Professional Skills in Nursing : A Guide for the Common Foundation Programme

Designed specifically to meet the needs of nursing students in the initial stages of training, the book focuses on the essential knowledge and skills needed for effective patient-care while at the same time helping students to achieve the NMC outcomes required for entry into branch programs. Each chapter focuses on a key aspect of nursing care backed up with practical tips, examples drawn from all branches of nursing, and a range of study activities to help you reflect on your learning and get the most from practice placements.

About Author

Rita Debnath is a Nurse Tutor in the European Institute of Health and Medical Sciences at The University of Surrey. She has worked in nurse education for a number of years teaching pre-registration students, and leads the Fundamental and Professional Skills; and Acute Care Modules. She also contributes to the Rehab and Continuing Care Module. Her clinical experience lies in renal nursing and medical nursing as well as having been seconded onto a Pilot Project: Clinical Supervision.