UnitLevel 5Postgraduate

NUR5004 Contemporary nursing practice 4

Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

NUR5004 Contemporary nursing practice 4 is a level 5, 12-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton. It needs NUR5003; or (NUR5006 and NUR5007) and unlocks 1 unit.

Credit points
12
Offered in 2027
Semester 1, Semester 2
Clayton
Assessment
No exam
3 tasks

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Requisites

Enrolment rules

Corequisite:

Course: Must be enrolled in course code: M6016

Unit: GHS5850.

Overview

This unit focuses on preparing you for the transition to practice as a Registered Nurse. In preparing for this transition to health professional, you will explore: the integration of advanced health assessment skills, the clinical application of evidence-based practice, the management of complex nursing situations, inter and intra-professional practice, resilience and self-management.

Offerings in 2027

Teaching periodCampusMode
First semesterClaytonImmersive
Second semesterClaytonImmersive

Assessment

  • Case study analysis (2,000 word equivalent)Presentation
    40%
  • Reflection (1,500 words)Written
    30%
  • Clinical PerformanceWork integratedCompetency hurdle
    30%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    Critically reflect on specific learning needs in preparation for registration as a nurse

  2. 2

    Demonstrate a systematic approach to identify, assess and respond to the deteriorating patient

  3. 3

    Demonstrate clinical judgement skills to identify, analyse and resolve clinical concerns in the patient with complex and/or life threatening illnesses

  4. 4

    Apply knowledge of appropriate therapeutic medications in the care of patients with complex or life-threatening illnesses

  5. 5

    Collaborate within an interprofessional team in the provision of quality care

  6. 6

    Support near peers in a range of skills relating to patient assessment and care within a clinical setting

  7. 7

    Undertake complex nursing activities in a range of clinical settings and effectively apply prioritising, problem solving and time management skills

  8. 8

    Critically reflect on actions, professional development and on the nature of nursing practice in relation to the nursing management of clients' health needs

  9. 9

    Reflect on and evaluate performance of self and others related to knowledge, skills and delivery of nursing care

  10. 10

    Demonstrate practice at a beginning level in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) Registered Nurse Standards for Practice, Code of conduct for nurses and the International Council of Nurses (ICN) Code of ethics for nurses

Workload and teaching

  • Tutorials48 hours
9 hours per week of teacher facilitated and self-directed learning including tutorials, clinical learning environments and online activities. Please refer to Moodle for tutorial types and requirements.

Learning resources

Required resources

See Moodle for details about required resources.

Contacts

Unit Coordinators
Andy Macey
Chief Examiners
Andy Macey

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for NUR5004?

You need NUR5003; or (NUR5006 and NUR5007) before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.

What can I take after NUR5004?

NUR5004 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including GHS5850.

When is NUR5004 offered?

In 2027, NUR5004 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton.

Does NUR5004 have an exam?

No. NUR5004 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.

More details

Credit points
12
Level
5
Study level
Postgraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Organisational unit
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.250
Student contribution
SCA Band 1
Study abroad
Not available