NS4003 - Skills 2: Mastery of essential nursing associate skills

You will learn through a variety of methods, which will include Online Supported Learning (OSL), through engagement with a simulated practice environment to enable skills rehearsal. Learning will be supplemented by websites and training packages, which will include access to the department’s specialist Skills4Practice website: https://www.s4pwebsite.com/

Engagement in collaborative seminars will encourage you to work collaboratively with peers to build your knowledge and understanding. The module will be delivered using a blended approach of face-to-face practical sessions underpinned by online learning resources (OSL’s). The online learning resources will provide you with the theoretical underpinnings to evidence base your skills development. The focus of learning will be on the rehearsal of nursing associate skills to build proficiency achievement, develop understanding and enhance competence.

You will be supported by a specialist module team in Nursing, Midwifery and Health. You will receive ongoing guidance and feedback to ensure you are able to engage with concepts of safe nursing associate practice. You will also be supported via the OSL systems in addition to face-to-face teaching and group work activities and discussion. You will be able to contact the module team in person, by email or phone and through Blackboard Ultra. Skills Plus, the University Library’s collection of online learning materials can be used to support the development of your academic skills. Further support for your learning is provided with a 24-hour IT Helpline, a comprehensive range of services through the Student Life and Wellbeing Team and the University’s student portal, which gives help and advice on student enquiries such as disability, faith, counselling, mental health support, finance, assessments, and welfare issues. You can access these services via email on your student portal, by telephone or through the help desk staff based within university libraries.
You will also support each other via peer support, through engaging in discussion and debate to enhance your learning. Additional relevant materials, including the electronic reading list and other teaching and learning methods, will be available via Blackboard Ultra and library services. The University Libraries at both Coach Lane Campus and City Campus offer an extensive collection of material, both hard copy and electronic, access to international databases and training in information retrieval. All support will be in line with any Student Accessibility Plan (SAP).

All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)

Knowledge & Understanding:

1. Develop knowledge and skills in effective communication to support evidence-based, person-centred nursing associate care, ensuring accurate information is provided to individuals, families, and carers
2. Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and psychosocial principles to enhance communication, self-reflection, and professional behaviour in nursing associate practice

Intellectual / Professional Skills & Abilities:


3. Develop and apply clinical skills to assess and support patients' health, ensuring safe, person-centred care while promoting independence and minimising unnecessary interventions
4. Demonstrate reflective skills to enhance professional growth, collaboration, and patient-centred care while supporting independence and well-being

Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):

5. Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and adherence to ethical, legal, and professional standards to deliver safe, inclusive, and person-centred care. Advocate for equitable healthcare, uphold dignity and rights, ensure patient safety, and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Formative Assessment:

Formative group presentation to obtain feedback prior to summative submission.

Summative Assessment:


The summative assessment will be a 2000-word reflective account. The reflective account will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the professional and clinical skills (annexe A and B) delivered during part 1 and required by nursing associates to provide safe, effective and efficient practice.

Submission and feedback will be managed electronically through Turnitin.

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Within this module you will continue to develop the skills required to provide safe and effective professional practice. Your sessions will continue to focus on the rehearsal of a range of skills that can be applied to all age ranges across multiple healthcare settings that nursing associate would be expected to undertake. You will have the opportunity to participate in simulated education utilising a range of specialist technology taught by a specialist module team of lecturers in nursing, midwifery and health. A particular focus on the importance of communication and assessment skills will be explored in this module in relation to the nursing associate role for safe and effective professional practice. As you progress through the module you will be encouraged to reflect on your own performance and assess your strengths and weaknesses around your skills development. This learning lays the foundation for safe, professional practice and ultimately a successful career as a nursing associate.