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Version 11.0 November 2016
Mater Education Limited
HLT54115
Diploma of Nursing
Program Information
Guide
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Contents
Program aims .............................................................................................................................................. 2 Objectives/Outcomes ................................................................................................................................. 2 Learning Philosophy .................................................................................................................................... 3 About the program ..................................................................................................................................... 3 Contacting the Diploma .............................................................................................................................. 4 Diploma of Nursing Team ........................................................................................................................... 5 Structure and Function of the HLT54115 Diploma Study Program ............................................................ 7 Clustering of Units of Competency within the Diploma of Nursing Program .......................................... 11 Units of Competency Outline for the HLT54115 Program........................................................................ 12 Teaching and learning strategies used within the Diploma ................................................................... 197 Students learning responsibilities ........................................................................................................... 198 Online learning - MoVES ......................................................................................................................... 209 Assessment in the Diploma program ...................................................................................................... 219 Your learning is our priority! ..................................................................................................................... 22 Student Progression ................................................................................................................................ 229 Clinical placement ..................................................................................................................................... 21 Resources available to Mater students .................................................................................................. 254 Resources students need to provide for themselves ............................................................................. 254 Support for Students ............................................................................................................................... 265 Student registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) ......................... 276 Graduation .............................................................................................................................................. 276 Registered as an EN ................................................................................................................................ 286 Articulation Pathways after the Diploma is completed .......................................................................... 297 Other links of interest ............................................................................................................................. 298
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“Learning is not attained by chance. It must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence.” (Abigail Adams)
Mater Education’s Diploma of Nursing Program has been designed by the nursing profession in accordance with, and meets the accreditation standards of, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector national competency and compliance standards. ENs are first level nurses who practice in many different areas of the health care environment within their identified scope of practice and under the supervision of Registered Nurses.
Diploma of Nursing Program aims The program aims to develop the student’s abilities to assess, plan, implement, evaluate and apply critical-thinking skills to provide quality patient-centred nursing care for patients/clients with varying healthcare requirements as a beginner level enrolled nurse. Our curriculum for the Diploma of Nursing integrates all core competencies of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) National Enrolled Nurse Competency standards. Mater Education’s program ensures the central focus is on enrolled nursing practice and the provision of competent, safe and patient–centred care.
Objectives/Outcomes The major goal within Mater Education’s Diploma of Nursing Program is for each student to demonstrate a satisfactory level of knowledge, skills, attitude, communication and safety in all units of competency. It is expected graduates of the Program will be clinically competent and ready to function as beginning Enrolled Nurses based on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) competency standards.
Figure 1 - Model of educational delivery and transition to patient centred care
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Learning Philosophy Mater Education recognises the individuality of our adult students and adopts a learner centred focus using a variety of teaching methods to meet student's learning needs. These include problem based learning tutorials (PBL), lectures, online learning modules, videos, simulation and high quality clinical placement experiences. The Figure 1 shows the transition of Mater Education’s Diploma of Nursing Students, supported by our evidence based curriculum, both educationally and clinically. Our blended delivery methods promotes critical thinking and supports professional, multidisciplinary communication to facilitate a smooth transition from the learner-centred educational focus to the patient-centred care delivery through simulation and vocational (clinical) placement. Students of Mater’s Diploma of Nursing program have –
Varied vocational / clinical placements throughout Mater Health Services diverse clinical environments.
Various clinical elective options Access to expert clinicians supporting academic and clinical learning.
About the program The HLT54115 Diploma program prepares students to work as nursing professionals within the current health care environment. Therefore participants need to be “fit to practice” as a student nurse in all aspects of the program. The program has a number of student expectations to be followed when on campus to ensure all students are set up for success in all phases of the program. These are outlined in the Student Rules. Students are expected to have read, understood and then refer to the Student Rules throughout their participation in the program. Student Rules with additional information can be found on Mater Education’s website (www.matereducation.qld.edu.au/diploma). Every person within the Diploma of Nursing Program (student, faculty or visitor) has a duty to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions (Work Health and Safety Act 2011). Safety issues may be physical or psychological and students must cooperate with Mater Education to comply with the WHS Act and WHS Regulation. This means students must –
Notify Mater Education of any Work Health and Safety concerns, Know safety procedures for fire and evacuation, and Behave appropriately.
Upon successfully meeting the program requirements and graduating the Enrolled Nurse (EN) student will be eligible to apply for registration to practice as an EN with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) under the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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Contacting the Diploma
Mater Education reception is located on Level 4, Duncombe Building. The Diploma of Nursing teaching space is accessible Monday to Friday from 7:30am – 4:00pm.
Swipe (secure) access will be provided to all students, issued with their student identification cards, and will be required when accessing the Diploma space prior to 7:30am or after 4:00pm
Phone: (07) 3163 1500 (Reception) Mobile: provided on acceptance to the Program (Course Coordinator or duty Educator) Fax: (07) 3163 8899 Email: [email protected]
Please note: for ease of access, students are asked to ensure these details are retained in your phone to be able to contact the Diploma Team at any time.
