Return to Practice (Nursing)  CPD

What will I learn?

The module will enable you to:

• Discuss the influence of health and social policy relevant to the practice of nursing and midwifery, with knowledge of legislation
• Outline the current structure and organisation of care, nationally and locally, particularly the relationship between public and private sectors, and user and carer involvement
• Discuss the current issues in nursing and midwifery education and practice, such as the  identification of, and where possible, elimination of environmental hazards, e.g. infections, knowledge of contemporary ethical issues, and the impact of ethical issues on nursing care
• The ability to identify strengths and weaknesses, acknowledge limitations of competence and recognise the importance of maintaining and developing professional competence
• Identify one's own professional development needs and develop a personal development plan, which takes action to meet any identified knowledge and skills deficit
• Practice in accordance with an ethical and legal framework which ensures the primacy of patient and client interest and well-being and respects confidentiality
• Practice in a fair and anti-discriminatory way, acknowledging the differences in beliefs and cultural practices of individuals or groups, empowering clients, carers and users.  
• Demonstrate a commitment to the needs of continuing professional development and develop own learning through Portfolio of Practice.
• Demonstrate ability to use appropriate communication, teaching and learning skills.  

Teaching and Assessment