Menu Expand
The Clinical Placement

The Clinical Placement

Tracy Levett-Jones | Kerry Reid-Searl | Sharon Bourgeois

(2018)

Additional Information

Book Details

Abstract

With a focus on preparation, expectations and how to think, act and communicate, The Clinical Placement: An essential guide for nursing students, 4th edition, is a valuable guide and companion for nursing students undertaking clinical placements. Written by Tracy Levett-Jones and Kerry Reid-Searl, this ‘must read’ book provides insights into the real world of practice, practical strategies for dealing with difficult and challenging situations, and a wealth of ideas to maximise learning and professional growth. The Clinical Placement is supported by an engaging series of videos. These ‘Insights from Experts’ feature nurses from a diverse range of clinical practice areas who share insights, advice, challenges and opportunities for learning in a range of clinical settings.

Evolve resources include:

  • An introductory video by Tracy Levett-Jones
  • ‘Insights from Experts’ videos with registered nurses
  • An eBook included with print purchase.
  • NEW author team, Tracy Levett-Jones and Kerry Reid-Searl
  • NEW chapter 6 featuring:

- Reflection questions aligned to the 12 ‘Insights from experts’ videos on evolve

- ‘Need to know quick tips’ and ‘Challenges you may encounter’ for each clinical area

  • NEW introductory video from Tracy Levett-Jones discussing the challenges of clinical placement and the learning opportunity it provides.

Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
Front Cover cover
Inside Front Cover ifc1
The Clinical Placement i
Copyright Page iv
Table Of Contents v
Dedication ix
About the authors x
Reviewers xi
Introduction 1
How to Use This Book 1
About This Edition 2
1 The Rules of Engagement 4
Introduction 4
Know the Lie of the Land 4
The Clinical Placement—What It Is and Why It Matters 5
Clinical Learning 5
Clinical Placement Patterns 6
Clinical Placement Settings 6
Person-Centred Care 7
Models of Care 10
Competent Practice 11
Working Within Your Scope of Practice 13
Why Is It Essential to Understand and Work Within Your Scope of Practice? 14
Why Do You Need to Discuss Your Scope of Practice With the Nurses You Work With? 15
Supervision and Support 15
Student Support Services 19
Working Hard to Belong 21
First Impressions Last 22
Mandatory Requirements for Clinical Placements 23
The Roles and Responsibilities of the Interprofessional Healthcare Team 24
References/Acknowledgements 28
2 Great Expectations 31
Introduction 31
Patients’ Expectations 31
Clinicians’ Expectations 33
Managers’ Expectations 34
Professional Expectations 34
Registered Nurse Standards for Practice 35
The ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses 35
Code of Conduct for Nurses 36
Legal Requirements 36
Privacy 36
Disclosure of Personal Health Information 36
Confidentiality 37
Nursing Students’ Expectations 38
Speak Up, Speak Out 39
Don’t Take Things Personally 41
Compliance and Compromise 42
Exercise Your Rights 43
References/Acknowledgements 45
3 How You Act 47
Introduction 47
Cultural Competence 47
Patient Safety 51
Adverse Events 52
Clinical Governance 54
Evidence-Based Practice 54
Sources of Evidence and Knowledge 55
Tradition 55
Authority 55
Clinical Experience and Expertise 55
Intuition 55
Trial and Error 55
Assembled Information 56
Evidence-Based Research 56
Patient Values and Preferences 56
Advocacy 57
Managing Conflict 58
Dealing With Horizontal Violence 60
Dealing With Sexual Harassment 63
What is Sexual Harassment? 64
Self-Care 65
Putting Work Ahead of Your Studies 67
Clinical Placements in Organisations Where You Are Employed 68
Clinical Placements at Distant Locations 68
Clinical Learning Objectives 70
Student Assessment 72
Giving and Receiving Gifts 73
Gifts of Appreciation from Students 74
Accepting Thanks 74
Visitors During Clinical Placements 75
Using Supplies From the Healthcare Organisation 75
Punctuality and Reliability 76
References/Acknowledgements 77
4 How You Think and Feel 80
Introduction 80
Empathic Nursing Practice 80
Reflective Practice 83
Keeping a Journal 83
Reality Check and Seeking Feedback 86
How Do I See Myself? 87
How Do Others See Me? 87
Emotional Intelligence 88
Critical Thinking and Clinical Reasoning 90
Critical Thinking 90
Clinical Reasoning 93
Why Do Nursing Students Need to Learn How to Engage in Clinical Reasoning? 93
Ethical Dilemmas in Nursing 98
Why Do Nurses Need to Be Ethical? 98
Examples of Ethical Principles 98
Ethical Dilemmas 99
Moral Distress 100
Moral Courage 100
Crossing the Line 101
What Are Boundaries? 101
What Purpose Do Boundaries Serve? 101
References/Acknowledgements 102
5 How You Communicate 106
Introduction 106
Therapeutic Communication 106
Interprofessional and Intraprofessional Communication 109
Communicating as a Professional Nurse 111
Introducing Yourself to Other Health Professionals 112
Introducing Yourself to Patients and Families 114
First-Name Basis? 114
Diversity and Its Impact on Clinical Communication 115
Receptive Communication 116
Expressive Communication 117
Written Communication 118
Cultural and Professional Issues 118
Using Professional Language 120
Your Voice in the Clinical Environment 121
Documentation and Legal Issues 122
Patient Handover 128
Telephones and the Internet 130
Telephone Guidelines 130
Use of Social Media 132
Positive Aspects of Social Media 134
Self-Disclosure 135
Receiving and Providing Effective Feedback 136
Feedback on Student Performance 136
Providing Feedback on Your Placement Experience 137
References/Acknowledgements 137
6 Insights From Experts 140
Introduction 140
Intensive Care Nursing 140
Natalie Govind—ICU Nurse and University Lecturer 140
Challenges You May Encounter 140
Need to Know—Quick Tips 141
Reflection Questions 141
Paediatric Nursing 141
Kerry Reid-Searl—Professor of Nursing and Paediatric Nurse 141
Challenges You May Encounter 142
Need to Know—Quick Tips 142
Reflection Questions 142
Prison Nursing 143
Anna Treloar—Academic and Mental Health Nurse 143
Challenges You May Encounter 143
Need to Know—Quick Tips 143
Reflection Questions 144
Trauma Nursing 144
Kate King—Clinical Nurse Consultant for Trauma 144
Challenges You May Encounter 144
Need to Know—Quick Tips 145
Reflection Questions 145
Medical Surgical Nursing 145
Laurie Bickhoff—Cardiology Nurse and PhD Candidate 145
Challenges You May Encounter 146
Need to Know—Quick Tips 146
Reflection Questions 146
Older Person Nursing 147
Frances Dumont—Dementia/Delirium Clinical Nursing Consultant 147
Challenges You May Encounter 147
Need to Know—Quick Tips 147
Reflection Questions 148
Community Nursing 148
Caroline Marasovic—Ambulatory and Primary Health Care Divisional Nurse Manager 148
Challenges You May Encounter 149
Need to Know—Quick Tips 149
Reflection Questions 150
Drug and Alcohol Nursing 150
Renee Brighton—University Lecturer 150
Challenges You May Encounter 150
Need to Know—Quick Tips 151
Reflection Questions 151
Mental Health Nursing 151
Chris Patterson—University Lecturer 151
Challenges You May Encounter 152
Need to Know—Quick Tips 153
Reflection Questions 153
Practice Nursing 153
Nina Cheyne—Clinical Nurse Specialist, Chronic Disease Management and Aboriginal Health 153
Challenges You May Encounter 154
Need to Know—Quick Tips 154
Reflection Questions 154
Palliative Care 154
Gaye Bishop—Research Fellow, Palliative Care 154
Challenges You May Encounter 155
Need to Know—Quick Tips 155
Reflection Questions 155
Clinical Research in Nursing 156
Vanessa McDonald—Academic Clinician and Research Leader 156
Challenges You May Encounter 156
Need to Know—Quick Tips 157
Reflection Questions 157
Glossary 158
Index 161
A 161
B 161
C 161
D 163
E 163
F 164
G 164
H 164
I 164
J 165
K 165
L 165
M 165
N 165
O 166
P 166
Q 167
R 167
S 167
T 168
U 168
V 168
W 168