Bachelor of Science (Nursing)

Course details

An overview of core units and electives you can study in this course.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources using digital technologies to inform nursing practice.
2. Anticipate and identify potential challenges and develop appropriate nursing strategies/solutions.
3. Apply broad health knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical nursing situations.
4. Critically analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex nursing practice.
5. Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Indigenous cultural competence.
6. Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional nursing practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia standards for practice.
7. Demonstrate the Registered Nurse Standards for Practice required by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia for registration.
8. Independently communicate nursing knowledge, concepts and values clearly and coherently.
9. Work collaboratively within the nursing team and with other health care professionals to ethically and effectively respond to diverse health care challenges.

Course structure

C33|6

Other important course notes.

Clinical or professional work placement requirement

Students are required to complete a number of clinical practice units as part of the course. These are delivered in association with a range of clinical partners as full-time clinical placements.

Attendance requirements

Students will undertake clinical practicum during the hours laid down by their host clinical agency. These full-time clinical blocks may occur at times outside the identified semester weeks.

Additionally, pre-identified clinical practicum periods may change with minimal notice to students due to circumstances outside the control of the School.

Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required

To be eligible to undertake clinical practice and fulfil their duty of care, students are required to complete risk management protocols on commencement of the course and carry out amendments in subsequent semesters, as appropriate. Risk management protocols include, but are not restricted to:

International students on temporary visas are required to provide a Certificate of International Police Clearance
Certificate of National Police Clearance
Department of Health (WA) Criminal Screening
Current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) initial certification required plus annual renewal of certification, courses available via ECU approved provider
Current Manual Handling Certification initial certification required plus annual renewal of certification, courses available via approved ECU provider
Evidence of immunisation status as per the Department of Health schedule, more info at http://www.health.wa.gov.au/circularsnew/circular.cfm?Circ_ID=12891
MRSA clearance if worked in, or been admitted to, a health facility outside of Western Australia in the 12 months prior to enrolment;
Working with Children Check, more information at www.workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Due to the practical nature of the nursing and midwifery professions, there are inherent performance requirements applicable to this course that may impact upon the success of some potential students. Applicants and students with a disability or other issue likely to impact on their ability to perform in practice are encouraged to contact the Director, Undergraduate Studies to discuss the inherent requirements of the course and support measures that may be available.

Opportunities and career options after you finish this course.

Registration

Students will need to graduate to be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia is required to practice in the profession.

Graduates are entitled to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia to practice as a registered nurse.

Possible future job titles

Nurse, Children and Young People's Nurse, Critical Care Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Regional Nurse, Aged Care Nurse, Rural Nurse, Remote Nurse