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FdSc NURSING ASSOCIATE

YEAR 1 COMPETENCIES

JUNE 2018

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List of Essential Evidence Requirements at the End of Year 1/Stage 1 1

End of Year 1/Stage 1 Portfolio Competencies 2

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END OF YEAR 1/STAGE 1 PORTFOLIO COMPETENCIES

Throughout the Practice Placement experience students must demonstrate that they are working towards all benchmarks within the portfolio.

List of Essential Evidence requirements at the End of Year 1/Stage 1

Evidence Required Presented to Practice Mentor

Orientation Sheets/Mentor Feedback Sheets and Records of Learning

Learning Contract (1 per placement)

SWOT Analysis (1 per placement)

Completed Consent Form (where appropriate)

Timesheets (signed by the Practice Mentor)

Completion of Infection Prevention and Control Learning Log and Assessment Tool (one for primary placement, one completed during other placements) = 2

Completion of Decision-making Assessment Tool (one for primary placement, one completed during other placements) = 2

Completion of 360° service user assessment of students’ interpersonal skills (one for primary placement, one completed during other placements) = 2


1. The student will be able to demonstrate a positive and collaborative approach to learning.Summative Assessment

Pass X Refer(Practice Mentor

Verification) BenchmarksThe student will be able to:1.1 Respond appropriately to constructive feedback.1.2 Maintain an up-to-date portfolio.1.3 Demonstrate self-awareness and reflection on practice.1.4 Take personal responsibility for arranging reviews of their progress and development. 1.5 Demonstrate ongoing development and progression towards attainment of competencies.1.6 Maintain professional relationships with Practice Mentors, service users, carers and tutors.1.7 Utilise professional support structures to learn from experience and seek appropriate strategies to

enhance learning.1.8 Develop information technology/digital skills that demonstrate the ability to access and use a range of

learning resources.1.9 Demonstrate the skills of effective time management.1.10 Demonstrate numerical skills relevant to their role and field of practice.End of Year 1: Essential Evidence Required1. Observation of safe practice and appropriate attitude/professional conduct by the Practice Mentor.2. Discussion through question and answer with the Practice Mentor to establish the student’s understanding of the underpinning

knowledge and its application to practice.3. Completion of a SWOT analysis and Learning Contract that identifies specific learning needs with evidence of regular review.4. Record of regular Practice Mentor feedback.

Competent/Not Competent (delete as appropriate)I am satisfied/not satisfied that the student has met the standard required through the following: observation, question and answer throughout the practice experience and discussion. The student demonstrates/does not demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes and values to meet the competency.


Date: ……………………………………………………………….. Signature Practice Mentor: ……………….…………………....………………….

Student: ……………………....................................................... Date: ………………………………………………………………………………….

2. The student will be able to demonstrate professional/ethical attitude/behaviour within the working environment.

Summative Assessment Pass X Refer(Practice Mentor

Verification)Benchmarks


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The student will be able to:2.1 Adhere to sickness and absence procedures.2.2 Maintain punctuality.2.3 Maintain accurate information regarding own whereabouts so that immediate contact can be made if

necessary.2.4 Promote a professional image by adherence to local policies regarding appropriate dress code and

behaviour.2.5 Demonstrate accountability within the scope of their role and recognise limits of own competence, in

accordance with local codes of conduct and policies and procedures.2.6 Demonstrate professional commitment by working flexibly to meet service needs to enable quality

service user care to be delivered.2.7 Promote practice that respects equality, diversity and inclusion. 2.8 Maintain accurate and legible records in accordance with local organisational policy and professional

guidelines where applicable.2.9 Store information in accordance with local policies and procedures applying the principles of data

protection.2.10 Take appropriate precautions when communicating confidential and sensitive information to those who

have the right and need to know it.2. 11 Understand the conditions surrounding when it may be necessary to breach confidentiality.2. 12 Maintain verbal/written confidentiality. 2.13 Ability to articulate and apply best practice guidelines for use of social media and digital governance. End of Year 1: Essential Evidence Required1. Observation of safe practice and appropriate attitude/professional conduct by the Practice Mentor. (If specific patient/client

data/information from the practice area is used within the student’s work an informed consent form must be included).2. Discussion through question and answer with the Practice Mentor to establish the student’s understanding of the underpinning

knowledge and its application to practice.3. Completion of a SWOT analysis and Learning Contract that identifies specific learning needs with evidence of regular review4. Record of regular Practice Mentor feedback.Competent/Not Competent (delete as appropriate)I am satisfied/not satisfied that the student has met the standard required through the following: observation, question and answer throughout the practice experience and discussion. The student demonstrates/does not demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes and values to meet the competency.

