Apprenticeship Learning Log
Date of Learning: 28/03/2023
Time: 9:30 to 16:30
Title of learning activity: Introduction Day 2
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):
I came in the room with my fellow trainee and everyone was a bit busy trying to complete and sort their learning logs from yesterday and Colin started by discussing the KSB included for the learning log. He emphasized a few KSB that should be included on our learning log like the K1 Understand the code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates (NMC 2018).
He asked us what is a Nursing Associate; each one gave their own definition like it is a bridge between Healthcare Assistant and Registered Nurse in providing care or Nursing Associate is freeing the Registered Nurse to focus on more complex patients and he explain that it is a protected title, registered profession, must obey and follow the NMC code, administer medication and can initiate care. He also tackles the different role of Nursing Associate from HCA and RN. Although Nursing associate can initiate care, Registered Nurse will do the initial care plan of a patient and also attend the triage.
Then we had a group work to research and give our input with the topics Professionalism, Accountability and The Code. Each group participated and communicate effectively with their allocated topics, they show their respect and letting others speak and they listen to one another including Colin. I was included in the group where we discuss The Code. I was allocated to explain one of the codes of conduct which is to Promote Professionalism and Trust. I seek Colin’s input to ensure the topic was discussed thoroughly. It was a great morning and all trainees were accounted for as we signed the attendance sheet for the Ofsted requirements and we had our lesson in a safe work and care environment. Colin ended the lesson by saying he was pleased with our behaviour so far.
Reference: https://www.nmc.org.uk/globalassets/sitedocuments/nmc-publications/nmc-code.pdf
KSBs 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
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
K7 Understand the importance of courage and transparency and apply the Duty of Candour
K30 Understand the principles of health and safety legislation and regulations and maintain safe work and care environments
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
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.
S9 Develop, manage and maintain appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues
S33 Maintain safe work and care environments
S43 Contribute to team reflection activities to promote improvements in practice and services
S44 Access, input, and apply information and data using a range of methods including digital technologies, and share appropriately within interdisciplinary teams
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
Date of Learning: 28/03/2023
Time: 13:30 to 16:30
Title of learning activity: Introduction Day 2
(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):
The afternoon starts with Library tour with Academic Librarian Stevie Russel. She showed us how to find books, access online and where we can find most nursing books. Nursing books are mainly located at the second floor and starts with 610 barcode. It was beneficial as we will be doing some research and book references in the future. Then we head back to the room and Colin explained to us the effective way of reading a paper or an article, what to look for, like reading the abstract and conclusions, if its relevant to the topic we are looking for and most specially if it is evidence based. We also introduced to VARK (Visual, Aural/Auditory, Read/Write and Kinaesthetic) which is a questionnaire to identify an individual’s learning style. Each topic was discussed clearly by Colin and it he also mentioned that VARK is aa learning style that help not just the learner but also the teacher where the teacher can adjust their teaching according to the learner’s learning style. It is a very important component to understand why certain things don’t work with other learners. Colin ends his lesson by asking us to search, download, and fill up a VARK questionnaire and bring it on Friday and also not to forget to do our learning log and reflection for today. Everyone listen attentively to him and show good behaviour throughout the lesson.
KSBs 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
K4 Understand the principles of research and how research findings are used to inform evidence-based practice
K18 Understand and apply the principles and processes for making reasonable adjustments
K30 Understand the principles of health and safety legislation and regulations and maintain safe work and care environments
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
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.
S9 Develop, manage and maintain appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues
S10 Provide, promote, and where appropriate advocate for, non-discriminatory, person-centred and sensitive care at all times, reflecting on people’s values and beliefs, diverse backgrounds, cultural characteristics, language requirements, needs and preferences, taking account of any need for adjustments
S32 Work collaboratively and in partnership with professionals from different agencies in interdisciplinary teams
S33 Maintain safe work and care environments
S43 Contribute to team reflection activities to promote improvements in practice and services
S44 Access, input, and apply information and data using a range of methods including digital technologies, and share appropriately within interdisciplinary teams
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.
Reflection Reflection on Learning Activity (Driscoll)
One of the lessons today was about the Role of a Nursing Associate.
I have a little bit of idea of what a Nursing Associate do because I worked with them in the hospital. I am unsure on the scope of their duties, responsibilities and legal obligations.
Colin explained the role of a Nursing Associate that it is a protected title, registered profession, must obey and follow the NMC code, administer medication and can initiate care. He also tackles the different role of Nursing Associate from HCA and RN. Although Nursing associate can initiate care, Registered Nurse will do the initial care plan of a patient and also attend the triage.
This information helped me understand more of what a Nursing Associate duties and responsibilities. I will use it and share with co-workers to inform and avoid misconception.