School Of Nursing And MidwiferyIntroduction to Nursing PracticeWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 400776.3
Discipline: GENERAL NURSING
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 1
Credit Points: 20
Incompatible Units
400640 - Foundations of Nursing Practice, 400642 - Medical-Surgical Nursing Therapeutics
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Restrictions on clinical practicum placements because of safety and professional issues dealing with the public. Students must be enrolled in 4643 Bachelor of Nursing (Graduate Entry) and must have met Special Requirements for this course.
About this Unit
This unit introduces the student to nursing concepts, principles and skills that identify, promote, maintain and support health and well being across the lifespan. Students will also acquire knowledge of nursing concepts and practices that support people who are affected by health breakdown. This introductory unit prepares students for entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Nursing 4642 degree course.
Special Requirements - Legislative Pre-requisites
It is not essential for enrolment however the following requirements will need to be fulfilled prior to any clinical placements: Prohibited Employment Declaration prior to 1 June 2010 or a Working with Children Check Student Declaration after 1 June 2010, Criminal Record Check form prior to 1 June 2010 or a Student Undertaking Form after 1 June 2010 and have applied for a National Police Certificate, Adult Health Immunisation Schedule, Code of Conduct Agreement, First Aid Certificate. Additional - For International Students: Police Check (with English translation) from their home country or any other country where they have lived.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Students will require a calculator for maths in tutorials and CPU; uniform for clinical immersion week and final skill assessment, nurses watch, stethoscope (recommended). A student is required to wear closed shows (covering heels and instep). Students who do not wear the correct clothing will be excluded from clinical practicum sessions.