When studying a vocational health and social care course it is usually required that you carry out work placements. There are so many settings that you could work in like: in a nursery, day centre, primary school, secondary school, hospital, care home, residential home, homeless shelter, and clinics. You will come into contact with many professionals and so need to act professional too, and you will also see many service users like: injured people, mentally ill people, terminally ill people, people dealing with a bereavement, young children, pregnant women, and so many more. It is vital that you follow what the staff tell you and to respect others. Before starting work placement anywhere you need to make sure that you have a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check completed and have shown it to a member of staff at your placement setting.
The first career we will be looking at is Midwifery. If you have no previous experience working in healthcare, you will have to do a three or four year degree course that leads to registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The training covers biological sciences, applied sociology, psychology and professional practice. Study hours tend to be split equally between theory at a university and hands-on clinical practice. During the practical part of the course you will have direct contact with women and their families in hospitals, community clinics and in their homes.
Many times community health nurses are contacted through other agencies or institutions such as physician offices, schools, and hospitals when needs are identified in the community or individual’s life. One might think that to develop an individual care plan or care plan for the community to be difficult, however when looking at the problems through a cause and effect method, it has become
The results that are achieved are depending on the design elements that will support the success with rooms designed and dedicated to the patient and his or her family. Clinics are now designing patient environments to accommodate the critically ill or disabled patients; this student will attempt to incorporate specialized design into the clinic if the floor plan allows (Pub med, 2006). Health care services are challenging because of the nature of the patient flow. At each stage of the process the patient will experience waiting time; this is a problematic area of the health care operations. This must be managed carefully in both the waiting times and also the patient’s perception of waiting, this student will provide optimal solutions to this in facility planning part two (Healthcare Services Operations,
Special Students taking the class for academic credit will be addressed as Mr./Ms./Mrs. as appropriate. Students and faculty each have responsibility for maintaining an appropriate learning environment. Those who fail to adhere to such behavioral standards may be subject to discipline. Professional courtesy and sensitivity are especially Vanicelli 2 important with respect to individuals and topics dealing with differences of race, color, culture, religion, creed, politics, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, and nationalities.” List student assignments and testing requirements: Class participation, Talking Paper, speaking assignment, SOBs, Quizzes, and the final.
Unit one: Understanding effective communication and interpersonal skills Introduction Throughout health and social care there are many barriers and milestones within communication that are there for a professional within the establishment to overcome. These things can incllude environmental barriers, physically barriers, intellectual barriers and many others that all come into place in the health and social care setting. Within my assignment not only will I be looking at these barriers but I will be explaining them, evaluating them and looking at a case study and analysing how they can be overcome. Case study Mrs Singh is due to be discharge home shortly after having had major bowel surgery. You and other members of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) are holding a meeting where they can discuss what is next for Mrs Singh.
Although the first years of a baccalaureate program are similar to that of an associate degree program, additional in-depth coursework such as social sciences, nursing research, public and community health, nursing management, leadership and critical thinking are required, thus enhancing a BSN’s professional development, knowledge base and scope of practice. A BSN program focuses on treating patients as individuals by incorporating the metaparadigm theories of nursing, allowing for a higher level of preparation to care for more complex patients. A BSN is trained and prepared to treat each patient holistically; assessing, evaluating and analyzing all needs (physical, emotional, environmental) of the patient. Although an associate-level degree nurse has some limited knowledge of theory and conceptual models, their training primarily focuses on technical skill and task orientation. The ADN has a disadvantage when it comes to the concepts of health, environment, person and nursing as well as evidenced based practice.
Throughout their lives this group will require specialised tests and examinations to prevent damage to the bladder and kidneys. Methods of voiding and medications will be discussed with the client, continence nurse and other agencies to provide a package of care. As spina bifida is considered a neurological condition it is covered by the National Service Framework relating to long term conditions. The NSF has divided neurological conditions into four categories and spina bifida generally fits into the ‘stable but with changing needs’. The Framework is to be used by both clients and professionals and identifies targets for both health and social care service providers to assist clients in their daily living requirements.
The course has helped me develop skills in building relationships with residents, only by knowing the person, there values, beliefs and interests can we deliver quality care. Caring abilities gained such as awareness, observing and empathy being able to put myself in that position and think” how would I feel if that was me?” Communication and reflection are very important tools in the role of a care assistant, being able to communicate at a professional level with co-workers is vital and reflecting on the day will be invaluable, looking at what happened and how we can improve will help me become a better care assistant. Completing my level 5 in healthcare support will help me develop these skills and with this comes self-confidence, being confident will make me a better care assistant. Reference Kirby, P. et al (2003) Building a Culture of Participation: Research Report. London: Department for Education and
Grades A – C in GCSE Maths and English are usually required. A Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care and experience in areas such as drama, music or crafts would also be desirable. In addition there are smaller CPD qualifications which are relevant for this role. Employment support This role specialises in supporting people who need care and support in obtaining and continuing employment. They would help to identify employment opportunities for people who need care and support, and help with preparing CV’s and with interview skills.