Making the Transition to Graduate-Registered- Nurse Practice
16 Credits (ECTS)
Making the Transition to Graduate-Registered - Nurse Practice
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Module Description
In this module, students will consolidate all their learning throughout the program and critically reflect on its relevance for their practice as graduate-registered nurses.
They will achieve final sign-off on all competencies required to apply for registration with the Malta Council of Nurses and Midwives.
Emphasis will be placed on understanding and applying Maltese legislation related to the healthcare sector, ensuring that students are well-versed in local legal and regulatory frameworks.
By integrating their accumulated knowledge and skills, students will be fully prepared to enter the nursing profession, adhering to the highest standards of practice and patient care.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course will need to possess:
- Two A-levels, one of them preferably being in a science subject, or an equivalent qualification at MQF Level 4 (for example, a Level 4 Diploma in Applied Science).
- Either Biology or Chemistry or Health & Social Care at Intermediate level.
OR
- At least 1 of the following: Biology, Chemistry, or Health & Social Care at level 4 (advanced or intermediate)
- and at least 3 of the following: Physics, Sociology, Psychology, English, Maltese or Mathematics at level 4 (advanced or intermediate).
Applicants will also need to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in English language by a valid International English Language Testing System level at overall level 6 or Occupational English Test with B in speaking and C+ in writing or Matriculation and Secondary Education Certificate (MATSEC) pass at Grade 3 or better in English Language.
- Prior to commence the enrolling in any nursing programme, students should provide evidence of a clean conduct published by the respective police force or authority.
- In the case of those students who do not possess a Level 4 qualification, but who have a substantial amount of experience in the care industry and who possess O-level standard education, ca n be accepted into this Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nursing Science, on the condition that they undergo and acquire a pass in a Level 4 preparatory programme offered by IDEA College.
Furthermore, these students shall also undergo a RPL process in order to verify their work experience. Link to RPL Policy and Process: https://mt.ideaeducation.com/app/uploads/2022/09/Doc_007_22-Recognition-of-Prior-Learning-Policy-and-Process.pdf
Target Audience
This programme targets:
- Students who have completed their post-secondary education and would like to pursue a tertiary-level education in nursing.
- Older adults who have worked in different environments, but mostly in the care industry, who are interested in pursuing a programme in nursing.
- Individuals who are qualified in areas related to healthcare such as podiatry and physiotherapy and who are looking for or considering a career change in nursing.
Module / Unit Instructions
Clinical placement learning under the guidance of a mentor empowers the nurse to accept and exercise responsibility and accountability for independent learning, personal growth, and self-awareness and to demonstrate the competence required to be able to apply for a first level nurse.
A variety of teaching and learning strategies are used to facilitate building the student nurses’ development over time which may include:
- Supervised clinical nursing practice providing experiential learning and enabling the student nurse to achieve and demonstrate competence.
- Reflective discussions during supervised practice that facilitate critical awareness and reflective practice.
- Problem solving techniques which will enable the student nurse to assess and manage work in conjunction with peers.
How you’ll be assessed
This module comprises of:
- Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
- Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.
Assessment
Assessment of this module consists of three components:
- Formative development of clinical competencies.
- Summative Portfolio of evidence linked to skills development.
- Summative achievement of placement specific clinical competencies.
Module Intake Dates
October 2024
Learning Outcomes
Competences:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:
- Lead the delivery of safe, effective, professional nursing care to complement the care input from other professionals in the team.
- Consolidate and finalise their skills to meet all the requirements for graduate-registered-nurse practice.
- Demonstrate the confidence and competence required for graduate-registered-nurse-practice in Malta.
- Demonstrate the advanced-level communication skills, interpersonal skills, and emotional intelligence needed by a graduate registered nurse.
- Demonstrate skills to be able to teach other nurses and professionals and a willingness to support the career development of others.
- Work with integrity, moral courage, and commitment to ensure patients are protected, risks are effectively assessed and managed, and the poor practice of others is challenged within local polices, protocol, and guidelines.
Knowledge:
By the end of this module the student will have been exposed to the following indicative content:
- Lead the delivery of safe, effective, professional nursing care to complement the care input from other professionals in the team.
- Consolidate and finalise their skills to meet all the requirements for graduate-registered-nurse practice.
- Demonstrate the confidence and competence required for graduate-registered-nurse-practice in Malta.
- Demonstrate the advanced-level communication skills, interpersonal skills, and emotional intelligence needed by a graduate registered nurse.
- Demonstrate skills to be able to teach other nurses and professionals and a willingness to support the career development of others.
- Work with integrity, moral courage, and commitment to ensure patients are protected, risks are effectively assessed and managed, and the poor practice of others is challenged within local polices, protocol, and guidelines.
Skills:
By the end of this module, the students will be able to:
- Demonstrate graduate-registered-nurse competence and capability in their final practice learning setting.
- Acquire employment interview skills and write a Curriculum Vitae.
- Write a conference standard abstract and present it to peers.
- Think critically, appraise evidence, assess need, understand context, and deliver nurse practice to the standard required for qualification as a registered nurse.
- Use a range of advanced communication skills to communicate with others in the practice placement setting to the level required of a graduate qualified nurse.
Module-Specific Learner Skills:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will be able to
- Present own discussion and developments in a logical and organised manner through approaches of critical feedback and self-reflection.
- Engage with peers and/or team members to share and reflect on own development.
Module-Specific Digital Skills and Competences:
At the end of the module/unit, the learner will be able to:
- Navigate through the online learning platform to find assignments, discussion boards, literature, tutorials, etc.