Course overview
The aim of this course is to enable learners to demonstrate knowledge, skills and attitudes consistent with professional standards in the provision of person-centred care of the older person.
- Introduction To Nursing In A Clinical Setting
- Effective Communication, Health History, And Physical Assessment
- Ensuring Personal Safety: Whs And Infection Control
- Vital Signs Part I: Vital Signs And Monitoring
- Vital Signs Part Ii: Advanced Techniques And Interpretation
- Personal Hygiene, Skin Care, Nutrition, And Elimination
- Oxygen Therapy And Basic Respiratory Assessment
- Safe Medication Administration, Documentation, And Pain Management
- Blood Glucose Levels (Bgls) And Advanced Medication Practices
- Neurological Assessment, End-Of-Life Care (Osce)
Course learning outcomes
- Implement safe and effective person-centred nursing care to achieve the identified health outcomes consistent with relevant legislation and professional standards
- Demonstrate clinical skills congruent with their scope of practice
- Demonstrate appropriate communication strategies and interprofessional teamwork to promote optimal health outcomes
- Communicate an understanding of the nexus between theoretical concepts and evidence-based practice
- Demonstrate the ability to reflect on nursing practice and identify strategies for ongoing professional development related to nursing care of the older person
- Conduct a psychosocial and clinical health assessment and document a person-centred plan of care