Pathway Outline

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Acute Care

Acute Care

Pathway
National Code
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State Code
AB87
DTWD Status
Approved
Associated Qualification
Advanced Diploma of Nursing
National Code
HLT64115
State Code
AZA2
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Original TGA Release Date
08/12/2015
Field of Education
0603 - Nursing
Approved Date
22/06/2016
Stream of Study
Subsequent to Initial Vocational (4000)
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Version
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
Nominal Hours
725
Description
This qualification reflects the role of enrolled nurses with advanced skills who work in a specialised area of nursing practice. At this level, enrolled nurses integrate and adapt specialised, technical and theoretical knowledge to address a diverse range of clinical situations and challenges in their area of specialisation. They contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical practice using research and participation in broader organisational quality processes. Enrolled nurses retain responsibility for their own actions while remaining accountable to the Registered Nurse/Midwife for all delegated functions.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = ten (10)
- three (3) core units
- seven (7) elective units, consisting of:
- units required for one (1) specialisation as detailed below
- up to two (2) units from the electives listed below, or any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome

Five (5) Group A electives, including HLTENN007, HLTENN023 and HLTENN024, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Acute care)

All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVZ97 HLTENN020 Conduct clinical assessments 70 Unit of competency
AVZ83 HLTENN034 Contribute to the improvement of clinical practice 30 Unit of competency
AVZ84 HLTENN033 Research and report on nursing trends and practice 50 Unit of competency
2. Group A Elective Units – Acute Care Specialisation
Five (5) Group A electives, including HLTENN007, HLTENN023 and HLTENN024, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Acute care).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWA10 HLTENN007 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy 250 Unit of competency
AWA07 HLTENN010 Apply a palliative approach in nursing practice 45 Unit of competency
AVZ93 HLTENN024 Apply nursing practice in the cardiovascular care setting 60 Unit of competency
AWA00 HLTENN017 Apply nursing practice in the orthopaedic care setting 60 Unit of competency
AVZ89 HLTENN028 Apply nursing practice in the paediatric care setting 60 Unit of competency
AVZ99 HLTENN018 Apply nursing practice in the rehabilitation care setting 45 Unit of competency
AVZ94 HLTENN023 Apply nursing practice in the respiratory care setting 60 Unit of competency
AVZ92 HLTENN025 Implement and monitor care for a person with diabetes 60 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units – Aged Care and Individual Support Specialisation
All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Aged care and individual support work).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWA07 HLTENN010 Apply a palliative approach in nursing practice 45 Unit of competency
AVZ88 HLTENN029 Apply nursing practice in the contemporary aged care setting 70 Unit of competency
AVC26 CHCCSM002 Implement case management practice 60 Unit of competency
AVC10 CHCDIS010 Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs 45 Unit of competency
AVC87 CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia 60 Unit of competency
4. Group C Elective Units – Critical Care Specialisation
All Group C electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Critical care).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWA10 HLTENN007 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy 250 Unit of competency
AVZ93 HLTENN024 Apply nursing practice in the cardiovascular care setting 60 Unit of competency
AVZ96 HLTENN021 Apply nursing practice in the critical care setting 70 Unit of competency
AWA01 HLTENN016 Apply nursing practice in the emergency care setting 25 Unit of competency
AVZ94 HLTENN023 Apply nursing practice in the respiratory care setting 60 Unit of competency
5. Group D Elective Units – Mental Health Specialisation
Five (5) Group D electives, including CHCMHS005, CHCMHS006 and HLTENN031, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Mental health).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVZ86 HLTENN031 Apply nursing practice in the contemporary mental health care setting 70 Unit of competency
AVB64 CHCMHS006 Facilitate the recovery process with the person, family and carers 40 Unit of competency
AVC26 CHCCSM002 Implement case management practice 60 Unit of competency
AVC73 CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide 80 Unit of competency
AVB65 CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues 80 Unit of competency
AVC58 CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations 40 Unit of competency
6. Group E Elective Units – Perioperative Specialisation
All Group E electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Perioperative).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWA10 HLTENN007 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy 250 Unit of competency
AVZ93 HLTENN024 Apply nursing practice in the cardiovascular care setting 60 Unit of competency
AVZ91 HLTENN026 Apply nursing practice in the perioperative setting 70 Unit of competency
AVZ94 HLTENN023 Apply nursing practice in the respiratory care setting 60 Unit of competency
AVA29 HLTINF003 Implement and monitor infection prevention and control policies and procedures 25 Unit of competency
7. Group F Elective Units – Renal Care Specialisation
All Group F electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Renal care).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWA10 HLTENN007 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy 250 Unit of competency
AVA29 HLTINF003 Implement and monitor infection prevention and control policies and procedures 25 Unit of competency
AVC26 CHCCSM002 Implement case management practice 60 Unit of competency
AVZ38 HLTRNL002 Provide care and support to a person undergoing renal replacement therapy 125 Unit of competency
AVZ39 HLTRNL001 Support a person with chronic kidney disease 50 Unit of competency
8. Group G Elective Units – Rural and Remote Specialisation
Five (5) Group G electives, including HLTENN007, HLTENN016 and HLTENN032, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Rural and remote).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWA10 HLTENN007 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy 250 Unit of competency
AWA01 HLTENN016 Apply nursing practice in the emergency care setting 25 Unit of competency
AWA02 HLTENN015 Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting 70 Unit of competency
AVZ85 HLTENN032 Apply nursing practice in the rural and remote setting 70 Unit of competency
AWA03 HLTENN014 Contribute to maternal and infant health care 70 Unit of competency
AVB65 CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues 80 Unit of competency
9. Other Electives
Up to two (2) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
WG650 HLTADM001 Administer and coordinate Telehealth services 40 Unit of competency
AVZ98 HLTENN019 Apply nursing practice in sexual and reproductive health care 70 Unit of competency
AVZ90 HLTENN027 Apply nursing practice in the hyperbaric environment 70 Unit of competency
AVC82 CHCAOD004 Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues 70 Unit of competency
AVZ95 HLTENN022 Contribute to the registration, eligibility and assessment of donors 45 Unit of competency
AVC14 CHCDIS006 Develop and promote positive person-centred behaviour supports 40 Unit of competency
AVC23 CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management 75 Unit of competency
AVC11 CHCDIS009 Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach 40 Unit of competency
AVC13 CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability 85 Unit of competency
AVZ87 HLTENN030 Implement and monitor care for a person with a stoma 70 Unit of competency
AVB74 CHCMGT003 Lead the work team 95 Unit of competency
AUZ56 HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment 35 Unit of competency
WG741 HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety 40 Unit of competency
AVA34 HLTHPS009 Perform peripheral intravenous cannulation 100 Unit of competency
AVC77 CHCAOD008 Provide advanced interventions to meet the needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues 60 Unit of competency
WG736 HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation 15 Unit of competency
AVC84 CHCAOD005 Provide alcohol and other drugs withdrawal services 55 Unit of competency
AVC62 CHCCCS014 Provide brief interventions 45 Unit of competency
AVA35 HLTHPS008 Provide clinical mentoring in the work environment 80 Unit of competency
WG734 HLTAID005 Provide first aid in remote situations 20 Unit of competency
AVC17 CHCDIS003 Support community participation and social inclusion 55 Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AD77 Acute Care Pathway
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Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who are currently working in Australia as an enrolled nurse and hold current registration as an enrolled nurse without notation with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au

No other licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication
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