Date: …………………………………………………………………. Signature Practice Mentor: ……………….…………………....………………


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Student: …………………….......................................................... Date: ……………………………………………………………………………..

3. The student will be able to demonstrate practice that is value-based and person-centred. Summative Assessment


Verification)Benchmarks


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The student will be able to:3.1 Reflect upon their own knowledge, attitudes, values and behaviour.3.2 Acknowledge and respond accordingly to the differences in beliefs and cultural practices of individuals

or groups that may impact on communications and interventions within their field of practice.3.3 Recognise the origins of prejudice in oneself and others and identify the impact of this on others.3.4 Act in a way that demonstrates integrity, dignity and respect for others, promoting and valuing

differences. 3.5 Demonstrate the values relevant to their field of practice.3.6 Promote practice that is underpinned by care and compassion, demonstrating professional integrity and

aligned with the values articulated in the NHS Constitution.End of Year 1: Essential Evidence Required1. Observation of safe practice and appropriate attitude/professional conduct by the Practice Mentor.2. Discussion through question and answer with the Practice Mentor to establish the student’s understanding of the underpinning

knowledge and its application to practice.3. Completion of a SWOT analysis and Learning Contract that identifies specific learning needs with evidence of regular review4 Record of regular Practice Mentor feedback.Competent/Not Competent (delete as appropriate)I am satisfied/not satisfied that the student has met the standard required through the following: observation, question and answer throughout the practice experience and discussion. The student demonstrates/does not demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes and values to meet the competency.


Student: …………………….......................................................... Date: ………………………………………………………………………………

4. The student will be able to demonstrate dignified patient care through appropriate communication and teamwork.


Verification)


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BenchmarksThe student will be able to:4.1 Maintain professional boundaries and utilise appropriate and effective verbal and non-verbal

communication skills with colleagues, service users, carers.4.2 Demonstrate the effective use of interpersonal skills with service users, carers and colleagues.4.3 Demonstrate a caring and compassionate attitude to service users and their carers.4.4 Demonstrate respect towards service users, carers and colleagues following the 6 ‘c’s principles (care,

compassion, communication, courage, competence and commitment). 4.5 Recognise barriers to effective communication and identify and utilise strategies to overcome them.4.6 Maintain accurate and legible written and electronic records in accordance with local policy and

relevant guidelines.4.7 Share information with colleagues and seek advice from appropriate sources where there is concern or

uncertainty and document significant information where necessary (adhering to safeguarding and the protection of vulnerable individuals policies).

4.8 Always seeks to confirm understanding when interacting with service users and their carers and respond appropriately.

4.9 Participate and work as an active member of the health care team.4.10 Contribute to multidisciplinary and inter-professional working practice.4. 11 Identify how each member of the multidisciplinary team contributes to the holistic care of service users

and carers, valuing their roles and interacting appropriately with them.End of Year 1: Essential Evidence Required1. Observation of safe practice and appropriate attitude/professional conduct by the Practice Mentor.2. Discussion through question and answer with the Practice Mentor to establish the student’s understanding of the underpinning

knowledge and its application to practice.3 Record of regular Practice Mentor feedback.4. 360° interpersonal skills assessment toolCompetent/Not Competent (delete as appropriate)I am satisfied/not satisfied that the student has met the standard required through the following: observation, question and answer throughout the practice experience and discussion. The student demonstrates/does not demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes and values to meet the competency.

Date: …………………………………………………………………. Signature Practice Mentor: ……………….…………………....…………………..


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Student: …………………….......................................................... Date: ………………………………………………………………………………….

5. The student will be able to contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of individuals, and/or groups and communities.


