Latest Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026
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Description This 4th-year module is a component of a 36-week Internship. It consolidates the completed theoretical learning and enables the integration of theory and clinical practice. It supports the achievement of clinical competence in preparation for the transition from student to registered nurse. During this module the intern student nurse will form part of the nursing team working within the multidisciplinary team, and will be allocated a caseload of patients supported by a preceptor. The Intern is expected to act on their own initiative and take responsibility for their clients nursing care requirements within their scope of practice. The learning outcomes for this module are derived from the Year 4 learning outcomes prescribed by the Nurse Registration Standards and Requirements (NMBI, 2016) and encompass the 6 domains of nursing outlined. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Professional values The intern student nurse must practice safely, compassionately, professionally, and responsibly. In keeping with the requirements and standards of nurse education, the internship provides the student nurse the opportunities to promote health, prevent illness and provide care across the continuum of health and social care. Care for people of all ages, groups, and communities, sick or well, and in all settings. (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)) Nursing practice and clinical decision making Utilizing clinical judgement the student will use a relevant framework to assess a person's needs. The student will adopt a person-centered appraoch to care and will incorporate recovery-focused interventions based on best evidence and the needs/ goals of the person. Evaluation of nursing care will be collobrative and based on feedback from the person, family, and other health professionals in conjunction with the registered nurse. Knowledge competence, critical thinking and reflection The intern student nurses will analyse and suggest possible responses to situations in the practice setting which demonstrate that (s)he is practicing from a competent knowledge base and using critical thinking and reflection to inform practice. Communication The intern student nurse is expected to demonstrate effective, person-centred therapeutic communication with the patient, family, and multidisciplinary healthcare team. Leadership and professional scholarship During the Internship the student will demonstrate leadership skills, including effective delegation where appropriate. An appreciation of the need for continuing professional development should be evident. Management and teamwork The intern student nurse will practice collaboratively with the person, family and health care team. Demonstration of personal organisation and efficiency in undertaking nursing care is expected at all times. Leadership and professional scholarship During the internship practice placements, the student nurse will demonstrate leadership skills, including effective delegation where appropriate. An appreciation of the need for continuing professional development must be evident at all times. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List Books: None Articles: None | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources None | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||