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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.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for Semester 1 2020 Units. Students will be notified of all approved modifications by Unit Coordinators via email and Unit Blackboard sites. Where changes have been made, these are designed to ensure that you still meet the unit learning outcomes in the context of our adjusted teaching and learning arrangements.
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 have passed 1 unit from (NPP1201 or NPU1202) and 1 unit from (NSC1103 or NUM1203) OR must have passed 4 units in (NPU1101, NUR2402, NUM2308, NUR3504)
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:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practicum7 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | 13 x 2 hour lecture |
| Practicum7 | 13 x 2 hour workshop | Not Offered | 13 x 2 hour workshop |
| Practicum8 | 5 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Practicum8 | 5 x 2 hour workshop | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
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.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for this unit. All assessment changes will be published by 27 July 2020. All students are reminded to check handbook at the beginning of semester to ensure they have the correct outline.
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. This is a designated unit, which means only one attempt is allowed.
Students must have passed 1 unit from (NPP1201 or NPU1202) and 1 unit from (NSC1103 or NUM1203) OR must have passed 4 units in (NPU1101, NUR2402, NUM2308, NUR3504)
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:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practicum7 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | 13 x 2 hour lecture |
| Practicum7 | 13 x 2 hour workshop | Not Offered | 13 x 2 hour workshop |
| Practicum8 | 5 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Practicum8 | 5 x 2 hour workshop | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Online learning activities (18 hours), simulation workshops (18 hours) and clinical practicum (160 hours).
GS2 GRADING SCHEMA 2 Used for Undifferentiated Pass/Fail units inc. practical units or work-integrated learning
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 |
|---|---|
| Portfolio ^ | Portfolio (Clinical placement requirements, simulation activity participation, medication calculation test) |
| Practicum ^ | National Competency Assessment Schedule (NCAS) |
| Reflective Practice ^ | Professional reflection |
| Performance ^ | Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) |
^ 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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