Verification)BenchmarksThe student will be able to:5.1 Recognise the influence of the wider determinants of health, on the health and wellbeing of individuals


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and/or groups and communities.5.2 Engage effectively in providing information to others to improve health and wellbeing.5.3 Signpost individuals to people and agencies that can help them improve their health and wellbeing.5.4 Support individuals and groups to make and maintain informed choices about improving their health and

wellbeing in accordance with local and national policies.5.5 Communicate positively using various methods including brief interventions to improve health and

wellbeing as appropriate to their field of practice (promoting resilience, prevention and early intervention where possible).

5.6 Communicate to relevant people the health concerns and interests of individuals and communities.5.7 Identify the actual and potential for inequalities in their field of practice.5.8 Recognise the importance of parity of esteem, valuing mental health equally with physical health.5.9 Recognise the influences in health care with the ageing continuum, and the impact of lifespan

development, dementia, learning disabilities and mental illnesses.5.10 Demonstrate a holistic approach to the promotion of wellbeing e.g. emotional wellbeing. End of Year 1: Essential Evidence Required1. Observation of safe practice and appropriate attitude/professional conduct by the Practice Mentor.2. Discussion through question and answer with the Practice Mentor to establish the student’s understanding of the underpinning

knowledge and its application to practice.3. Record of regular Practice Mentor feedback.


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Student: …………………….......................................................... Date: ……………………………………………………………………………


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6. Professional ValuesSummative Assessment


Verification)BenchmarksThe student will be able to:6.1 Maintain and accurately record attendance and absence.6.2 Communicate with colleagues in a respectful manner.6.3 Demonstrate understanding of the importance of precise and informative handovers and information

sharing.6.4 Use support systems to recognise, manage and deal with own emotions.6.5 Identify own learning needs and learning opportunities within practice area.6.6 Take responsibility for maintaining an up-to-date accurate portfolio and organising portfolio review.6.7 Demonstrate ongoing interest in and commitment to service user care and a career in nursing.6.8 Recognise and value learning which is derived from the service user experience and that of their

carers.6.9 Engage in reflective discussion regarding own professional development and future learning needs.6.10 Demonstrate self-awareness and articulate descriptive reflection on practice.6.11 Respond appropriately to compliments and comments.6.12 Know and accept own responsibilities and take appropriate action.6.13 Seek opportunities to develop personal effectiveness through reflection and supervision.6.14 Identify the attributes of appropriate role models and strives towards meeting these attributes. 6.15 Demonstrate understanding of the public’s expectations of a professional nurse, and behaves in a way

that upholds this expectation.End of Year 1: Essential Evidence1. Observation of safe practice and appropriate attitude/professional conduct by the Practice Mentor.2. Discussion through question and answer with the Practice Mentor to establish the student’s understanding of the underpinning



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Student: …………………….......................................................... Date: ………………………………………………………………………………

7. The student will promote and adhere to standards of health and safety.Summative Assessment


Verification)BenchmarksThe student will be able to:7.1 Demonstrate knowledge of health and safety regulations within the workplace.7.2 Follow departmental policies/procedures in relation to health and safety. Please identify three relevant

policies and procedures here that you will consider. 7.3 Identify risk to self and others when undertaking work activities and take appropriate action to minimise

risk.7.4 Follow approved safe methods and systems when undertaking potential hazardous work activities.7.5 Encourage and support others with whom the student is working to promote their own health and safety

during work activities.7.6 Maintain accurate, legible and complete health and safety records.7.7 Follow standard infection prevention and control procedures within their field of practice including hand

hygiene (know when and how to perform correct hand washing). 7.8 Deal appropriately with any untoward incidents including appropriate reporting procedures.7.9 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of their role within the organisation’s statutory duty of

candor requirements. 7.10 Demonstrate the appropriate use of manual handling/assisting techniques/equipment where necessary.7.11 Safely use, clean and dispose of, single use and reusable items in accordance with local policies and

manufacturers’ instructions.7.12 Understand the need for safe disinfection and cleaning of equipment where required and apply

appropriate techniques according to local policies and manufacturers’ instructions.End of Year 1: Essential Evidence Required1. Observation of safe practice and appropriate attitude/professional conduct by the Practice Mentor2. Discussion through question and answer with the Practice Mentor to establish the student’s understanding of the underpinning

knowledge and its application to practice.3. Completion of the infection prevention and control tool.4. Record of regular Practice Mentor feedback.


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Student: …………………….......................................................... Date: ………………………………………………………………………………


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8. The student will be able to contribute to the assessment and management of risk in their field of practice.


