Debate

Assessment preparation

Formative group working and collaborative discussion

Online resources, VLE e.g. Blackboard.

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the planning and delivery of care within contemporary healthcare settings.

2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a range of health issues encountered when caring for people.

3. Communicate an understanding of the Nursing Associate’s role in safeguarding service users, their carer’s, families and the wider public

Rowe, G. et al. (2019) The Handbook for Nursing Associates and Assistant Practitioners. 2nd Edition. London. Sage Publications Ltd.

Delves-Yates, C. (2018) Essentials of Nursing Practice. 2nd Edition. London. Sage Publications Ltd.

Howatson-Jones, L., Standing, M. & Roberts, S. (2015) Patient Assessment and Care Planning in Nursing. 2nd Edition. London. Learning Matters.

Peate, I., and Wild, K. (Eds) (2018) Nursing Practice: Knowledge and Care. 2nd Edition. Oxford. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

Rowe, G. et al. (2018) The Handbook for Nursing Associates and Assistant Practitioners. London. Sage Publications Ltd.

Must satisfy admission requirements for the programme.