Introduction

This course is designed for Registered Nurses (General) to equip evidenced-based clinical skills and knowledge to function as nursing specialists for thecare of critically ill patients. Students will be provided with most updatedclinical evidence and practical knowledge that will assist their clinical practiceand decision making in the intensive care setting. The course aims to provide acomprehensive coverage of common conditions encountered in ICU care andenhance students’ practical skills.

Working Hours: Mon - Fri 08:30-17:30 Closed on Sat, Sun and Public Holidays.Tel: 2339 – 4988 Fax: 2339 – 4994

E-mail: ipe@hkbh.org.hk Website: http://www.hkbhipe.com

Programme Director

Dr Jeffrey HongDirector, Intensive Care Unit

HKBH

Course DurationThe course consists of 25 sessions of 4-hour lectures.

Date : 14 June 2018 – 29 November 2018 (Every Thursday)Time : 16: 30 – 21:00Venue : 7/F, Tower 3, Enterprise Square ONE, 9 Sheung Yuet Road, Kowloon Bay

Who Should AttendICU nurses and Registered Nurses who would like to develop specialization in ICUnursing.

Teaching TeamA team of medical and nursing experts with rich experience in clinical, teachingand research in critical care.

Certificate in Intensive Care NursingHonorary Advisor

Professor YU Cheuk Man Director, Heart Centre

Chiu Hiu Kwong Heart Centre, HKBH

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, students will be able to:1. Conduct assessment on critically ill patients by applying advanced physiology;2. Apply advanced critical care knowledge and skills for care of patients in critical conditions

or at intensive care settings;3. Evaluate treatment and intervention effectiveness on critically ill patients;4. Integrate the current and best evidence to improve patient outcomes on critically ill

patients; and5. Collaborate with healthcare team to optimize treatment and intervention outcomes.

Successful applicants will be informed via email (First-come-first-served)

Working Hours: Mon - Fri 08:30-17:30 Closed on Sat, Sun and Public Holidays.Tel: 2339 – 4988 Fax: 2339 – 4994

E-mail: ipe@hkbh.org.hk Website: http://www.hkbhipe.com

EntryRequirement

Registered Nurse registered at Nursing Council of Hong Kong

Medium of Instruction

English with Cantonese.All teaching materials, examination and assignments will be in English.

Certification Participants who have attended at least 80% of the course and passed allassessments will be issued a Certificate of Attainment.

ProfessionalRecognition

100 CNE points; CME (pending)(Hong Kong Baptist Hospital is a CNE provider accredited by the NursingCouncil of Hong Kong)

Assessment Test and Written Examination

Tuition Fee $8,600 for the whole course including arrangement of clinical observationin ICU/CCU/Cardiology setting(HKBH staff enjoys 20% discount)

Prerequisite Participants are required to hold a valid ACLS-P certificate.

Application and Payment

Complete the online Enrollment Form at http://www.hkbhipe.com and mail a crossed cheque payable to “Hong Kong Baptist Hospital” to 7/F, Tower 3, Enterprise Square ONE, 9 Sheung Yuet Road, Kowloon Bay. Please write applicant’s name, contact phone number and course name on the back of the cheque. Successful applicant will be notified by email before 25 May 2018.

Enquiry Ms Ivy LEUNGTel: 2339 4988 and Email: ipe@hkbh.org.hk

Course ContentA. Care Management

1. Cardiovascular System2. Respiratory System3. Neurologic System4. Renal System5. Gastrointestinal System6. Endocrine System7. Haematologic and Immunologic System8. Multi-system and Trauma Care

B. Knowledge and Skill Application

1. Comprehensive clinical assessment2. Interpret basic Laboratory results and findings of radiology investigations3. Use of monitoring devices and interpret related findings4. Application and monitoring of advanced treatment modalities5. Basic pharmacology for ICU6. Therapeutic interventions7. Nursing management on the following conditions