How do we contact you?
Mater’s Diploma of Nursing Team must be able to communicate with students frequently and will use both email and phone to do this. Therefore you must have a current phone number and personal email address (which is able to send and receive file attachments). Students are asked to ensure that correct contact & emergency details (phone and email contacts) are current. Students must notify the Customer Service Officers of any change to personal details.
How do you contact us?
Communication between teaching staff and students is very important. You are invited to contact staff with any queries or problems by email or phone. Please contact the Diploma of Nursing staff member that you need to speak with via email using the email addresses provided or you may call reception to leave a message for the staff member you need to contact. Teaching staff access their emails daily Monday – Friday and will endeavour to reply within 24 – 48 hours.
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Diploma of Nursing Team
Mater Education Customer Service – Lauren Andrew & Michelle Hill are available at reception to assist with student enquiries.
Educators – are responsible for the preparation, delivery, assessment and evaluation of specific units of competency within the Diploma of Nursing. Educators in this program must be Registered Nurses with extensive nursing experience and qualifications. They also must have teaching qualifications required for the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. Sharon Evans Phone: (07) 3163 1828 Email: [email protected] Michelle Carr Phone: (07) 3163 7677 Email: [email protected]
Stephanie Dickinson Phone: (07) 3163 7668 Email: [email protected]
Harry Rauker Phone: (07) 3163 8674 Email: [email protected]
Claire Cureton Peta Sullivan Evan Carter
Phone: (07) 3163 8674 Phone: (07) 3163 8674 Phone: (07) 3163 6131
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Learning Support – Helen Stapleton. Helen is a RN, RM who has vast experience in research and understanding nursing education. Helen is available to all Mater Education students for support of assessment work. Helen has weekly research, referencing, reading and answering questions for assessment sessions that are accessible to all students who want to attend. Helen is available to support small groups who wish to meet with her as well. Please see your notice boards for the weekly sessions and contact at Email: [email protected] Clinical Tutors – (Derrin Pomare, Evan Carter, Sarah Leibinger, Eloise Neuendorf & Kiria King) teach in the clinical simulation sessions and problem based learning (PBL) tutorials and are responsible for assisting students with their clinical skill develop within the simulated patient care unit environment. The Clinical Tutors within this program are all experienced Registered Nurses who have extensive nursing experience and qualifications. They also must have teaching qualifications required for the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. Clinical Tutors
Phone: (07) 3163 7685 & (07) 3163 6131 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Clinical Facilitators – are responsible for supporting students on vocational / clinical placement observing and supporting students in the clinical environment and assessing how they integrate
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their knowledge and skills. Names and contact details are provided prior to vocational / clinical placement. Course Coordinator – is responsible for the day to day management and implementation of the Diploma of Nursing and is involved in student recruitment, student management, vocational placement, & graduation requirements. Sue Cosgrove Phone: (07) 3163 6978 Email: [email protected]
Head of Discipline – is ultimately responsible for the Diploma of Nursing Program, overseeing the management of the program and ensuring that the integrity of the program is maintained. Katherine Jackman Phone: (07) 3163 7669 Email: [email protected] Manager, Quality and Compliance – ensures that Mater Education meets legislative and regulatory requirements required to operate in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. This position is supported by an Administrative team member who is able to assist with Centrelink, Academic and other reports or letters that may be required by the student. Pauline Stowers Andrea Kelley
Phone: (07) 3163 8691 Phone:- (07) 3163 8653
Email: [email protected]
Email: andrea.kelley @mater.org.au
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Structure and Function of the HLT54115 Diploma Study Program This program is offered full-time over 18 months consisting of three (3) semesters. AND This program is offered part time-time over 3 years consisting of six (6) semesters.
Full Time (FT) Study Program Requirements Classes occur Monday to Friday as per semester timetable and relevant study and assessment guides [SAGs]. There is a mandatory 400 hours of vocational / clinical placement to be completed as a part of this program and as required by ANMAC. No classes or vocational / clinical placement will occur on public holidays however you may need to attend vocational / clinical placement early mornings, evenings or weekends.
Part Time (PT) Study Program Requirements Classes occur every second Monday for Year One Part time Students. Classes occur every second Tuesday for Year Two Part time Students. Classes occur every second Monday for Year Three Part time Students. Part time study and assessment guides [SAGs] outline the requirements of each subject comprehensively. There is a mandatory 400 hours of vocational / clinical placement to be completed as a part of the 3 year program as required by ANMAC. No classes or vocational / clinical placement will occur on public holidays however you may need to attend vocational / clinical placement early mornings, evenings or weekends.
Full time and Part Time Study Program Requirements A student calendar is available online through www.matereducation.qld.edu.au/diploma outlining orientation period, assessment week, and vocational / clinical placement periods as well as semester holidays. As you progress through the program you will move from simple to more complex theoretical and clinical experiences with the focus in semester 3 / year 3 on consolidation of practice and industry readiness as a beginning EN. To successfully complete HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing qualification and be deemed eligible for registration to practise as an EN with NMBA a student must –
Successfully complete all twenty six (26) units of competency. This includes twenty one (21) core units of competency and five (5) electives.
