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Unit outline_

NURS1010: Experiencing Illness

Semester 2, 2026 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

This unit of study has a focus on the different ways in which individuals subjectively experience health, illness, and health care across the lifespan. Attention will be drawn to factors arising in illness and lived experiences, such as issues of self-identity and biographical disruption. Social attitudes to illness and mental health issues, including stigma and discrimination, and how these can impact on the individual experience will also be explored. Person-centred practice and the culture of nursing will be critically examined in terms of their impact on care, and in the context of people having diverse social and cultural backgrounds and age groups and being partners in their care. Consideration will be given to the health and illness experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from other various cultural groups, people living with mental health issues, and people from varied socioeconomic backgrounds. This unit includes Mental Health First Aid training to equip students with basic knowledge and skills to recognise early indications of mental health changes in another student or adult, learn to openly speak about mental health, reduce stigma and increase support for people living with mental health issues, and recognise when another student or adult may be in crisis.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Nursing and Midwifery
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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None
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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NURS1006
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator Karen Elliott, karen.watson@sydney.edu.au
The census date for this unit availability is 31 August 2026
Type Description Weight Due Length Use of AI
In-person written or creative task Early Feedback Task Assessment 1 Tutorial Quiz
Multiple choice/short answer quiz, weeks 2(EFT), 7 and 8 with weighting of 10% each
30% Multiple weeks Three (3) quizzes of 15 minutes each AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Attendance - accreditation or faculty requirement hurdle task Attendance
Satisfactory attendance and participation in learning activities across all our coursework programs is required.
0% Progressive Semester 2 2026 Not applicable
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
In-person practical, skills, or performance task or test Assessment 2A: Research Search Skills
Develop a search strategy to identify appropriate case study literature
5% Week 03 30 Minutes AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3
Case studies group assignment Assessment 2B: Application of Search Skills
Application of evidence to structure patient communication
15% Week 03 Tutorial time AI allowed
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Out-of-class quiz Assessment 3A: Mental Health First Aid
Pre-workshop Mental Health First Aid online modules.
0% Week 04
Due date: 25 Aug 2026 at 23:59
2 hours AI allowed
Outcomes assessed: LO5 LO6
Out-of-class quiz Assessment 3B: Mental Health First Aid
Post-workshop quiz and upload of completion certificate
0% Week 06
Due date: 11 Sep 2026 at 23:59
30 minutes AI allowed
Outcomes assessed: LO5 LO6
In-person practical, skills, or performance task or test group assignment Assessment 2C: Application of Communication Skills
Team simulation assessment
10% Week 09 12 minutes plus 3 minutes time out AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Written work Assessment 4: Lived Experience Analysis of First Nation Healthcare
Written work that critically analyses First Nations Healthcare experiences in screen media
40% Week 10
Due date: 14 Oct 2026 at 23:59
1500 words AI allowed
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
hurdle task = hurdle task ?
group assignment = group assignment ?
early feedback task = early feedback task ?

Early feedback task

This unit includes an early feedback task, designed to give you feedback prior to the census date for this unit. Details are provided in the site and your result will be recorded in your Marks page. It is important that you actively engage with this task so that the University can support you to be successful in this unit.

Assessment summary

Assessment 1: Tutorial Quizzes

Three online, in-class quizzes consisting of multiple-choice and short-answer questions. That assess understanding of foundational unit content, including lectures, workbooks, and tutorial activities. Requires a single, 15-minute live attempt during scheduled tutorials.

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Assessment 2: Application of Illness Experience Skills (Clinical Team Challenges)

Individual and collaborative group tasks designed to build nursing teamwork, evidence application, and communication skills.

Part A: Individual in-class open-book task testing qualitative literature searching skills for a clinical case.

Part B: Team application of literature searching to collaboratively complete a structured clinical scenario template.

Part C: Live clinical team simulation applying evidence-based communication strategies with an actor portraying a person in distress.

