BI1S107 - Professional and Academic Practice for Veterinary Nurses 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | BI1S107 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Professional and Academic Practice for Veterinary Nurses | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Biological and Forensic Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Biological Science | ||
| Module Leader: | Rachel Perry | ||
| Module Team: | Rhiannon Stundon, Rhian Jones, Paul Jones, Theona Aristidou, Katie Davies, Rhian Jones | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2021 | Final Year of Intake: | 2026 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | |||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | |||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
This module aims to equip student veterinary nurses with the skills required to deal effectively and empathetically with clients and fellow professionals in small animal practice.
The student will develop their professional practice through the discussion of the laws and policies underpinning veterinary nursing.
The module will give the student the confidence to undertake academic research and produce their own arguments informed by sound evidence.
Content Summary
The content of this module will provide student veterinary nurses with the tools to develop professional conduct and the ability to work safely and to interpret the veterinary evidence base (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles, RCVS Knowledge Summaries) and write academically, and includes:
Discussion of best practice in client care and inter-professional communication , including consideration of One Health and sustainability of the profession.
Explore theories of communication, using models to communicate effectively in practice and have a full knowledge of the record keeping requirements in veterinary practice.
Demonstrate sensitive communication skills surrounding euthanasia and bereavement.
Become fully conversant with the RCVS Code of Professional Conduct for Veterinary Nurses and the Schedule 3 of the Veterinary Surgeons Act and develop an understanding of the essential contribution this makes to animal welfare, through Clinical Governance, Quality Improvement and sustainability of the profession.
Develop an understanding of the role of the reflective practitioner in veterinary practice and develop an understanding of the essential contribution this makes to animal welfare, through Clinical Governance, Quality Improvement and sustainability of the profession.
Demonstrate a full understanding of the health and safety laws and guidelines that inform safe veterinary practice.
The pass mark is set using a modified Angoff Method. Pass marks will vary.
The RCVS Day One Competencies and Day One Skills for Veterinary Nurses are the minimum essential requirements tat all student veterinary nurses are expected to have met in order to join the RCVS Register of Veterinary Nurses. Further information can be found at www.rcvs.org.uk
The content of this module will cover the following RCVS Day One Competencies: 1-16, 24, 36.
The content of this module will cover the following RCVS Day One Skills for Veterinary Nurses: 1.1-1.4, 2.1-2.7, 2.9-2.12, 4.4, 8.3-8.4.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 50 |
| Seminar | 5 |
| Tutorial | 5 |
| Project supervision | 10 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 10 |
| Directed Study | 100 |
| Groupwork | 20 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Identify and demonstrate best practice in client care and inter-professional communication within the veterinary practice setting. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate a full understanding of the RCVS Code of Professional Conduct for Veterinary nurse and the laws that underpin it to include the Veterinary Surgeons Act and Health & Safety legislation. |
| LO3 | Review communication theories and reflective practice and explain their relevance to professional accountability. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Practical Test 1 | Nursing Consultations | 10 | N/A | 30 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Essay 1 | Communication, professional accountability & reflective practice | 0 | 1400 | 35 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | Health & Safety Legislation and the Code of Professional Conduct: 60 MCQs | 60 | N/A | 35 | No | 0 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Practical Test 1 | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |
| Essay 1 | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |