Diploma of Nursing

Yes, as part of the Nursing program, you will undertake professional experience placement in a patient care environment, where you will be expected to carry out fundamental tasks such as communicating with patients, performing manual handling, administering medications, and providing nursing care.

A range of adjustments to your study conditions are available through the Equitable Learning Services (ELS). You are encouraged to contact the ELS to discuss what adjustments may be helpful to you, including additional time allowances, assistive technology, specialised software, rest breaks, and other strategies tailored to your individual circumstances.

No, the examples of fundamental tasks outlined on this page are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements for the course. They are intended to help you understand what to expect during on-campus learning activities and professional experience placement.

During professional experience placement, you will be expected to perform tasks including verbal and non-verbal communication with patients, reading patient notes and medication orders, writing patient records, performing dose calculations, manual handling of patients, taking blood, drawing up and injecting medications, and maintaining focus and concentration throughout a full nursing shift caring for up to four patients.

The appropriateness and practicality of using assistive technology or specialised software during professional experience placements may vary between placements. It is recommended that you discuss the use of any such tools or strategies with both the Equitable Learning Services and your Placement Coordinator prior to commencing your placement.