Successfully complete all three (3) vocational / clinical placements including full attendance of 400 hours.
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Full Time and Part Time Program Structure
HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing FT Semester One(1) PT Year One (1)
Units of Competency
HLTAID003 Provide first aid (compulsory elective) HLTAAP002 Confirm physical health status CHCPRP003 HLTENN001
Reflect on and improve own professional practice Practise nursing within the Australian health care system
HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures (Helath & Safety Cluster)
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care (Helath & Safety Cluster)
HLTENN002 Apply communication skills in nursing practice (Foundations Cluster) HLTENN003 Perform clinical assessment and contribute to planning nursing care
(Foundations Cluster) HLTENN013 Implement and monitor care of the older person CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (Care and Primary Health Care Cluster) CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
(Care and Primary Health Care Cluster) HLTENN015 Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting (Care and
Primary Health Care Cluster) Clinical simulation sessions Problem Based Learning (PBL) Tutorials Vocational / Clinical Placement – 120hrs
FT Semester Two(2) PT Year Two (2)
HLTENN007 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy (assessed through semester 2 and 3)
HLTENN008 Apply legal and ethical parameters to nursing practice HLTAAP003 Analyse and respond to client health information (Clinical Nursing 2
cluster) (assessed through sem 2 & 3) HLTENN004 Implement, monitor and evaluate nursing care plans (Clinical
Nursing 2 cluster) (assessed through sem 2 & 3) HLTENN005 Contribute to nursing care of a person with complex needs (Clinical
Nursing 2 cluster) (assessed through sem 2 & 3) HLTENN011 Implement and monitor care for a person with acute health
problems (Clinical Nursing 2 cluster) (assessed through sem 2 & 3) HLTENN012 Implement and monitor care for a person with chronic health
problems (Clinical Nursing 2 cluster) (assessed through sem 2 & 3) Clinical simulation sessions Problem Based Learning (PBL) Tutorials
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Vocational / Clinical Placement – 120hrs
FT Semester Three (3) PT Year Three (3)
HLTENN006 Apply principles of wound management in the clinical environment HLTENN009 Implement and monitor care for a person with mental health
conditions HLTAAP003 Analyse and respond to client health information (Clinical Nursing 3
cluster) (assessed through sem 2 & 3) HLTENN004 Implement, monitor and evaluate nursing care plans (Clinical
Nursing 3 cluster) (assessed through sem 2 & 3) HLTENN005 Contribute to nursing care of a person with complex needs (Clinical
Nursing 3 cluster) (assessed through sem 2 & 3) HLTENN011 Implement and monitor care for a person with acute health
problems (Clinical Nursing 3 cluster) (assessed through sem 2 & 3) HLTENN012 Implement and monitor care for a person with chronic health
problems (Clinical Nursing 3 cluster) (assessed through sem 2 & 3) BSBLDR403 Lead team effectiveness (compulsory elective) Clinical simulation sessions Problem Based Learning (PBL) Tutorials Vocational / Clinical Placement – 160hrs Choice of three (3) electives selected from;
CHCPOL003
CHCCCS027
CHCLLN001
Research and apply evidence to practice
Visit client residence
Respond to client language, literacy and numeracy needs
HLTENN010 Apply a palliative approach in nursing practice
HLTENN014 Contribute to maternal and infant health care
HLTENN025 Implement and monitor care for a person with diabetes
HLTENN026 Apply nursing practice in the perioperative setting
HLTENN028 Apply nursing practice in the paediatric care setting
HLTENN016 Apply nursing practice in the emergency care setting
HLTANA005 Maintain quality and supply of anaesthetic equipment and consumables
HLTANA007 Monitor medications in the anaesthetic environment
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Note: whilst every effort is made to ensure students secure the electives of their choice, Mater Education reserves the right to allocate electives according to availability and the academic capabilities of individual students.
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Clustering of Units of Competency within the Diploma of Nursing Program Within each semester some units of competency have been clustered because they complement each other and have similar content elements. Teaching and learning occurs in tandem with the other units. The clusters are as follows –
Cluster Name Units of Competency
Semester One (1)
Culture & Primary Health Care
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
HLTENN015 Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting
Health & Safety HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Foundational Nursing HLTENN002 Apply communication skills in nursing practice
HLTENN003 Perform clinical assessment and contribute to planning nursing care
Semester Two (2) & Three (3)
Clinical Nursing HLTAAP003 Analyse and respond to client health information
HLTENN004 Implement, monitor and evaluate nursing care plans
HLTENN005 Contribute to nursing care of a person with complex needs
HLTENN011 Implement and monitor care for a person with acute health problems
HLTENN012 Implement and monitor care for a person with chronic health problems
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Units of Competency Outline for the HLT54115 Program Compulsory Units of Competency
Application
HLTAID003 Provide first aid This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty. The unit applies to all workers who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.