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Assessment 3: Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Micro-Credential

Students complete a blended delivery micro-credential, a compulsory hurdle requirement for course progression.

Part 3A: Pre-requisite online learning modules required to qualify for the practical component.

Part 3B: Attendance at a mandatory face-to-face workshop, completion of a post-training certification quiz, and official certificate upload.

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Assessment 4: Lived Experience Analysis of First Nations Healthcare

An individual written critical analysis of a prescribed screen media text exploring a First Nations person or community's healthcare journey. Students apply the frameworks of person-centered care and cultural safety, supported by qualitative research literature, to draw clear implications for nursing practice.

Please note:ÌýEach student is required to submit all assessment items, and each submission needs to be of an assessable standard, in order to be eligible to pass this unit. Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

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AttendanceÌý

Satisfactory attendance and participation in learning activities across all our coursework programs is required.ÌýPlease familiarise yourselves with theÌýÌý as they will be formally applied to this unit of study.ÌýÌý

Assessment criteria

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Assessment summary

Assessment 1: Tutorial Quizzes Consisting of 15 multiple choice / short answer questions, these quizzes will test your understanding of foundational unit content, including lectures, workbooks, and tutorial activities. Requires a single, 15-minute live attempt in your usual scheduled tutorial class in weeks 2, 7, and 8.

Assessment 2: Application of Illness Experience Skills (Clinical Team Challenges) Individual and collaborative group tasks designed to build nursing teamwork, evidence application, and communication skills. Consists of an individual qualitative literature search task (Part A), a collaborative team clinical scenario template (Part B), and a live clinical team simulation with an actor portraying a person in distress (Part C).

Assessment 3: Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Micro-Credential A blended delivery micro-credential completed as a compulsory hurdle requirement for course progression. Requires completion of pre-requisite online learning modules (Part 3A) followed by attendance at a mandatory face-to-face workshop, a post-training certification quiz, and official certificate upload (Part 3B).

Assessment 4: Lived Experience Analysis of First Nations Healthcare An individual written critical analysis of a prescribed screen media text exploring a First Nations person or community's healthcare journey. Students apply the frameworks of person-centered care and cultural safety, supported by qualitative research literature, to draw clear implications for nursing practice.

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Late penalties

Late submission In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.

For more information see guide to grades.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

You can use generative AI tools for open assessments. Restrictions on AI use apply to secure, supervised assessments used to confirm if students have met specific learning outcomes.

Refer to the assessment table above to see if AI is allowed, for assessments in this unit and check Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks and AI use.

If you use AI, you must always acknowledge it. Misusing AI may lead to a breach of theÌýAcademic Integrity Policy.

Visit theÌýCurrent Students websiteÌýfor more information on AI in assessments, includingÌýdetails on how to acknowledge its use.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The University expects students to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

Our websiteÌýprovides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. This includes advice on how to avoid common breaches of academic integrity. Ensure that you have completed theÌýAcademic Honesty Education Module (AHEM)Ìýwhich is mandatory for all commencing coursework students

Penalties for serious breaches can significantly impact your studies and your career after graduation. It is important that you speak with your unit coordinator if you need help with completing assessments.

