Developing Academic Skills for Nursing Associates by Cariona Flaherty

Developing Academic Skills for Nursing Associates by Cariona Flaherty

If you are keen to succeed in your studies as a Trainee Nursing Associate, then this is the study skills book for you. Written specifically for TNAs, this book prepares you for higher education by helping you to develop key academic skills like time management, independent learning, academic writing, referencing, and literature searches. The book also covers important skills for your future career as a Nursing Associate, including portfolio development, delivering presentations, and using digital technologies in healthcare.  Key features: Fully mapped to the new NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates (2018) Case studies, activities and other learning features help you master the skills, whatever your level. Focused specifically on the skills you will need in your studies and practice, both now and in the future. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Understanding Nursing Associate Practice series (UNAP) is a new collection of books uniquely designed to support trainee Nursing Associates throughout their training and into a professional career.

I am thrilled to see this text written specifically for Nursing AssociatesAcademic skills are cited by the Nursing Associate student as one of the most daunting aspects of accessing Higher Education. This new book breaks these skills down into manageable chunks, in an easy-to-read manner, whilst relating to the NMC Standards of Proficiency. This is an invaluable read for any Nursing Associate student embarking on their educational journey. 

-- Nicola Witton

A great read and ‘dip-in’ book that will robustly support student/trainee nursing associates throughout their academic journey whilst working and studying full-time. It will most definitely be on our essential reading list. 

-- Sandy Knowles

Cariona Flaherty RGN, Higher Dip, BSc (Hons), PGCHE, FHEA, is a senior lecturer in adult nursing and programme leader for Nursing Associates at Middlesex University. Cariona is a specialist trained critical care nurse, who has extensive senior clinical and critical care education experience. In addition to her academic role, Cariona is currently a doctoral student at Middlesex University undertaking research related to critical thinking in undergraduate nurse education. Marion Taylor SFHEA is an Associate Professor and Director of Programmes at Middlesex University.  Marion is a RGN and has a wealth of senior academic experience in leading the development and delivery of nursing and nursing associate programmes. Marion has interest and expertise in supporting students who are also employees, and working in close partnership with employers to ensure students realise their potential.

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ISBN 13	9781529731781
ISBN 10	152973178X
Title	Developing Academic Skills for Nursing Associates
Author	Cariona Flaherty
Series	Understanding Nursing Associate Practice
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Sage Publications Ltd
Year published	2021-02-03
Number of pages	176
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