Apprenticeship Learning Log
Date of Learning: 02/06/2023
Time: 9:30 to 12:30
Title of learning activity: Introduction in using EPAD
Diary of Learning activity
(Itemise learning activity and reflect on the main points of learning from each. You should identify for each entry the relevant KSB)
Reflection on Learning Activity (include model of reflection e.g. Driscoll or Gibbs):
What?
Introduction to using EPAD
The responsibilities of a learner were mentioned.
We will have Practice Supervisors, Practice Assessors, and Academic Assessors. Their role and responsibilities were explained. The importance of their role in supporting and guiding us as learners?
The following documents are designed around the following component of assessment and feedback.
- Initial, Mid-Point and Final Interviews per placement
- Professional Values
- Proficiencies Episode(s) of Care
- Medicines Management
- Patient/Service User/Carer Feedback Form
- Record of working with and learning from others/interprofessional working
- Record of communication/additional feedback
- Record of peer feedback – PAD 2
- Ongoing Achievement Record
On orientation, it was explained what to do and what needs to be completed and signed on the EPAD.
And on the first week of placements, there are documents that must be completed. The dateline will show on EPAD.
Professional values must be upheld throughout.
So What
The EPAD will be my tool to use in providing evidence of what I achieved and completed for my placements.
It will give me guidance on what to do and needs to complete each week.
Now what?
I will use the EPAD in making sure I comply with all the evidence-based learning and on top of each document to complete for my placement.
KBS addressed:
KBS addressed:
K1 Understand the code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives, and nursing associates (NMC 2018), and how to fulfil all registration requirements.
K4 Understand the principles of research and how research findings are used to inform evidence-based practice.
K6 Understand and apply relevant legal, regulatory and governance requirements, policies, and ethical frameworks, including any mandatory reporting duties, to all areas of practice.
K19 Know how and when to escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice.
K30 Understand the principles of health and safety legislation and regulations and maintain safe work and care environments.
K36 Understand the roles of the different providers of health and care.
S1 Act in accordance with the Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives, and nursing associates (NMC, 2018), and fulfil all registration requirements.
S2 Keep complete, clear, accurate and timely records.
S4 Take responsibility for continuous self-reflection, seeking and responding to support and feedback to develop professional knowledge and skills.
S5 Safely demonstrate evidence-based practice in all skills and procedures required for entry to the register: Standards of proficiency for nursing associates Annex A & B (NMC 2018)
S6 Act as an ambassador for their profession and promote public confidence in health and care services.
S32 Work collaboratively and in partnership with professionals from different agencies in interdisciplinary teams.
S33 Maintain safe work and care environments.
B1 Treat people with dignity, respecting individual’s diversity, beliefs, culture, needs, values, privacy, and preferences.
B2 Show respect and empathy for those you work with, have the courage to challenge areas of concern and work to evidence based best practice.
B3 Be adaptable, reliable, and consistent, show discretion, resilience and self-awareness.
Apprenticeship Learning Log
Date of Learning: 02/06/2023
Time: 13:30 to 16:00
Title of learning activity: SBAR, BLS and Simulation
Diary of Learning activity
(Itemise learning activity and reflect on the main points of learning from each. You should identify for each entry the relevant KSB)
Reflection on Learning Activity (include model of reflection e.g. Driscoll or Gibbs):
What?
Lecture about SBAR, Basic Life Support, and had to demonstrate it in the simulation area.
Basic Life – preserve life
Immediate life support
Advanced life support
Cardiopulmonary Registration (CPR)
SBAR -Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation
DRSAB -Danger Response Shout for help Airway and Breathing
So What
I learned more about SBAR, BLS and DRSAB.
I had the opportunity to practice in the simulation area and apply what I learned and reflect on what I am doing wrong and what I need to improve.
I left half an hour early but with permission beforehand and did a self-directed learning at home about SBAR and BLS.
Now what?
I became confident and more knowledgeable, and this will help me in my future practice.
KBS addressed:
K1 Understand the code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives, and nursing associates (NMC 2018), and how to fulfil all registration requirements.
K2 Understand the demands of professional practice and demonstrate how to recognise signs of vulnerability in themselves or their colleagues and the action required to minimise risks to health.
K3 Understand the professional responsibility to adopt a healthy lifestyle to maintain the level of personal fitness and well-being required to meet people’s needs for mental and physical care.
K16 Understand body systems and homeostasis, human anatomy and physiology, biology, genomics, pharmacology, social and behavioural sciences as applied to delivery of care.
K19 Know how and when to escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice.
K20 Know how people’s needs for safety, dignity, privacy, comfort and sleep can be met.
K30 Understand the principles of health and safety legislation and regulations and maintain safe work and care environments.
K33 Understand when to seek appropriate advice to manage a risk and avoid compromising quality of care and health outcomes.
K35 Understand own role and the roles of all other staff at different levels of experience and seniority in the event of a major incident.
K36 Understand the roles of the different providers of health and care.
S1 Act in accordance with the Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives, and nursing associates (NMC, 2018), and fulfil all registration requirements.
S4 Take responsibility for continuous self-reflection, seeking and responding to support and feedback to develop professional knowledge and skills.
S6 Act as an ambassador for their profession and promote public confidence in health and care services.
S7 Communicate effectively using a range of skills and strategies with colleagues and people at all stages of life and with a range of mental, physical, cognitive, and behavioural health challenges.
S8 Recognise signs of vulnerability in self or colleagues and the action required to minimise risks to health.
sharing findings, and escalating as needed.
S33 Maintain safe work and care environments.
S34 Act in line with local and national organisational frameworks, legislation, and regulations to report risks, and implement actions as instructed, following up and escalating as required.
S35 Accurately undertake risk assessments, using contemporary assessment tools.
S43 Contribute to team reflection activities to promote improvements in practice and services.
B1 Treat people with dignity, respecting individual’s diversity, beliefs, culture, needs, values, privacy, and preferences.
B2 Show respect and empathy for those you work with, have the courage to challenge areas of concern and work to evidence based best practice.
B3 Be adaptable, reliable, and consistent, show discretion, resilience and self-awareness.