Visit theÌýCurrent Students websiteÌýfor more information on AI in assessments, includingÌýdetails on how to acknowledge its use.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through aÌýsimple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible forÌýspecial consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students,ÌýÌýincludes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students PolicyÌýreflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Introduction to Evidence: Navigating the Qualitative Landscape Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO2
Foundations of Inquiry: Evidence-Based Paradigms in Nursing Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 02 The Patients Story: Unpacking Lived Experience and Holistic Needs Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
The Relational Space: Holding Trauma, Hope and Lived Experience Lecture (2 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 03 Evidence in Action: The Clinical Literature and Search Challenge Tutorial (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
The Rogerian Core: Empathy, Interpersonal Skills, and the Nurses Emotional Intelligence Quotient Lecture (2 hr) LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 04 Safety and Power: Implementing Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) Lecture (2 hr) LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 05 Mental Health First Aid face-to-face component Workshop (4 hr) LO4 LO5 LO6
Communication in Crisis: Navigating Neurocognitive and Environmental Barriers Lecture (2 hr) LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 06 From Screen to Story: Analysing Lived Experience and Health Narratives in Screen Media Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 07 Indigenous Communication Frameworks (Yatdjuligin text, Clinical Yarning, Ngungkari) Tutorial (2 hr) LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
The Empathy Effect (Compassion and Self-Compassion) Lecture (2 hr) LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 08 Simulation Practice Lab and Advanced Synthesis (Integrating TIC & Yarning) Tutorial (2 hr) LO2 LO4 LO5 LO6
From Evidence to Practice (Essay Writing Guide) Lecture (2 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
The Nurse in practice: Synthesising Evidence, Theory, and Clinical Wisdom Lecture (2 hr) LO2 LO4 LO5
Week 09 Clinical Team Challenge (Live Simulation with Actor) Tutorial (2 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6

Attendance and class requirements

The Sydney Nursing School Attendance and Participation Provisions (2026) provide the framework for attendance and participation requirements across all coursework programs. Students are expected to familiarise themselves with these provisions, which outline their responsibilities for attending and participating in required learning activities, as well as the processes to follow if they are unable to attend.

View the SNS Attendance and Participation Provisions (2026):

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Attendance BN [AS]

  • Students are expected to attend, engage and participate in all scheduled classes and required learning activities. Students must notify the school if they are, or will be, unable to attend a required learning activity; and apply for special consideration or special arrangements; or have an academic plan with relevant adjustments, where appropriate. Students must apply for Special Consideration for absence from any scheduled required learning activity which includes an assessment.Ìý For additional information, please review the policy

Attendance and participation are monitored.

  • Students should attend and participate in all required learning activities in person, except for (a) pre-recorded lectures, which students may view in their own time; and (b) other sessions as specified by the unit coordinator. Students who fail to attend a required learning activity will be recorded as absent.
  • Students must attend/participate in any live/synchronousÌýlectures,Ìýand view any recorded lectures, specified as compulsory per unit of study.
  • Any anticipated absences or late arrivals should be clearly communicated to your unit of study coordinator as soon as possible. Your email should clearly state your name and the day and time you will be absent and should be emailed via your university email address; your unit of study coordinator will advise you accordingly.
  • ÌýStudents must attend/participate in minimumÌý90% of allÌýtutorial classesÌýscheduled per unit of study. At the discretion of the Unit of Study Coordinator, where relevant, an alternative (catch-up) learning activity may be approved and provided to students absent from tutorials due to unforeseen circumstances or with an approved planned absence. Any unexplained absences are a breach of professionalism, and a potential risk of not passing the unit of study. Not meeting attendance requirements could lead to an Absent Fail grade and referral to the School’s Student Professionalism Committee.

Ìý Ìý (i) maximum two tutorial absences permitted per unit of study where an approved alternative (catch-up) learning activity is completed.

Ìý Ìý (ii) where a student satisfactorily completes an approved alternative learning activity, this will be recorded.

