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Module introduction
Introduction to Nursing
University of the West of Scotland
2012
Intended learning outcomes
You will be able to:
Identify and contact the module team;
Outline the structure and content of the module;
Describe your responsibilities in relation to
learning and assessment.
Purpose
To develop your understanding of the
role of the nurse in caring for and
safeguarding people
Module learning outcomes
Principles
CommunicationEvidence-base
Policies & issues
Care
Structure
Campus
Weeks 1 to 9
Placement
Weeks 10 to 13
Campus
Modified lectures
Workshops
Tutorials
Online
Independent study
Content
Designed to help you meet the
module learning outcomes
Responsibilities
Attendance
Punctuality
Preparation
Behaviour
Assessment
2 essential components:
1. Written assignment;
2. Practice placement assessment.
Remember
You must pass both to pass the module overall
Written assignment
Formative
500 words
15th Oct. 2012
Not graded but will
help with summative
Summative
1500 words
19th Dec. 2012
Graded to give the
overall module mark
Formative assessment:Annotated bibliography
Locate 4 credible sources of evidence related to
confidentiality in nursing;
Summarise the main points of each source,
including a citation for the source;
Provide a reference list of these sources in
accordance with UWS Referencing Guidelines.
Summative assessment:Introduction to Nursing Workbook
3 sections
1. Confidentiality
2. Communication
3. Dignity and respect in care
Academic support
Questions about your assignment?
– Post on Moodle
– Posts will be reviewed and answers provided
Timetabled academic support sessions
Practice placement assessment
Formative
Week 2 to 3
Strengths and areas
for improvement
Summative
Week 4
Pass required to pass
the module overall
Practice placement
assessment
Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW)
Induction Standards
HCSW Induction Standards
14 standards focusing on:
Basic things you need to know and do e.g.
– Roles and responsibilities
– NHS policies and procedures
– Safety and security in the workplace
Moodle
Intended learning outcomes
You will be able to:
Identify and contact the module team;
Outline the structure and content of the module;
Describe your responsibilities in relation to
learning and assessment.
Introduction to nursing
Module introduction
University of the West of Scotland
2012
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