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School of Nursing, Midwifery & Paramedicine NATIONAL
Credit points: 10
UNIT OUTLINE – Revised COVID-19 impacted
National Lecturer-in-Charge:
Mrs Coral Bayley
Office location: St Patrick’s Campus (Melbourne)
Email: [email protected] All questions related to content to be posted on the Discussion Board
Telephone: 03 99533177
In the nursing profession, it is a requirement that the nurse is able to link theory with practice and perform clinical duties which are underpinned by a theoretical understanding. To perform these skills well, the nurse must be able to reflect critically on their practice and appraise their performance to identify best practice moving forward. This unit is required by students to assist them to use theory to drive their clinical practice and to understand how practice is guided by a continual process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation – skills critical for the nurse to deliver best practice.
This unit provides opportunities for students to integrate theoretical and practical knowledge in lectures, laboratories and simulation. Foundational concepts such as critical thinking, clinical reasoning and clinical judgement will be introduced, and practice skills will be developed and extended through scenario based learning in the laboratory.
The aim of this first ‘Integrating Practice’ unit is to provide the foundations on which clinical assessments are based, and model the way in which students will contextualize their theoretical knowledge through clinical practice.
Campus: Lecturer in Charge | ||||
Campus | Name | Office Location | Telephone | |
Ballarat | Mrs Erica Johnstone | 104.G.26 | [email protected] | 03 5336 5381 |
Brisbane | Ms Annie Barclay | 207.G.08 | [email protected] | 07 3861 6089 |
Canberra | Ms Sharon Coman | 302.1.22 | [email protected] | 02 6209 1366 |
Melbourne | Mrs Coral Bayley | 403.4.11 | Coral [email protected] | 03 9953 3177 |
Nth Sydney | Mrs Jenny Penny | 533.6.31 | [email protected] | 02 9739 2037 |
Multi-mode on campus until week 4 then online delivery from week 5. On campus vital signs workshop June/July pending Covid-19 situation.
Face-to-face weekly teaching activities (1x 2 hour lecture, 1x 2 hour laboratory practical simulation, 1x 1 hour classroom practical), and online activities. Weekly online activities/ interaction from week 5 with associated tasks to upload for tutor feedback.
You should anticipate undertaking 150 hours of study for this unit, including face-to-face teaching activities including lectures, practical simulations, practical classrooms, online participation, preparation and generation of assessment items and self-directed study; across a 10-week teaching period.
On successful completion of this unit, students should be able to:
LO1 explain the difference between critical thinking, clinical reasoning and clinical judgement;
LO2 demonstrate developing skills in assessment of physical, psychosocial, and cognitive health across the lifespan; (GA1, GA3, GA9)
LO3 conduct nursing health assessment interviews at a beginning level; (GA8)
LO4 reflect on their learning within a professional portfolio to evaluate effective learning and self-care strategies for themselves and others; (GA4, GA10)
LO5 perform peer evaluation using effective communication skills. (GA10)
On successful completion of this unit, students should have developed their ability to:
GA1 demonstrate respect for the dignity of each individual and for human diversity; GA3 apply ethical perspectives in informed decision making;
GA4 think critically and reflectively;
GA8 locate, organise, analyse, synthesise and evaluate information;
GA9 demonstrate effective communication in oral and written English language and visual media;
GA10 utilise information and communication and other relevant technologies effectively.
The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia’s Registered Nurse Standards for Practice developed in this unit are:
NMBA Standards for Practice | Learning Outcomes |
1. Thinks critically and analyses nursing practice. 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7 | LO1, LO4, LO5 |
2. Engages in therapeutic and professional relationships. 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8 | LO2, LO3, LO5 |
3. Maintains the capability for practice. 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7 | LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4, LO5 |
4. Comprehensively conducts assessments. 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 | LO2, LO3, LO5 |
5. Develops a plan for nursing practice. 5.1,5.2, 5.3 | LO2, LO3, LO5 |
6. Provides safe, appropriate and responsive quality nursing practice.
6.1, 6.2, 6.5, 6.6 |
LO2, LO3, LO5 |
7. Evaluates outcomes to inform nursing practice. 7.1, 7.2, 7.3 | LO2, LO4, LO5 |
Topics will include:
Vital Signs Thermoregulation
This unit has been evaluated through the ‘Student Evaluation of Learning and Teaching’ (SELT) online surveys. Adjustments to Assessment tasks 1 and Assessment task 2, to improve due date for AT 1 to afford students’ opportunity to use Assessment task 1 feedback and improve capacity for Assessment Task 2. Additionally, review and re-alignment of teaching content within the 1-hour classroom sessions, to enhance the quality of the learning experience.
