– Reflection on learning needs linked to the
professional values using a recognised model of reflection (3000 words)
Contribution to Final Module Mark: 100%
Learning Outcomes Assessed:
LO1: Demonstrate understanding of the
personal and professional values required for safe and effective nursing
practice.
LO2: Demonstrate effective communication
and reflective skills for contemporary nursing practice.
Assessment
guidance:
Coursework 1 (CW1) – Reflection
on learning needs linked to the professional values using a recognised model of
reflection (3000 words)
The Code
(NMC, 2018)
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Theme: Prioritising |
Theme: Practicing effectively |
Theme: Preserving safety |
Theme: Promoting professionalism and trust |
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Standard:
1. Treat people as individuals and uphold their dignity |
Standard:
6. Always practise in line with the best available evidence |
Standard:
13. Recognise and work within the limits of your competence |
Standard:
20. Uphold the reputation of your profession at all times |
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2. Listen to people and respond to their preferences and concerns |
7. Communicate clearly |
14. Be open and candid with all service users about all aspects of |
21. Uphold your position as a registered nurse, midwife or nursing |
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3. Make sure that people’s physical, social and psychological needs |
8. Work co-operatively |
15. Always offer help if an emergency arises in your practice setting |
22. Fulfil all registration requirements
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4. Act in the best interests of people at all times |
9. Share your skills, knowledge and experience |
16. Act without delay if you believe that there is a risk to patient |
23. Cooperate with all investigations and audits |
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5. Respect people’s right to privacy and confidentiality |
10. Keep clear and accurate records relevant to |
17. Raise concerns immediately if you believe a person is vulnerable |
24. Respond to any complaints |
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11. Be accountable for your decisions to delegate tasks and duties to people |
18. Advise on, prescribe, supply, dispense or |
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12. Have in place an indemnity arrangement which provides appropriate United Kingdom |
19. Be aware of, and reduce as far as possible, any potential for harm |
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Word
count: 3000 +/- 10% (i.e. 2700-3300 words)
Please
note that your word count DOES NOT include your reference list or SLOC but it
DOES include anything you write from the start of your introduction through to
the end of your conclusion. Paraphrasing is preferred to quotes – only use
direct quotes when absolutely necessary and make sure you repeatedly reference
your discussions.
The
assignment should be split into the following sections:
·
Introduction (approx. 200 words): The
introduction should include an exploration of the focus of the assignment and state
which learning needs and NMC standards have been selected.
·
The importance of using reflection and
reflective models in practice (approx. 800 words) – This
should be a coherent flow of information/discussion with clear links to
professional values. This section should be written in the third person- no I,
me, you or otherwise
Elements you need to include:
o Relevant
references to support writing.
o Links to
professional values and NMC code
o Explanation
of how evidence-based practice can impact on safe and effective nursing
practice.
o What is
reflection and why is it important for professional practice?
o What are
the reasons for using reflective models?
o Identification
of model selected for reflection (the model should be referenced appropriately).
·
A reflection on knowledge, skills and values
in relation to the NMC Code ( approx. 1800
words) – this should be structured as per the reflective model chosen and
should reference relevant literature and professional frameworks to support.
This section may be written in the first or third person (or a mixture of the
two).
Elements you need to include:
o Relevant
references to support writing.
o A very brief
summary of strengths as it relates to safe and effective nursing practice.
o Identification
of at least 2 key learning needs as identified in your SLOC.
o Reflection
on the implications for safe and effective practice making links to
professional values, the NMC code and ethical values. This should link to a minimum
of 2 standards which may be from 1 or more themes.
o How you
will address your learning needs utilising opportunities available to you.
o As part
of your reflective model use SMART goals to set out how you will achieve your
learning needs and overcome your challenges.
·
Conclusion (approx. 200 words): Summary
of the main findings of your assignment.
Elements you need to include:
o Brief summary
of the main findings of your assignment in relation to personal and
professional values for safe and effective nursing practice
o Brief summary
of importance of reflection for contemporary nursing practice
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Reference list (not included in word count)
o This must
be set out alphabetically using Harvard referencing.
·
Appendix of your completed SLOC (not included
in the word count)
Example
of how you could structure the reflection using Borton’s model of reflection
·
What?
o A very
brief summary of strengths as it relates to safe and effective nursing
practice.
o Identification
of at least 2 key learning needs as identified in your SLOC.
·
So What?
o Reflection
on the implications for safe and effective practice making links to
professional values and NMC code. This should link to a minimum of 2 standards
which may be from 1 or more themes. You will need to include relevant
references to support your writing in this section.
·
Now What?
o How you
will address your learning needs utilising opportunities available to you
Presentation
This is
a piece of academic writing so therefore you need to ensure that is written and
presented appropriately i.e.:
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Clear legible presentation.
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Title page to include student number, title of
assignment and module code. This should also state the wordcount.
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Good use of spelling, grammar, and language
throughout.
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Use an easy-to-read font such as 12-point
Arial.
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Have 1.5 or double line spacing.
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Page numbers should be include.
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State the number of words used.
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Written in an appropriate way for level 4 studies
(see Level 4 marking rubric for guidance)
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No new evidence to be introduced in the
conclusion