  • Students must attend/participate inÌýall practical classesÌý(simulation labs and/or workshops) scheduled per unit of study.
  • At the discretion of the Unit of Study Coordinator, where relevant, an alternative (catch-up) learning activity may be approved and provided to students absent from practical classes due to unforeseen circumstances or with an approved planned absence: (i) maximum two practical class absences permitted per unit of study where an approved alternative (catch-up) learning activity is completed. (ii) where a student satisfactorily completes an approved alternative learning activity, this will be recorded.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. appraise and engage in research and critically examine evidence - both quantitative and qualitative, in order to determine evidence-based conclusions to support beginning level practice.
  • LO2. demonstrate information literacy in the searching out and appraising of the qualitative research literature on illness and lived experience to determine evidence based and person-centred and family/carer and community centred approaches to care.
  • LO3. consider features of nursing and midwifery professional culture, as well as clinical practice and service delivery factors, that impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
  • LO4. identify and explore the relationship between ethical reasoning, illness experience and person-centred and family-centred practice within a cultural safety framework that recognises and engages with the values, beliefs and illness experience of individuals, families, and communities as partners in care in a socially and culturally diverse healthcare context.
  • LO5. demonstrate an ability to think critically about the ways in which patients, families and nurses can relate to, and interact with, each other, and an understanding of the relationship between trust, accountability and vulnerability and the associated professional responsibilities of a registered nurse.
  • LO6. demonstrate beginning skills in therapeutic listening and micro-skills in communication and conflict management with socially and culturally diverse patients, families/carers and communities, and within interprofessional healthcare teams.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all ±¬ÁÏÍõ graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes Competency standards
LO1
National Practice Standards for Nurses in General Practice - ANMF
1.4.RNAP5. Participates in the generation of evidence to support the effectiveness of nursing in general practice.
2.6. Standard 6: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to provide safe, effective and evidence-based nursing care
2.6.RN1. Articulates an understanding of evidence based practice and its application within nursing.
2.6.RN7. Using evidence-based principles, evaluates the ongoing care requirements of consumers.
LO2
National Practice Standards for Nurses in General Practice - ANMF
2.6. Standard 6: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to provide safe, effective and evidence-based nursing care
2.6.RN7. Using evidence-based principles, evaluates the ongoing care requirements of consumers.
LO3
National Practice Standards for Nurses in General Practice - ANMF
2.10.RN2. Provides nursing care in a respectful and culturally safe manner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Curriculum Framework - DOH
6.3. Incorporate knowledge and skills of culturally safe communication when interacting with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and family members (ETP)
LO4
National Practice Standards for Nurses in General Practice - ANMF
2.10.RN1. Demonstrates respect for consumers regardless of their native language, cultural/ ethnic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic status, physical or mental capacity, values or beliefs in the delivery of primary nursing care.
4.20.RN2. Uses effective communication and interpersonal skills to build trust, promote confidence and satisfaction, and empower consumers, their families and support persons.
4.20.RN3. Creates and maintains a safe physical and/or psychosocial environment for consumers, their families and support persons.
LO5
National Practice Standards for Nurses in General Practice - ANMF
4.20.RN2. Uses effective communication and interpersonal skills to build trust, promote confidence and satisfaction, and empower consumers, their families and support persons.
4.20.RN3. Creates and maintains a safe physical and/or psychosocial environment for consumers, their families and support persons.
4.20.RN4. Critically reflects on strategies used to engage with consumers, their families and support persons.
LO6
Standards of Practice for Australian Mental Health Nurses - ACMHN
Standard 1. The mental health nurse acknowledges diversity in culture, values and belief systems and ensures his/her practice is nondiscriminatory, and promotes dignity and self-determination.
National Practice Standards for Nurses in General Practice - ANMF
4.20.RN1. Practises in a manner that recognises the importance and maintenance of professional and therapeutic relationships in the general practice setting.
4.20.RN2. Uses effective communication and interpersonal skills to build trust, promote confidence and satisfaction, and empower consumers, their families and support persons.
4.20.RN3. Creates and maintains a safe physical and/or psychosocial environment for consumers, their families and support persons.
4.20.RN4. Critically reflects on strategies used to engage with consumers, their families and support persons.
AMC Domains 2024 -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
1.2 T P Apply whole-person care principles in clinical practice, including considering a patient’s physical, mental, developmental, emotional , social, economic, environmental, cultural and spiritual needs and their geographic location.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Curriculum Framework -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