SELT surveys are usually conducted at the end of the teaching period. Your practical and constructive feedback is valuable to improve the quality of the unit. Please ensure you complete the SELT survey for the unit. You can also provide feedback at other times to the unit lecturers, course coordinators and/or through student representatives.
Teaching will include lectures, laboratories, clinical placement, online activities and self-directed study. Consistent with adult learning principles, the teaching and learning strategies used within these modes of delivery will provide students with foundational knowledge and skills relevant to professional nursing practice. Online work from week 5, with weekly upload requirements and individual student feedback provided. Discussion board to support student learning with regular input from tutors. These strategies will also support students in meeting the aim, learning outcomes and graduate attributes of the unit and the broader course learning outcomes. Learning and teaching strategies will reflect respect for the individual as an independent learner. Students will be expected to take responsibility for their learning and to participate actively with peers when appropriate.
Students entering university need significant support to transition into a learning and teaching environment where they are required to drive their own learning. To guide students in their learning, feedback is required to identify what is being done well, what requires additional work and to identify progress toward required learning outcomes. Clinical simulation assists students to link theory with its application. Located in the first year of the programme, this clinical unit includes significant face-to-face teaching hours to assist students in linking theory with practice. Lectures are utilised to convey content and central principles while laboratories and simulations deliver interactive learning sessions.
Lectures for this unit will be recorded and made available to students via the LEO learning management system for weeks 1-4 and via online learning materials from week 5.
For the most up-to-date information on weekly schedule, please check your LEO Campus Tile. Note any advice from your LIC and tutors regarding possible local variation to this schedule. Each topic has a series of interactive activities and content for you to navigate through.
Teaching in this unit include lectures, laboratories, clinical placement, online activities and self-directed study. Consistent with adult learning principles, the teaching and learning strategies used within these modes of delivery will provide students with foundational knowledge and skills relevant to professional nursing practice. These strategies will also support students in meeting the aim, learning outcomes and graduate attributes of the unit and the broader course learning outcomes. Learning and teaching strategie s will reflect respect for the individual as an independent learner. Students will be expected to take responsibility for their learning and to participate actively with peers.
Students entering university need significant support to transition into a learning and teaching environment where they are required to drive their own learning. To guide students in their learning, feedback is required to identify what is being done well, what requires additional work and to identify progress toward required learning outcomes. Clinical simulation assists students to link theory with its application. Located in the first year of the programme, this clinical unit includes significant face-to-face teaching hours to assist students in linking theory with practice. Lectures are utilised to convey content and central principles while laboratories and simulations deliver interactive learning sessions.
In order to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit it is expected that students will access lecture content and attend scheduled laboratory simulations and classroom practicals and complete online learning for weeks 5-10. In addition, attend an on campus vital signs workshop in June/July pending Covid-19 situation.
Attendance at practical classes during weeks 1-4 and engagement with online learning materials is important to develop skills you will use in your clinical placements and as a graduate.
Students are encouraged to speak with Disability Services should their ability to attend be impacted by an ongoing medical condition. Whilst every effort will be made to assist students who miss classes for reasons outside their control it may not be possible to make up missed content.
Consequence for not meeting 80% attendance requirements of unit: have been reviewed in light of COVID-19 and online delivery from week 5.
Attendance will no longer be mandated for this unit.
You are encouraged to plan your week carefully and prioritise time to prepare for Virtual Classrooms so that you benefit from the experience and continue to achieve. You should anticipate undertaking 150 hours of study for this unit, including class attendance, readings and assignment preparation.
In order to pass this unit, you are expected to:
In order to pass this unit, you are required to:
The assessment tasks for this unit are designed for you to demonstrate your achievement of the unit learning outcomes.
Electronic submission, marking and return is being used for this unit. Assessment Task 1 and 2 will be submitted and marked via Turnitin. It is your responsibility to submit your paper into the correct Turnitin drop box on the NRSG139 LEO site.
Please use the campus’ drop box for ‘late submissions and approved extensions’ if your paper is late (late penalties apply) or you have an approved extension. For any other issues with submission contact your campus LIC directly.
Assessment task |
Due Date and time |
Weighting |
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Written Assignment
(communication and health assessment interview) |
Friday 20th March 2020, 12 midday |
30% |
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Reflection on ANSAT
(understanding clinical assessment) |
Friday 24th April 2020, 12 midday |
30% |
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Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
Enables students to demonstrate competency in professional behaviour, communication skills and safe and effective implementation of foundational nursing skills and knowledge. |
At a time to be confirmed | 40% |
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