School Of Nursing And MidwiferyBeing a Professional Nurse (Advanced)Western Sydney University Unit Code: 401027.2
Discipline: NURSING
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Primary health care principles; professional communication; roles and responsibilities of the Registered Nurse; ethical and legal frameworks for practice, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Corequisite
401020 Professional Practice Experience 6
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4693 Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced).
About this Unit
This unit explores the process of transition from student to professional practitioner. Students undertaking the BN Advanced course will gain a critical understanding of the congruence between the provision of health care and professional regulatory frameworks. The role of the graduate nurse will be explored through a detailed examination of case studies that apply relevant nursing theory to professional practice. This unit will build capacity in students to meet their professional responsibilities as new graduate practitioners in nursing. Students will also have the opportunity to discuss career planning and set priorities for ongoing professional development.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Access to an internet enabled device is essential in order to be able to: access course materials; to participate in discussion groups; and to access additional resources provided by the lecturer during the session. See http://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_and_facilities/uwsonline_student_support for further information.