1.2 T P Analyse the impact of historical events on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and health service access, and the implications of these events on building trust and relationships with individuals, families and communities in health practice (I)
1.3 T P Incorporate strategies for delivering health care that builds trust and relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities (ETP)
2.2 T P Examine Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander key concepts of health and wellbeing and the influence of culture, family and connection to country in health practice (I)
2.3 T P Design strategies to incorporate knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and concepts of health and wellbeing into health care practice to enhance cultural safety (ETP)
6.2 P Analyse differences between own verbal and non-verbal communication and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, and the implications for health care (I)
6.3 T P Incorporate knowledge and skills of culturally safe communication when interacting with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and family members (ETP)
7.3 T P Formulate strategies for incorporating strengths-based communication approaches into health practice with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients (ETP)
Australian Medical Council's Graduate Outcome Statements -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
4.2 T Demonstrate professional values including commitment to high quality clinical standards, compassion, empathy and respect for all patients. Demonstrate the qualities of integrity, honesty, leadership and partnership to patients, the profession and society.
NESA Priority Area Elaborations -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
1b-ATSICO.04 A how media representations and personal histories and experiences shape and influence perceptions of and assumptions about Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples and their community life
National Practice Standards for Nurses in General Practice -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
1.3.RN4 A Plans own continuing professional education based on areas identified for development.
1.3.RN5 A Actively participates in professional development activities relevant to nursing in general practise.
1.3.RN6 A Regularly participates in the activities of relevant professional nursing and/or general practice organisations.
1.4.RNAP5 A P Participates in the generation of evidence to support the effectiveness of nursing in general practice.
2.10.RN1 A T P Demonstrates respect for consumers regardless of their native language, cultural/ ethnic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic status, physical or mental capacity, values or beliefs in the delivery of primary nursing care.
2.10.RN2 A T P Provides nursing care in a respectful and culturally safe manner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
2.10.RN3 P Recognizes and respects the impact of diversity on consumers accessing primary care services.
2.11.RN4 A Uses appropriate communication skills and resources to deliver health information to individual consumers.
2.6.RN1 A Articulates an understanding of evidence based practice and its application within nursing.
2.6.RN3 A Adapts theoretical knowledge and clinical skills to the individual and Practice population.
2.6.RN7 A T P Using evidence-based principles, evaluates the ongoing care requirements of consumers.
3.18.RNAP03 T Analyses and interprets current population health data to inform improvements in nursing care and/or service delivery in the Practice.
4.20.RN1 T Practises in a manner that recognises the importance and maintenance of professional and therapeutic relationships in the general practice setting.
4.20.RN2 A T P Uses effective communication and interpersonal skills to build trust, promote confidence and satisfaction, and empower consumers, their families and support persons.
4.20.RN3 A T P Creates and maintains a safe physical and/or psychosocial environment for consumers, their families and support persons.
4.20.RN4 T P A Critically reflects on strategies used to engage with consumers, their families and support persons.
4.20.RNAP05 P A Provides mentorship to other members of the general practice team to support communication and relationship building.
Practice Standards for Specialist Critical Care Nurses -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
9.1 T Element 1: Gathers, analyses and integrates data from a variety of sources, and acts on the significance of findings to formulate an individualised plan of care.
Registered Nurses Standards for Practice -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
1.1 A T P Accesses, analyses, and uses the best available evidence, that includes research findings for safe quality practice
2.3 T Recognises that people are the experts in the experience of their life
2.8 A Participates in and/or leads collaborative practice
5.1 T A Uses assessment data and best available evidence to develop a plan
Standards of Practice for Australian Mental Health Nurses -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
Standard 1 A T P The mental health nurse acknowledges diversity in culture, values and belief systems and ensures his/her practice is nondiscriminatory, and promotes dignity and self-determination.
Standard 2 A T P The Mental Health Nurse establishes collaborative partnerships that facilitate and support people with mental health issues to participate in all aspects of their care.
Standard 3 T The Mental Health Nurse develops a therapeutic relationship that is respectful of the individual’s choices, experiences, and circumstances. This involves building on strengths, holding hope and enhancing resilience to promote recovery.

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

This is a new unit of study that has not participated in closing the loop

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