Verification)BenchmarksThe student will be able to:8.1 Participate in the assessment of risk using appropriate tools e.g. (nutrition universal screen tool (MUST)

and hydration assessment (GULP) dehydration risks screening tool). 8.2 Demonstrate awareness of, and adherence to, local policies, protocols and procedures relating to risk

assessment and management.8.3 Demonstrate the ability to identify and safely manage risk in relation to the service user, the

environment, self and others.8.4 Contribute to the management of risk with a specific client group including vulnerable individuals. 8.5 Adhere to the policies for handling complaints, whistleblowing and organisation’s duty of candor

requirements.8.6 Demonstrate the ability to recognise potential areas of conflict and work towards prevention and/or

resolution of issues (principles of conflict resolution). 8.7 Demonstrate the ability to identify indicators of abuse and abusive situations and act to safeguard those

service users requiring support and protection.8.8 Demonstrate the ability to act within legal frameworks and local policies in relation to the protection of

vulnerable individuals. End of Year 1: Essential Evidence Required1. Observation of safe practice and appropriate attitude/professional conduct by the Practice Mentor.2. Discussion through question and answer with the Practice Mentor to establish the student’s understanding of the underpinning



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9. The student will be able to demonstrate a range of essential nursing skills in the delivery of safe, compassionate care.


Verification)BenchmarksThe student will be able to:9.1 Demonstrate and articulate practice, which adheres to the underpinning values of the NMC Code:

Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics for Nurses and Midwives, and within other recognised ethical and legal frameworks.

9.2 Work within the limitations of their role and recognise limits of own competence.9.3 Demonstrate a professional approach when interacting with service users, relatives, carers and

colleagues using verbal and non-verbal behaviour.9.4 Demonstrate self-awareness in relation to own communication and interpersonal skills. 9.5 Communicate in a manner that demonstrates respect, dignity, empathy and kindness.9.6 Reflect upon ways in which own interactions affect interpersonal relationships to ensure that they do

not impact inappropriately on others.9.7 Take into account people’s physical and emotional responses when engaging with them.9.8 Recognise and respond appropriately to a range of non-verbal cues demonstrated by service users.9.9 When interacting with people demonstrates:

Active listening Appropriate questioning Appropriate body language Appreciation and respect for the individual’s personal space Appropriate use of terminology

9.10 Utilise appropriate language across the client groups.9.11 Identify and use appropriate strategies to overcome barriers to communication including pictorial,

gestures and age-appropriate communication.9.12 Communicate accurately and effectively both verbally and in writing, so that the meaning is always

clear.9.13 Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with service users and their carers through the use of

appropriate communication skills.9.14 Effectively communicate people’s stated needs and wishes to other professionals and health and social

care workers.9.15 Is aware of the principles of data protection and information governance.9.16 Maintain confidentiality when answering the telephone and accurately document and relay messages as

appropriate.9.17 Maintain accurate, legible and complete health and safety records.9.18 Assist people to find a comfortable position to optimise physical comfort and physiological functioning,

e.g. breathing, eating and drinking.9.19 Assist people to mobilise within the limits of their capability, promoting independence.9.20 Contribute to the assessment and management of people’s hygiene needs: e.g. mouth care, washing

and bathing, care of the skin, hair washing, cleaning eyes and caring for nails according to local policy.9.21 Promote physical, psychological, spiritual and emotional comfort when delivering nursing care.9.22 Contribute to identifying and meeting people’s elimination needs, promoting self-care and management

whenever possible.9.23 Contribute to the assessment and management of people’s skin integrity.


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End of Year 1: Essential Evidence1. Observation of safe practice and appropriate attitude/professional conduct by the Practice Mentor.2. Discussion/question and answer to establish the student’s understanding of the underpinning knowledge

and its application to practice.3. Completion of the decision-making assessment tool. 4. Record of regular Practice Mentor feedback.5. 360° interpersonal skills assessment toolCompetent/Not Competent (delete as appropriate)I am satisfied/not satisfied that the student has met the standard required through the following: observation, question and answer throughout the practice experience and discussion. The student demonstrates/does not demonstrate the necessary knowledge skills, attitudes and values to meet the competency.


Student: …………………….......................................................... Date: ……………………………………………………………………………..