HLTAAP002 Confirm physical health status
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to obtain and interpret information about client health status and to check a client’s physical health. It requires a detailed knowledge of anatomy and physiology. This unit applies to individuals working directly with clients and who assist in the provision of health care services. Some disciplines may be subject to state/territory regulatory determination regarding delegation and supervision.
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and enhance own practice through a process of reflection and ongoing professional development. This unit applies to workers in all industry sectors who take pro-active responsibility for their own professional development.
HLTENN001 Practise nursing within the Australian health care system
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to practise as a nursing professional within the Australian health care system, providing health care across the lifespan of people in a range of health and community care services or environments. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to follow organisational infection prevention and control procedures, including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and responding to infection risks. This unit applies to individuals working in health and direct client care contexts.
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for a worker to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others in work environments that involve caring directly for clients. It has a focus on maintaining safety of the worker, the people being supported and other community members. This unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of
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Compulsory Units of Competency
Application
workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, in both centre-based and home-based service provision.
HLTENN002 Apply communication skills in nursing practice
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply effective communication skills with a person, family or carer and with other healthcare professionals in a variety of health care settings. Communication skills in nursing practice require using information technology as well as interpersonal skills applied therapeutically in nursing care and small group discussions. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTENN003 Perform clinical assessment and contribute to planning nursing care
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required, within the scope of practice, to perform preliminary and ongoing physical health assessments of all body systems, gathering data that contributes to a person’s individualised health care plan. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements..
HLTENN013 Implement and monitor care of the older person
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform nursing interventions to support the social and emotional wellbeing and nursing care needs of the older person in both acute care settings and residential care environments. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. This unit applies to all workers.
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
The unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety issues in the workplace, model cultural safety in own work practice, and develop strategies to enhance cultural safety.
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Compulsory Units of Competency
Application
This unit applies to people working in a broad range of roles including those involved in direct client service, program planning, development and evaluation contexts.
HLTENN015 Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting
This unit describes the nursing skills and knowledge required to work in a primary health care environment including community-based, educational, occupational and informal settings, and in general practice. Primary health care involves a person-centred and holistic approach to health care. It is made accessible to people by being located as close as possible to where they live, and supporting their full participation in a spirit of self-reliance and self-determination. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTENN007 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to administer and monitor medications and intravenous (IV) therapy including calculating dosage requirements, interpreting written instructions from an authorised prescriber, assessing the person for medication effectiveness and side effects, and responding to an allergic pharmacological reaction. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements..
HLTENN008 Apply legal and ethical parameters to nursing practice
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to within work legal and ethical parameters in professional nursing practice, including supporting rights and meeting duty of care requirements. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTAAP003 Analyse and respond to client health information
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse client health information and then to plan appropriate health services within scope of own role. It requires an in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology. This unit applies to individuals who plan and provide services with some level of autonomy. Some disciplines will require a state/territory regulatory determination regarding delegation
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Compulsory Units of Competency
Application
and supervision.
HLTENN004 Implement, monitor and evaluate nursing care plans
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement nursing care as outlined in a person’s plan of care, evaluate outcomes of care provided, record and report progress, and respond to an emergency situation. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTENN005 Contribute to nursing care of a person with complex needs
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide clinical nursing skills for a person with complex needs and to contribute to complex nursing interventions using critical thinking and problem-solving. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTENN011 Implement and monitor care for a person with acute health problems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to the care of the person with an acute health problem by performing clinical nursing skills and interventions that support the person’s health care needs and assist them to regain optimal function and lifestyle. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTENN012 Implement and monitor care for a person with chronic health problems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to the care of a person with chronic health problems by performing nursing interventions that support the person’s needs and assist them in maintaining an optimal lifestyle. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTENN006 Apply principles of wound management in the clinical environment
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply contemporary wound management principles to the care of various types of wounds. It involves working with the interdisciplinary health care team to contribute to assessment,
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Compulsory Units of Competency
Application
treatment and ongoing management of a person’s wounds. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTENN009 Implement and monitor care for a person with mental health conditions
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to the nursing care and management of a person with a mental health condition. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
BSBLDR403 Lead team effectiveness
This unit defines skills, knowledge and outcomes required to plan and supervise the performance of the team and develop team cohesion. It applies team leaders, supervisors and new emerging managers who have an important leadership role in the development of efficient and effective work teams. Leaders at this level also provide leadership for the team and bridge the gap between the management of the organisation and the team members. As such they must 'manage up' as well as manage their team/s.
Vocational Placement A student is placed in the workplace to receive practical training and experience as an assessable part of the course
Elective Units of Competency (self-select 3 units only):
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish the information need, gather information and critically analyse the information for relevance to own work. This unit applies to health and community service workers who need to research existing information to support and improve their work practice. It does not cover primary research.
CHCCCS027 Visit client residence
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to make visits to clients to assess needs and/or deliver services in their place of residence. This unit applies to workers who are required to deliver services to people in their home or in any temporary or permanent community residence. Work may be directed under regular (direct, indirect or remote) supervision.
