Nursing

Academic excellence for business and the professions

Learning to Care:A journey into Nursing

School of Health Sciences

Welcome


Why nursing?

A rewarding and challenging career that makes a real difference

Nurses are highly respected professionals increasingly at the forefront of, and pivotal to, healthcare delivery – traditional role is rapidly changing

Good employment prospects Excellent progression opportunities Many and varied career paths open to qualified

nurses ranging from sister/ charge nurse, community nurse to nurse director or advising Department of Health



Why nursing at City?

Over 120 years experience - formerly St Bartholomew School of Nursing and Midwifery

Renowned teaching staff High level of cutting-edge research

activity Emphasis on clinical skills training Diverse and challenging

placements Highly supportive Inter-professional learning

environment


City University London - leading global university committed to academic excellence and focused on business and the professions

90% of students are satisfied with the quality of their education

(2013 National Student Survey)

Top 10 in the UK for international students

(The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide League Table 2014)

Top 5% of universities in the world

(Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013/14)

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Research in 15 areas of a quality comparable with the best in the world

(2008 Research Assessment Exercise)

Top 10 in the UK for graduate salaries

(The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide League Table 2014; Lloyds Bank University Quality of Student Life Survey 2013)


• 17,000 students • 9,000 undergraduates in five Schools on around 50 courses • About 55% of our students are from the UK, 15% from the rest of

the EU and 30% from outside the EU • 3,000 students will start their undergraduate studies with you

Our students


£25,000 average starting salary for undergraduate degree graduates

94%of our under-graduates are in employment or further study within 6 months after graduation

120 years of experience in training health professionals

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distinct areas with state-of-the-art clinical skills suites and laboratories for nursing, midwifery, radiography, optometry and speech and language therapy 130+

academic staff who are leading health educators, practitioners and researchers

The School of Health Sciences - world-leading centre for education, applied healthcare research and interdisciplinary practice.

No. 1in London for Nursing courses. (Guardian University Guide 2013 and the Times Good University Guide 2013)

No. 1 in London and 2nd in the country for Speech and Language for student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2014)


Our courses

We offer a wide range of courses for those who want to work in healthcare (pre

registration) and those who already work in the sector (post-registration) at

different levels:

• Undergraduate• Top-up degrees• Conversion degrees

In various areas such as:

Health Management, Policy and Research; Long Term Conditions and Long Term Care; Mental Health; Midwifery; Nursing; Optometry; Public Health; Radiography; and Speech and Language Therapy and Science.

• Masters• CPPD• Research – PhDs


Our staff

• Clinical experience• Research active• Informing best practice and policy• Author of core textbooks

Networking Events and Lectures• The Dean’s Lecture Series: with our leading Professors and external

speakers who are key figures in the health and social care sector.


What makes a good nurse?

A commitment to the essence of care and compassion

Strong listening, interaction and communication skills

Interested in working with people from all walks of life

A motivated team player Able to work independently Committed to deliver high quality care

for all patients Recognises the importance of

providing culturally sensitive care A flexible approach to a life that is

NOT a routine 9-5


The impact of all-degree Nursing

Increased professional status of nursing

Increased knowledge of human biology, pathophysiology, physical assessments, nursing diagnosis, care planning

Stronger skills in decision making, analytical thinking and evidence-based care

Advocates that ensure the best for all patients, able to supervise others

High level of duty of patient care… we owe it to the patient to recruit the best candidates… and continue to do so.


Course overview – Examples of Modular Themes

• Exploring professional nursing

• Understanding concepts of biology for health

• Valuing health and social care across the lifespan

• Experiencing acute care

• Experiencing long term care; rehabilitation and recovery

• Elective practice learning

• Engaging in practice learning (1) (2) (3)


Typical Course Summary

50% theory – through lectures and seminars and covering: Clinical skills, study skills, biology, nursing theory, IT, psychology,

sociology, ethics and law, public health Assessments: course work, practicals, examinations, portfolio 50% practice – on clinical placements including an elective experience

in year 2

Note: A five-day week where placements

take place over the 24 hour cycle of care and can include nights and weekends

Seven weeks + annual leave Uniforms provided May be entitled to a NHS bursary


Nursing courses at City

• BSc Adult Nursing• Postgraduate Diploma Adult Nursing

• BSc Child Nursing• Postgraduate Diploma Child Nursing

• BSc Mental Health Nursing• Postgraduate Diploma Mental Health Nursing


NHS Funding

• Fees funded

• Bursary – available but means tested

• Additional student finance available

Strict eligibility criteria apply: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/Students.aspx

• Pick up a copy of Your Guide to NHS Student Bursaries from our information stand

http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/Students.aspx


Adult Nursing


Adult Nursing – why?

