 Demonstrate proficiency in a range of core clinical skills identified in the NMC (2010) Essential Skills Clusters for Pre-Registration Nursing Programmes.

Professional Knowledge and Skills for Nursing Practice - 7KNIE701

Module aim

This module will enable you to acquire professional nursing knowledge and to develop a repertoire of essential clinical skills required for the delivery of safe, holistic nursing care to individuals across a range of healthcare settings.

Learning outcomes

 Demonstrate proficiency in a range of core clinical skills identified in the NMC (2010) Essential Skills Clusters for Pre-Registration Nursing Programmes.

 Identify and critically examine the evidence-base informing essential clinical skills required in the patient care setting.

 Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the importance of accurately interpreting, reporting and documenting data in a clear and concise way.

 Demonstrate a critical understanding of key components of professional practice in relation to nursing care.

 Critically evaluate the potential influence of psychological, social and cultural factors in relation to the nursing care of the individual in the health care setting.

 Critically evaluate your own learning needs and identify opportunities for further skill development to advance professional knowledge and evidence-based practice.

A 2,000 word written essay forms 90% weighting for the summative assessment.

Essay Title: A critical discussion of undertaking <>. Possible skills you may chose related to what has been covered in the skills sessions and are as follows:  Undertaking hand-decontamination  Using personal protective equipment

 Undertaking a bed bath or bathing a baby

 Feeding a patient (by the oral route)

 Providing oral care

 Undertaking Blood pressure

 Undertaking TPR measurements

 Undertaking aseptic non-touch technique

 Administering oral medication

 Administering medicine by subcutaneous (SC) injection

 Administering medicine by intramuscular (IM) injection 

Ensure your essay includes:

1. A brief introduction (approximately 100 words)

2. A critical understanding of professional issues that underpins the care provided in relation to your chosen clinical skill (approximately 350 - 400 words) (Learning outcomes 4)

3. A critical discussion and debate of the evidence that relates to how the essential skill you have chosen should be undertaken (approximately 800 - 1,000 words) (Learning outcome 2)

4. A critical evaluation of evaluation of the potential influence of psychological, social and cultural factors that impacted, or may impact, the nursing care provided when undertaking your chosen essential skill (approximately 350 - 400 words) (Learning outcome 5)

5. A conclusion. The conclusion should include how this learning will impact your future nursing practice and any identification of further skill development required (approximately 200 words) (Learning outcome 6).