CHCLLN001 Respond to client This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify
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Compulsory Units of Competency
Application
language, literacy and numeracy needs
situations where client language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills may be impeding access to services, to adjust service delivery, and to refer appropriately to improve client outcomes. The unit does not provide workers with the skills and knowledge to identify LLN skill levels or to actively intervene in developing a client’s LLN skills. This unit applies to individuals who may be making individual client assessments or managing caseloads as part of their work role.
HLTENN010 Apply a palliative approach in nursing practice
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide nursing care using a palliative approach in care environments such as hospitals, home and community care, hospices and long-term care facilities. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTENN014 Contribute to maternal and infant health care
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide care to mother and newborn infant in a range of health care settings such as postnatal, neonatal, child and family health care and paediatric settings. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses and registered midwives and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTENN025 Implement and monitor care for a person with diabetes
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide nursing care to a person with diabetes including assessing needs, planning and implementing complex nursing interventions, evaluating outcomes, and educating the person on his/her condition and available resources. This unit applies to enrolled nursing work carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTENN026 Apply nursing practice in the perioperative setting
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide person-centred care for a person during anaesthesia, surgery and recovery in the perioperative nursing environment in operating theatres, post-anaesthesia care units and day surgery centres.
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Compulsory Units of Competency
Application
Enrolled nurses working in perioperative nursing need to hold and apply specialised in-depth knowledge, effectively integrate theory and practice, and make reliable clinical assessments and judgements. This unit applies to enrolled nurses, registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, seeking specialisation in enrolled nurse work that is carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under direct or indirect supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing
HLTENN028 Apply nursing practice in the paediatric care setting
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to provide care for babies, children and adolescents in primary health care, hospitals, hospices, homecare and community and long-term care facilities. Paediatric or child health nurses working in the paediatric nursing environment need to hold and apply specialised in-depth knowledge, effectively integrate theory and practice, and make reliable clinical assessments and judgements. This unit applies to enrolled nurses, registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, seeking specialisation in enrolled nurse work that is carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses, and under direct or indirect supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTENN016 Apply nursing practice in the emergency care setting
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work as part of the emergency care team in an emergency care environment such as a hospital emergency department, primary health care service or mobile hospital service. Enrolled nurses working in emergency care need to hold and apply specialised in-depth knowledge, effectively integrate theory and practice, and make reliable clinical assessments and judgements. This unit applies to enrolled nurses, registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, seeking specialisation in enrolled nurse work that is carried out in consultation and collaboration with registered nurses and under direct or indirect supervisory arrangements aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia regulatory authority legislative requirements.
HLTANA005 Maintain quality and supply of anaesthetic equipment and consumables Taught in cluster with HLTANA007
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to check functioning of equipment, implement and routine and planned equipment maintenance, and maintain the supply of anaesthetic supplies. It also covers the evaluation of new equipment.
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Compulsory Units of Competency
Application
HLTANA007 Monitor medications in the anaesthetic environment Taught in cluster with HLTANA005
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to access and prepare medications, fluids, blood and blood products prescribed by the anaesthetist, to monitor client responses. The unit applies to anaesthetic technicians working under the direction of, in consultations with, an anaesthetist in any hospital or day surgery setting.
Teaching and learning strategies used within the Diploma
Our Educators use a variety of methods to deliver essential knowledge and skills. These include -
Lecture style classes – face-to-face delivery Self-directed modules – online delivery via Mater’s Online Virtual Education System
(MOVES) Problem based learning (PBL) tutorials – face-to-face delivery Clinical simulation sessions – face-to-face delivery Vocational / clinical placement
Students learning responsibilities
Full Time Students Learning Responsibilities Mater’s Full Time Diploma of Nursing program is delivered over 3 semesters and each semester has an expectation of 3 days face to face attendance so as to support student learning. To ensure each student has the best learning opportunity it is suggested that for each hour of learning attended in the face to face environment the student must match those hours attending their own reading and studying at home. This indicates a face to face workload of approximately 24 hours face to face per week and an independent study workload of approximately 24 hour per week at home. This totals 48 hours per week of learning. Additional time needs to be set aside for assignments. Assume you will need approximately six hours preparation for every 500 words of assignments (for research, writing and refining drafts).
