Implementing practice development in healthcare contexts
Subject code: NS5354:03
In healthcare, knowledge takes various forms. In this subject, you will explore contemporary theories of knowledge translation and practice development. There is a strong focus on the application of your current clinical knowledge and skills to apply the processes involved in the implementation of research evidence and clinical knowledge to change or develop clinical practice. This subject will also explore the key roles healthcare professionals play in the translational process and consider concepts of engagement and collaboration.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, you will be able to:
- Apply and evaluate the process of translating knowledge into action within a healthcare system
- Describe the factors that may influence the evolution of knowledge and evidence in practice
- Apply the theoretical models of knowledge translation to the implementation of practice development in healthcare contexts
- Formulate a plan for implementing knowledge to transform practice.
Assessment
Test/Quiz (unweighted mandatory assessment)
Critical analysis 40%
Project plan 60%
This subject forms part of the Advanced Practice, Leadership and Management, and Nurse Education majors in the online Master of Nursing.
Please note, course structure and content are subject to change. For information on all course subjects download the course guide.