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10. The student will be able to demonstrate safe practice and accuracy when undertaking and recording a range of observations which monitor potential changes/deterioration in the service user’s condition.

Summative Assessment


Verification)BenchmarksThe student will be able to:10.1 Demonstrate understanding of normal physiological and psychological ranges taking account of the age

continuum.10.2 Recognise emotional and physical factors which may lead to deteriorating health and illness.10.3 Contribute to the assessment of people’s respiratory needs and function.10.4 Demonstrate safe practice when measuring vital signs and respond appropriately to findings outside the

normal range (including temperature, manual blood pressure and pulse, and observed respiration for a specific client group).

10.5 Demonstrate safe practice when measuring blood glucose levels and respond appropriately to findings outside the normal range S/P.

10.6 Demonstrate safe practice when undertaking urinalysis and identify and report abnormalities.10.7 Demonstrate safe practice when taking and recording measurements of weight, height, length, BMI and

other appropriate measures of nutritional status.10.8 Contribute to the recording of neurological observations and respond appropriately to findings outside the

normal range S/P.10.9 Contribute to the holistic assessment of pain.10.10 Accurately record and document observations and communicate findings to relevant staff.10.11 Demonstrate knowledge of the relevant anatomy and physiology in relation to the observations to be carried

out.10.12 Recognise the signs and symptoms of the conditions relevant to their service user group.10.13 Maintain privacy, dignity and confidentiality of service users.10.14 Demonstrate the importance of gaining the service user’s informed consent prior to undertaking any

observations (except where emergency intervention precludes this).10.15 Demonstrate safe practice when measuring and recording observations and respond appropriately to

findings outside the normal range (this may include use of tools e.g. NEWS).10.16 Using an evidence-based approach demonstrate safe practice and accuracy when undertaking and

recording observations from the following list. If you do not undertake any of these observations, please add to the list the observations you do complete: TPR/BP Pulse oximetry Fluid balance ECG (recognise the norm) Neurological observations Peak flow

10.17 Provide safe, compassionate and appropriate care following any deterioration or emergency situation. (This may include end of life care/support for service user, carers and family).

End of Year 1: Essential Evidence1. Observation of safe practice and appropriate attitude/professional conduct by the Practice Mentor.2. Discussion/question and answer to establish the student’s understanding of the underpinning knowledge and its application to practice.3. Completion of the decision-making assessment tool.

11. The student will contribute to the holistic assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of service user-centred care.

Summative Assessment


Verification)Benchmarks The student will be able to:11.1 Demonstrate respect for diversity and individual preference, valuing differences, regardless of personal view.11.2 Recognise situations where discrimination and inequity can occur in service user care.11.3 Demonstrate understanding of informed consent and informed choice and apply these principles to service user

care.11.4 Respond appropriately to service users’ needs and those of their families/carers.11.5 Demonstrate understanding of the nurse’s role in supporting and promoting the health, wellbeing, rights and

dignity of people, groups, communities and populations.11.6 Demonstrate understanding and awareness of the policy for handling complaints.11.7 Contribute to the holistic assessment of service user care needs, through the collection and interpretation of

data from a variety of sources involving the service user in the identification of their needs.11.8 Contribute to the identification and prioritisation of problems/needs arising from assessment.11.9 Involve and assist service users and their carers to make informed decisions relating to their care.11.10 Contribute to the development of an appropriate plan of care involving the MDT and specialists as required.11.11 Contribute to the delivery of the planned care and discuss the evidence underpinning practice.11.12 Contribute to the evaluation of effectiveness of the care provided.


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End of Year 1: Essential Evidence1. Observation of safe practice and appropriate attitude/professional conduct by the Practice Mentor.2. Discussion through question and answer with the Practice Mentor to establish the student’s understanding of the underpinning

knowledge and its application to practice.3. Completion of the decision-making assessment tool and Learning Log.4. Record of regular Practice Mentor feedback.Competent/Not Competent (delete as appropriate)I am satisfied/not satisfied that the student has met the standard required through the following: observation, question and answer throughout the practice experience and discussion. The student demonstrates/does not demonstrate the necessary knowledge skills, attitudes and values to meet the competency.

Date: …………………… Signature Practice Mentor: ……………….…………………....… Student: …………………….....………..


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