Part Time Students Learning Responsibilities Mater’s Part Time Diploma of Nursing program is delivered over 6 semesters and each semester has an expectation of 1 day face to face attendance per fortnight to support student learning. There are also additional workshops of 1 – 2 weeks that will require attendance at the end of every semester which will bring all of the skills learnt for the semester together in a staged clinical simulation
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To ensure each student has the best learning opportunity it is suggested that the part time student works on each week of learning for at least 10 hours and closely follows their Study and Assessment Guides requirements closely. Additional time needs to be set aside for assignments. Assume you will need approximately six hours preparation for every 500 words of assignments (for research, writing and refining drafts). The responsibility for a good education is shared between students and staff. Mater Education learning and teaching strategies reflect that shared responsibility and are based on the premise that both staff and students benefit from a collaborative learning environment in which students are treated as adults and future professional colleagues. As an adult learner you need to take responsibility for actively participating in your own learning. This includes accessing library resources and electronic resources, utilising study skills and discussing subject issues with relevant staff and being proactive in identifying and meeting your own educational needs. It is also the student’s responsibility to read each subject’s Study and Assessment Guide (SAG) and understand the assessment of the subjects that they have chosen to enrol into. The more time students devote to their study the better the learning experience and outcomes, and the more likely the student will be to gain a positive and relevant exchange from the learning. Therefore the more you put in the more likely you are to achieve success.
Online learning - MoVES Mater Education utilises 5 different teaching and learning methods, one of which is online learning. In this rapidly changing world of technology, access to and use of computers is an important part of any learning experience. Many students will access learning on their phones, IPads, Tablets, laptops or home computer. Others may prefer to, or need to, use computers onsite at Mater. For students who wish to access a computer onsite, Mater has 45 dedicated computers available at the library, designated computer training rooms and the Diploma of Nursing student space. All of these computers have high speed internet connection. Additionally the Diploma of Nursing area has Wi-Fi accessibility for students who wish to study on site but use their own devices. You will be allocated a sign in and a password on commencement of your course. If you lose this password please connect with Mater Education reception in regards to obtaining a new password.
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Mater Online Virtual Education System (MoVES) is our online learning platform. Subject content and assessment materials are on MoVES for students to access both onsite and remotely, providing access to study and assessment guides, lecture notes and online assessment.
All students will be given introductory instructions relating to accessing course materials and completing assessments on MoVES. Students will also be given a presentation by our Librarian on how best to use the computer for research.
We acknowledge that students come into our Program with varying levels of experience in the use of computers. This is to be expected and student colleagues have often proven to be good people to lend a helping hand and, it is a great way to get to know people.
It is important to note that our Diploma of Nursing Program is not an online course rather there is an online learning component as a part of the overall training program.
There is always support available – you just need to ask! If students have any concerns they are encouraged to discuss these early with the relevant Educator.
Assessment in the Diploma program It is our responsibility as per ANMAC and VET requirements to gather evidence that our students have the knowledge, ability, skills and behaviours required of an Enrolled Nurse.
How do we assess? Our Educators utilise various methods to assess your level of knowledge and skill in each unit of competency. These can include (but are not limited to) –
Written assignments Problem based learning (PBL) assessment Exams Online questions – multi-choice & short answer Group activity / presentation Simulated Clinical Skill Assessments (CSAs) Vocational Placement – Clinical Performance Appraisal Tool (CPAT) + CSAs
The content and method of assessment will be identified in the relevant Study and Assessment Guide (SAG) and will be provided to students at the beginning of each semester. Students are encourages to discuss or clarify any concerns with the relevant Educator.
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Your learning is our priority! We take our responsibility for your learning very seriously. Sometimes people’s behaviour distracts and affects others’ learning. Therefore it is an expectation that all students within our Diploma of Nursing Program will –
Behave in a polite and respectful manner considerate of others learning.
Demonstrate active participation in all class activities.
Silence or turn off mobile phones unless personally approved by Educator or Clinical Tutor prior to class.
Be punctual and present for the entire class.
Complete necessary pre-reading and preparation in readiness for classes.
Dress appropriately and behave in accordance to Student Rules and Mater Health Services policies.
Note: Students will be asked to leave the classroom if behaviour is deemed inappropriate by the Educator.
Student Progression For students to progress into the next semester of either their full time or part time program they MUST have successful results for all semester units of competency. If a student receives an unsuccessful result they will need to meet with the Course Coordinator and relevant Educator to review their overall status and discuss progression options.
Clinical placement Clinical Placement experience is key to consolidation of learning and provides further exposure to professional behaviour required of EN clinicians. Our Diploma of Nursing Program aims to provide all students with a diverse clinical experience within their identified areas of interest and within the scope of the program. What do I need before I start? Students must be deemed to have appropriate knowledge, skills, attitude and safety in their nursing practice prior to being eligible to attend their vocational / clinical placement each semester.
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This will include assessment in the simulated clinical environment as well as other theoretical assessments. Students are expected to attend 100% of all clinical simulation sessions provided each week per semester and must be deemed successful in all assessments. Students must also have evidence of current CPR (annual renewal) and First Aid qualifications (three [3] yearly renewal) and be up-to-date with vaccination requirements to attend vocational / clinical placement. Students will also have to show proof of valid Blue Card before attending placement. Further information can be found at http://www.ccypcg.qld.gov.au/bluecard/applications/volunteersandstudents.html Students who are unable to meet the criteria listed above may not be eligible to attend vocational / clinical placement for that semester and therefore would be unable to complete study requirements.
When does clinical placement occur?
