Implement and monitor nursing care for consumers with mental health conditions

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver HLTEN510B, 'Implement and monitor nursing care for consumers with mental health conditions'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Implement and monitor nursing care for consumers with mental health conditions' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Address requirements of the state/territory Mental Health Act

1.1 Explain the concept of mental illness as defined in the Mental Health Act

1.2 Identify and apply the key features of the Mental Health Act

1.3 Apply an understanding of the history, social, political and economic context of mental health in Australia

1.4 Support the rights of the consumer with mental health issues

1.5 Apply an understanding of national and state/ territory mental health policies and strategies

1.6 Work in a manner that reflects an understanding of the underpinning values and philosophies of mental health care and is consistent with legal obligations

2. Respond appropriately to signs of mental illness

2.1 Identify conditions relating to the mental state and behaviour of consumers using broad classifications of mental illness and terms commonly associated with mental health issues

2.2 Recognise the signs and symptoms of mental health disorders and respond within the role of an Enrolled/Division 2 nurse

2.3 Recognise biopsychosocial effects of mental health disorders

2.4 Recognise stereotyping and stigma associated with mental illness and practice in a manner which minimises the effects of negative behaviours and discrimination

2.5 Recognise the impact of stigma and discrimination on consumers with mental health issues, and reflect on own attitudes and values

2.6 Apply feedback from consumers and carers in adjusting own practice

3. Contribute to planning care for consumers with mental health issues

3.1 Participate as a member of the health care team in the management of consumers with mental health issues within the role of Enrolled/Division 2 nurse

3.2 Gather, record and document data according to health care environment policy

3.3 Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and liaise with and utilise appropriate resources and service providers, ensuring relevant approaches are used to address individual and group needs

3.4 Observe signs and symptoms of changing behaviours and attend to biopsychosocial needs in performing nursing interventions

3.5 Participate as a member of the health care team to plan the management of consumers with mental health issues within the role of Enrolled/Division 2 nurse

3.6 Apply a community development approach where appropriate within the Enrolled/Division 2 nurse scope of practice to maximise outcomes for individuals and groups

3.7 Under supervision of a registered nurse, undertake client assessments using recognised assessment processes

3.8 Demonstrate understanding of the consumer's right to contribute to their own care planning

3.9 Where appropriate, and where the consumer has given permission, support the participation of carers in treatment planning

4. Contribute to the care of a consumer with a mental health disorder

4.1 Implement nursing interventions of a mental health consumer

4.2 Plan, prioritise and implement nursing interventions for a mental health consumer based on the individual care plan in conjunction with multidisciplinary team and with the consumer and, where relevant, the carer

4.3 Reflect the individuality and needs of each consumer when undertaking nursing interventions to assist the consumer to meet their holistic needs

4.4 Document behaviour patterns or characteristics in the client's care plan

4.5 Work in a manner that aims to provide respect and dignity to consumers

4.6 Assist the consumer and significant others to participate in therapeutic nursing interventions

4.7 Perform nursing interventions in accordance with professional, legal and organisation requirements reflecting non-discriminatory practice

4.8 Check consumer understanding of the use and effects of medications used to manage mental health disorders, including specific adverse effects

4.9 Identify and explain to consumer methods of drug administration

4.10 Recognise emergency situations, act upon, document and report according to organisation policy and procedures

4.11 Establish a therapeutic environment within the scope of Enrolled/Division 2 nurse practice

4.12 Provide advice and information to groups and individuals as required to ensure they are fully informed about relevant issues and opportunities within a community development approach

5. Assist evaluation of outcomes of planned nursing actions

5.1 Document consumer response to nursing interventions and report to the registered nurse or other appropriate mental health care team member

5.2 Comply with the legal responsibilities and duty of care in all nursing interventions

5.3 Apply ethical and moral concepts to all clinical interventions

5.4 Ensure work practices reflect understanding of the interrelationships of the needs and rights of the individual, the family, the community and society

6. Provide and maintain a safe working environment

6.1 Identify triggers of problem behaviours and within the scope of Enrolled/Division 2 nursing practice, initiate prevention strategies

6.2 Implement de-escalation techniques and negotiation skills as required

6.3 Maintain safety of self and others


Qualifications and Skillsets

HLTEN510B appears in the following qualifications:

  • HLT51607 - Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 nursing)
  • HLT61107 - Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 nursing)
  • HLT51612 - Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 nursing)