Unit of competency Outline
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Assist nursing team in an acute care environment
Assist nursing team in an acute care environment
Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAIN301B
HLTAIN301B
State Code
A5727
A5727
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/07/2011
Field of Education
060301 - General Nursing
Original Release Date
27/07/2011
Nominal Hours
80
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide nursing care assistance in an acute care environmentNursing care assistance involves the provision of direct care activities to clients according to the nursing care plan and under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assist with the delivery of nursing care to clients in an acute care environment
- 1.1 Implement aspects of nursing care to support client needs according to nursing care plan and as delegated by a registered nurse
- 1.2 Assist in completing assessment tools and collecting clinical data as delegated by a registered nurse
- 1.3 Use appropriate equipment and procedures when collecting client clinical data
- 1.4 Identify client preferences when collecting information to be considered in the development of nursing care plan
- 1.5 Inform client of the purpose of information and data being sought and gain feedback on their understanding
- 1.6 Inform client of the purpose of any procedure or activity and gain feedback on their understanding
- 1.7 Seek and obtain client consent prior to seeking any information or providing any procedure or activity
- 1.8 Communicate with clients in a manner and pace that meets their needs
- 1.9 Report relevant information, including changes in client condition to a registered nurse
- 1.10 Carry out any procedure or activity according to safe work practices
2. Support the client to meet personal care needs in an acute care environment
- 2.1 Provide support and assistance according to the nursing care plan and appropriate protocols
- 2.2 Provide technical care according to the nursing care plan and appropriate protocols
- 2.3 Use appropriate equipment and aids when providing assistance and support
- 2.4 Report any difficulties in providing client support and assistance to a registered nurse
- 2.5 Provide information to clients to assist them meet their personal care needs in an appropriate manner and pace
- 2.6 Maintain the confidentiality, privacy and dignity of clients within appropriate protocols
3. Work in a team environment
- 3.1 Work with colleagues with consideration of team and group dynamics
- 3.2 Report accurately and within a timely fashion to colleagues in a health care team
4. Work effectively under supervision
- 4.1 Carry out work instructions within agreed time frame
- 4.2 Seek clarification from an appropriate person if required to complete work instructions
- 4.3 Refer difficulties experienced carrying out work instructions to a registered nurse
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Needs of clients may include
Physical
Emotional
Cognitive
Cultural
Spiritual
Sexual
Educational
Safety and security
Nutritional
Factors to be considered when working within a plan of care may include:
Accountability
Individual treatment plan
Personality of client
Expectations of client
Health status of client
Environment
Clinical data may include:
Nursing care plan
Clinical pathway
Treatment plan
Medical notes and electronic storage
Flow charts
Procedures for collecting client clinical data may include:
Taking and recording temperature
Taking and recording pulse rate
Taking and recording respiratory rate
Taking and recording blood pressure
Taking and recording blood sugar level
Measuring and recording weight
Collecting urine, sputum or faecal specimen
Recognising changes in consciousness e.g. orientation to person, place, time etc
Personal care may include:
Personal hygiene
Washing
Dressing and undressing
Grooming
Hair and nail care
Oral hygiene
Mobilisation and transfer
Elimination
Hydration and nutrition including dysphagia
Respiration
Skin maintenance
Simple technical skills may include:
Simple dressing
Catheter care (not including insertion or removal of tubes)
Application of prostheses
Application of anti-thrombosis stockings
Assistance with breathing devices (under the direct supervision of a health professional)
Simple eye care
Equipment and aids may include:
Wheelchairs and other transport devices
Mobility aids
Lifting and transferring aids
Beds
Breathing devices
Thermometer
Sphygmomanometer
Scales
Stethoscope
Glucometer
Continence aids
Toileting aids
Personal audio-visual aids
Reporting may include:
Verbal
Telephone
Face to face
Written
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Needs of clients may include
Physical
Emotional
Cognitive
Cultural
Spiritual
Sexual
Educational
Safety and security
Nutritional
Factors to be considered when working within a plan of care may include:
Accountability
Individual treatment plan
Personality of client
Expectations of client
Health status of client
Environment
Clinical data may include:
Nursing care plan
Clinical pathway
Treatment plan
Medical notes and electronic storage
Flow charts
Procedures for collecting client clinical data may include:
Taking and recording temperature
Taking and recording pulse rate
Taking and recording respiratory rate
Taking and recording blood pressure
Taking and recording blood sugar level
Measuring and recording weight
Collecting urine, sputum or faecal specimen
Recognising changes in consciousness e.g. orientation to person, place, time etc
Personal care may include:
Personal hygiene
Washing
Dressing and undressing
Grooming
Hair and nail care
Oral hygiene
Mobilisation and transfer
Elimination
Hydration and nutrition including dysphagia
Respiration
Skin maintenance
Simple technical skills may include:
Simple dressing
Catheter care (not including insertion or removal of tubes)
Application of prostheses
Application of anti-thrombosis stockings
Assistance with breathing devices (under the direct supervision of a health professional)
Simple eye care
Equipment and aids may include:
Wheelchairs and other transport devices
Mobility aids
Lifting and transferring aids
Beds
Breathing devices
Thermometer
Sphygmomanometer
Scales
Stethoscope
Glucometer
Continence aids
Toileting aids
Personal audio-visual aids
Reporting may include:
Verbal
Telephone
Face to face
Written
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Observation of workplace performance is essential for assessment of this unit
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace
Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Assessment must be completed in the workplace.
Relevant guidelines, standards and procedures
Resources essential for assessment include:
equipment for the gathering client clinical data
equipment and aids to assist with mobility and personal care
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Observation of workplace performance is essential for assessment of this unit
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace
Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Assessment must be completed in the workplace.
Relevant guidelines, standards and procedures
Resources essential for assessment include:
equipment for the gathering client clinical data
equipment and aids to assist with mobility and personal care
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C9035 | HLTAIN301A | Assist nursing team in an acute care environment | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WD040 | HLTAIN301C | Assist nursing team in an acute care environment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D048 | HLT32507 | Certificate III in Health Services Assistance | Qualification |