The Diploma of Nursing Program incorporates a blend of block placements so as to ensure that 400 hours of Clinical Placement will be achieved by the end of the 18 months / 3 years of learning. Students must be available to attend the required vocational / clinical placement dates and shifts on any day of the week (Monday – Friday) as rostered by the Diploma of Nursing Team. Students are required to complete 120 hours (i.e. 15 shifts) of clinical placement in semester one (1)/ year one (1) and semester two (2)/year two (2) and 160 hours (i.e. 20 shifts) of clinical placement in semester three (3)/ year (3). During their semester three (3)/ year (3) clinical placement hours, each student will undertake elective placements in the area of their chosen speciality elective.
The block placements are scheduled at different times for each semester cohort.
Clinical area allocation and rosters are organised and at the discretion of the Course Coordinator and Vocational Placement Coordinator. In some circumstances the Diploma of Nursing team may need to allocate or re-allocate a student based on their clinical performance and /or other issues that may be affecting their placement.
Specific details including roster dates and times will be discussed at a scheduled pre-briefing prior to commencement of placement. This will assist students with personal planning and will outline the expectations required. Therefore mandatory attendance is required.
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To keep our patients safe it is our expectation that all students only practice skills they have been taught and assessed in the simulated environment. If you breach your EN student scope of practice expectation during placement you will be removed from placement on the day of incident. The outcome may result in you being deemed unsuccessful for that placement and semester of study. Nursing is a profession and nurses must look and act professionally at all times. It is an expectation that all students present themselves professionally. Students who do not present themselves (e.g. uniform and personal appearance) or act in an unprofessional manner on placement will be asked to leave the shift and report to the Course Coordinator or delegated Educator. Please refer to Student Rules regarding student general behaviour and dress code. What are the current clinical area options? Mater Adult Hospital
Mater Private Hospital
Ward 8A – Orthopaedics Ward 10 North – General Surgery
Ward 8B – General Surgical Ward 10 East – ENT, Plastics, Gynaecology & Urology
Ward 9B – General Medical Ward 9 North – Cardiac & Vascular
Ward 10B – Oncology Ward 8 North – Haematology & Oncology Mater Mothers Hospital
Ward 8 East – Orthopaedic
Ward M9 – Women’s Health Ward 8 South – General Medical
Rehab (levels 4, 5 & 6) – Annerley Road Campus (only offered in semester one)
Level 8 Salmon Building – Neurosciences
Level 8 Salmon Building - MYACHS What are the shift times?
All students are expected to complete both early and late shifts. The approximate times for these are as follows –
Early Shift (AM) – starting times 06:30, 07:00hrs – 15:00, 15:30hrs (8hrs only)
Late Shift (PM) – starting times 14:00, 14:30hrs – 22:30, 23:00hrs (8hrs only)
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Shift changes can be requested by completing a Request for Clinical Placement Shift Change form (located on student notice boards within the Diploma of Nursing or on MOVES). The completed form can be submitted at reception for the Course Coordinator to approve. Shift changes can only occur between students within the same clinical area and for allocated placement days. During placement students are preceptored by either Registered or Enrolled Nurses in the clinical area however it is a legal requirement that all students be supervised by a RN when performing any skills related to medication administration. Additionally, it is required that any assessment of students be performed by an RN.
Further details about vocational / clinical placement are provided with the Vocational Placement Assessment Workbook. This book is given to students in the simulation learning environment and it is the student responsibility to familiarise themselves with this book every semester.
Resources available to Mater students
Mater Education will provide students with - Two (2) Diploma of Nursing uniform shirts for clinical simulation sessions and
vocational / clinical placement A starter pack including stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, thermometer, scissors and
penlight. Library Services All students within the Diploma of Nursing have access to the UQ / Mater McAuley Library which is located on the ground floor of Aubigny Place. The library provides essential resources and services that will support students’ studies. During orientation students will be provided with further information about the resources and services it provides and membership will be organised. The Librarians are very friendly, knowledgeable and happy to assist with any query. Students are encouraged to seek out further information and assistance from the Librarians as they require throughout the Program.
Resources students need to provide for themselves
To support your studies within the Diploma of Nursing you will need – Textbooks as per Textbook List. Details given to all students as part of enrolment
information. All writing materials
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Access to computers and internet are available to student’s onsite. Student printing is available at a nominal cost per page.
Black business pants or knee length black skirt (preferably with pockets) Footwear which should be appropriate and completely enclosed i.e. no open toe or
backless shoes. (see Student Rules dress code – shoes) Nursing watch with second hand Basic calculator (2nd & 3rd semester) (2nd & 3rd year) Availability of private and / or public transport to be able to attend classes at Mater Students have access to Tertiary Transport Concession Card (TTCC)- Full Time program
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Support for Students
Sometimes students experience personal, academic or clinical challenges that may affect their study. During your educational journey, if you need academic, clinical or emotional support, we can help!
Academic Support Our course is designed to be academically challenging embedded within a supportive learning environment. It provides both theoretical and practical, clinical real-life learning that assists in the transition to a nursing professional. We encourage interactions between you, and your peers, lecturers and tutors. If you need help with knowledge or extra assistance with practicing skills, please seek assistance as soon as practicable. Educators, clinical tutors and clinical facilitators are all here to help you. We have library help as well!
