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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Nursing Practice 3 is the third work integrated learning unit in a series of six clinical practice units. Building on previous studies, students will further develop the knowledge, attitudes and skills required for safe practice as a beginning level registered nurse. Students will provide basic nursing care to patients in a health care setting evidenced by successful completion of 4 weeks of clinical practice in accordance with practice standards for stage three nursing students set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Students must pass 2 units from NPP1201 or NPU1202 and NSC1103 or NUM1203
Only students studying courses C33, Y61 or Y76 can enrol in this unit.
Students must study NUM2306 concurrently with NPU2303
Unit was previously coded NPP2101
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Online learning activities (18 hours), simulation workshops (18 hours) and clinical practicum (160 hours).
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Essay ^ | Case study | 40% |
| Portfolio ^ | Successful completion of the clinical placement, NCAS, simulation activities and medication calculations assessment | 10% |
| Examination ^ | End of semester examination | 50% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Nursing Practice 3 is the third work integrated learning unit in a series of six clinical practice units. Building on previous studies, students will further develop the knowledge, attitudes and skills required for safe practice as a beginning level registered nurse. Students will provide basic nursing care to patients in a health care setting evidenced by successful completion of 4 weeks of clinical practice in accordance with practice standards for stage three nursing students set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Students must pass 2 units from NPP1201 or NPU1202 and NSC1103 or NUM1203
Only students studying courses C33, Y61 or Y76 can enrol in this unit.
Students must study NUM2306 concurrently with NPU2303
Unit was previously coded NPP2101
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Online learning activities (18 hours), simulation workshops (18 hours) and clinical practicum (160 hours).
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Essay ^ | Case study | 40% |
| Portfolio ^ | Successful completion of the clinical placement, NCAS, simulation activities and medication calculations assessment | 10% |
| Examination ^ | End of semester examination | 50% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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