Provides a holistic approach to caring for adults who have injuries, suffered accidents, acquired disease or have healthcare needs due to old age or infection.

Gives clinical care based on theoretical knowledge to each patient and provides the best individualised care.

Gives the skills to care for adults who have become incapacitated due to old age.

Provides the knowledge to deal with any medical emergencies that can occur within the home, hospital or wider community.

Can go onto specialise in any medical or physical condition for example breast care nurse specialist, pain specialist, general practice specialist and diabetic nurse specialist.


Adult Placements

Adult students work within a 'community of practice', a partnership of healthcare providers within the North East London - allowing you to become familiar with the needs of the local community and its healthcare providers. This includes:

Barts Health NHS Trust

Homerton University Foundation NHS Trust

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust


Adult Nursing Clinical Experience

• Medical and surgical care

• Community care across the lifespan

• Long-term conditions

• Perspectives of critical care

• Collaborative professional practice

• Outpatient and clinic settings

Placements take place in a range of settings such as acute care, GP surgeries, nursing homes, private hospitals, patients’ homes and the community.

There may also be the opportunity for some practice experience in specialist areas outside of these areas


Mental Health Nursing


Mental Health Nursing – why?

Offers the opportunity to care for the patient or client from an holistic perspective

Delivers both practical nursing care as well as providing social and psychological care

Encourages the formation of close therapeutic relationships with clients

Requires YOU, the individual to be open to your own and others’ feelings

Be able to develop relationships with others, using your personality and integrity

To achieve all of the above the Mental Health student must have excellent listening and observational skills


East London NHS Foundation Trust

• Large specialist Mental Health Trust covering the London boroughs of Tower Hamlets, Hackney and Newham

• Wide range of community, outpatient and inpatient services to children, young people, adults of working age and older adults

• Specialist areas include: – Forensic mental health– CAMHs– Early interventions services


Mental Health Nursing Clinical Experience

• Perspectives of Acute Care

• Mental Health in Community Settings

• Continuing Care

• Older adults with mental health problems

• Collaborative Professional Practice

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)

• Forensic Mental Health Services


Children’s Nursing


Children’s Nursing – why?

– Work in partnership with families and carers to maintain the health of children

– Provide nursing care for children who are ill in a variety of hospital and community settings

– Has the skills and ability to recognise children as individuals and be skilled at building relationships

– Requires excellent communication skills

– Be technically competent at delivering nursing care

– Proficient at teaching and educating children and their families


Placements


50% of your time is spent learning on placements:

Direct contact with patientsWorking alongside qualified

health professionalsShifts patterns – some early

mornings, nights and weekends!

Child students rotate through each of the Communities of Practice


Children’s Nursing Clinical Experience

Child Health:

Nurseries, Health Visitor, Health Centres

Children’s Wards:

General, Specialist

Community Settings:

Children’s Community Teams, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Children’s Hospice, Special Needs Schools

Specialist & Acute Care:

Theatres, Accident & Emergency, Special Care/High Dependency


Application and Selection

• Application via UCAS

• Selection day

• Offer


• The Lord Mayor of London’s Scholarship for Academic Excellence of £500 for highly qualified students

• Accommodation guarantee even if you live in London• Competitive pricing, around £140 per week• All halls in Zone 1 within walking distance• Guarantee includes Liberty Court in nearby Farringdon• Liberty Court can be viewed by booking one of our Accommodation

Tours

City offers: scholarships and competitive accommodation


Other support

• Student Help desk – Myddelton Street Building• Student Centre• Library services• IT support• Students’ Union• Sport and fitness• Social activities


Student facilities

Our state-of-the-art facilities provide a unique environment for studying, socialising and building your professional network

Coming later this year:

– New Students’ Union café/bar

– Refurbished CitySport


What should I do to get the most from the Open Day?• Tour of facilities / clinical skills lab – after this presentation with Student

Ambassadors

• Visit the School Information stand in the Common Room, College Building, with Academic and Admissions staff and Student Ambassadors

• Further information about the School:– www.city.ac.uk/health – 020 7040 5000– [email protected]

– Social media / current students:

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See your guide for more…

See the Open Day Guide for details of talks or what to visit:

• Talks

• Campus tours

• Student life and support

• Admissions

• Accommodation

• Finance

• Library

• Student Union

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