Our Program is designed to ensure all students receive clear feedback about their progress. This is a necessary part of learning and professionally developing. Assessment feedback is provided for both successful and unsuccessful results. Early conversations are encouraged in the instances of unsuccessful outcomes. If extra assistance is required, students often benefit from a formalised and individualised learning plan tailored to the individual student’s learning needs. The Educator or Course Coordinator is able to offer support and guidance. Please be advised that no personal or academic information is provided to anyone other than the student or parent / guardian for those students under the age of 18 years. The key to success is timely access to support! Employee Assistance Program Mater Education is committed to providing professional and personal support to its students. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free, confidential and voluntary counselling service available to all Diploma of Nursing students. Further information about this service can be
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found in brochures in the student lounge. Pastoral Care is also available to those needing assistance. Supporting all individuals People from all walks of life need care, and people from all walks of life can make exceptional nurses. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with diverse academic, work and life experiences to apply. No matter what your background or life experience we are keen to tailor support to you if needed. We have one-to-one mentorship that we can introduce and if needs arise we can link into our indigenous and ethnic Mater communities for further support. If English is your second language and you need support in this area, it is important to discuss with the Course Coordinator who can provide direction and guidance for English language support.
Student registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
All students within Mater’s Diploma of Nursing Program are registered with AHPRA and this information is updated each semester. AHPRA’s National Student Register meets a core requirement of the National Law (Health Practitioner Regulation National Law). The Student Register is confidential and not made public. It is a requirement that we notify AHPRA of any student health impairment matters or criminal convictions of a serious nature that may impact on public safety. Further information can be found at http://www.ahpra.gov.au/Registration/Student-Registrations.aspx
Graduation Upon successful completion of all units of competency which includes you being successful in your vocational / clinical placement you will have met all the Diploma of Nursing qualification requirements. You will be invited to attend a graduation ceremony which is approximately (five weeks after final day) and may bring two guests as a part of your ticket cost (gown hire, photography etc..) Extra guests may be invited but will incur costs. Your gown hire must be booked and prepaid at least seven (7) days before your ceremony. Your qualification will be HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 nursing).
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Registered as an EN
You will be eligible to apply for registration to practice with AHPRA as an EN in your third semester.
There are five (5) simple steps to graduate registration (outlined on the AHPRA website). These include – 1. Apply for registration four (4) to six (6) weeks before completing the course at:
www.ahpra.gov.au/Registration/Graduate-Applications.aspx 2. You will fill out an online application (if eligible) or download an application form. All
applications require some documents to be sent to AHPRA by mail. 3. We will advise AHPRA when 3rd semester students are eligible to graduate. 4. AHPRA finalises assessment, confirms registration, publishes new graduates’ names on the
Register of Practitioners and sends out registration certificates. 5. New graduates registered within their profession’s National Board are eligible to start
working as soon as their name is published on the Register of Practitioners.
Please be aware that there are English languages requirements that you will need to demonstrate as a part of your registration process which primarily includes the requirement for evidence of completion of five (5) years (fulltime equivalent) of education taught and assessed in English. Please go to http://www.ahpra.gov.au/Registration/Graduate-Applications/Graduate-Applications-Supporting-Documentation.aspx for further information. Your registration certificate is an important document which will require annual renewal. It recognises the holder’s status as a nurse and provides evidence to employers and members of the public that they have been appropriately educated and are considered fit and competent to practice nursing.
You are encouraged to review the AHPRA (http://www.ahpra.gov.au/) and NMBA (http://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/) websites and familiarise themselves with all the criteria for registration.
Are there any post graduate EN programs? Dependent on workforce requirements, Mater Health Services (Mater) may offer an EN Graduate Program. Recent history has seen EN graduates from Mater’s Diploma of Nursing working within -
Mater Private Hospital Mater Adult Hospital
Please note – employment is not guaranteed as a part of the Mater Diploma of Nursing program.
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Articulation Pathways after the Diploma is completed (from the Diploma of Nursing into a Bachelor of Nursing (BN) Program) Diploma of Nursing graduates can choose to articulate into a Bachelor of Nursing degree (to become a Registered Nurse). Mater Education has Agreements with the following Universities who guarantee our Diploma of Nursing graduates receive 1 year credit of a 3 year course (start at Year 2) on acceptance into their programs.
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) University of Queensland (UQ) Australian Catholic University (ACU)
Students will have an opportunity to hear about these courses in their 3rd semester otherwise can contact any university directly to find out more information about the specifics of these options and advanced standing that may be offered.
Other links of interest
National Enrolled Nurses Association of Australia (NENA) - http://www.nena.org.au/ Queensland Nursing Union (QNU) - http://www.qnu.org.au/ Australian College of Nursing (combining Royal College of Nursing Australia and The College of Nursing) - http://www.rcna.org.au/
