Nursing Studies (Acute Care)

University Centre Telford

Bachelor's degree

In Telford

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Telford

  • Duration

    3 Years

**Please note this course will not be running for September 2019**

This course is suitable for all nurses and other qualified healthcare professionals who care for patients/clients at risk from acute deterioration whether in a primary care or hospital setting. It is designed to enhance your knowledge and practice in order to lead and deliver care to patients experiencing an episode of acute illness.

The course is subject to a minimum number of confirmed students.

Facilities

Location

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Telford (Shropshire)
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Level 3 Southwater One, Southwater Sqare, Southwater Way, TF3 4JG

Start date

On request

About this course

This programme covers a variety of skills important for the development of a qualified nurse in a way which brings together theory and practice. Graduate nurses will reflect a knowledgeable and enterprising approach to healthcare and adopt a critical, analytical and imaginative approach to nursing practice.
1. Critically reflect on professional expertise, clinical judgement and ethical decision-making skills used in the collaborative provision of healthcare in the multicultural setting.
2. Critically appraise the research underpinning nursing practice and modern healthcare and apply knowledge in an enterprising way (including the use of advanced technologies appropriate to the role).
3. Critically evaluate strategies of leadership and communication and the influence of personal and professional values in leading, and taking a substantial role in the local, national and global community.
4. Critically analyse and evaluate the effectiveness of quality assurance and risk management strategies to create and maintain a safe environment.
5. Critically reflect on the role of continuing professional development and strategies for career advancement.
6. Critically reflect on the role of the nurse as a role-model to provide guidance and support; to nurture their own and others intellectual curiosity in accordance with the Professional Code.

You must have evidence of current UK NMC registration.
You should be working with a client group at risk from a sudden deteriorating condition and be able to achieve the clinical practice component.
For the BSc (non Hons) you must have 120 credits at level 4 (certificate) and 120 credits at level 5 (diploma).
Applicants should apply direct to the University and if seeking support from an employer should agree this in advance of an application.

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Course programme

Leading and Delivering Specialist Care (6HW011)

(September to May – year long)

This year long module provides an opportunity to demonstrate your professional practice and an ability to manage episodes of acute illness; this will be evidenced through assessment of competency and a reflective portfolio.

Module content includes:

Searching, interpreting and applying evidence to inform practice; Practice development; reflective analysis; portfolio development.

Assessment Details:

1. 10 specialist practice outcomes* whilst continuing to work in your normal practice setting (Pass/Refer) *you will require a practice mentor to assess your practice.

2. A reflective portfolio of evidence (100%) which supports your competency in practice.

Co-ordinating Care in the Specialist Setting (6HW013)

(September to January - Semester 1)

You will study pathophysiology and evaluate guidelines and evidence relating to management of acute illness.

Module content includes:

Early warning systems, recognition and treatment of acute illness, applied physiology, maintaining patient safety, monitoring and management of the rescue process.

Assessment Details:

A case study (100%) detailing a coordinated approach to care for an individual experiencing an episode of acute illness.

Enhancing Care in the Specialist Setting (6HW014)

(January to May - Semester 2)

You will focus on the management of a range of acute conditions; evaluate guidelines and evidence underpinning treatment strategies for patients suffering an episode of acute illness.

Module content includes:

Evidence based treatment strategies and pharmacological therapies, management of the patient/client experiencing an acute illness.

Assessment Details:

1. A written report on an aspect of practice (50%)

2. An oral assessment of your ability to articulate your learning and apply to an acute care situation (50%)

In order to see more about the modules we offer and to prepare for your academic counselling session please visit our module information pages.

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Nursing Studies (Acute Care)

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