Assessment Requirements for HLTAIN001 Assist with nursing care in an acute care environment

Release: 2

Assessment Requirements for HLTAIN001 Assist with nursing care in an acute care environment

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 2	This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 3.0. Amended bullet point error in performance evidence.
Release 1	This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 2.0 and meets the requirements of the 2012 Standards for Training Packages. Minimal changes to the elements and performance criteria. New evidence requirements for assessment including volume and frequency requirements. Removed pre-requisites. Minimum work hours added. Significant change to knowledge evidence.

Performance Evidence

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:

assisted with nursing care for a minimum of 3 clients, 1 in a simulated environment and 2 in the workplace, over a range of different situations (including venue, time, patient conditions) according to a client care plan and direction of a registered nurse. This includes the following for each client:

working in a manner that respects the dignity of clients

providing support in the following activities of daily living, including:

washing

showering

dressing/undressing

oral health

grooming and hair

eye and nail care

toileting

eating and drinking

using relevant equipment and following procedures for collecting client clinical data which must include:

taking and recording temperature

taking and recording pulse rate

taking and recording respiratory rate

taking and recording blood pressure

taking and recording blood glucose level

recording intake and output on fluid balance chart and/or food chart

measuring and recording weight

collecting urine, sputum or faecal specimen

recognising changes in consciousness

using simple technical skills to perform the following activities at least 3 times, which can be in a simulated environment or in the workplace:

shallow wound care that requires cleansing but does not require packing

catheter care, not including insertion or removal of tubes

application of anti-thrombosis stockings

assistance with breathing devices, under the direct supervision of a health professional

performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 80 hours of work

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

fundamental anatomy and physiology required for scope of role

relevant policies, protocols and practices of the organisation and care programs and plans which may include:

purpose of continence programs and knowledge of continence aids

causes of loss of skin integrity, implications for the client and processes to maintain skin integrity

personal care

infection control procedures

working effectively and following instructions

legal and ethical considerations:

codes of conduct

dignity of risk

duty of care

human rights

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

work role boundaries – responsibilities and limitations

work health and safety (WHS), including manual handling

procedures and requirements for the collection of clinical data from clients

common equipment and aids utilised in the delivery of personal care

the application of prostheses

principles and practices associated with supporting and assisting clients to meet personal care needs

Assessment Conditions

The following aspects of the performance evidence must have been demonstrated using simulation prior to being demonstrated in an acute care workplace:

assisted with nursing care according to a client care plan and direction of a registered nurse

The following conditions must be met for this unit:

client care plan/pathways

equipment and aids required in the nursing care plan

relevant assessment tools

mobility and personal care equipment and aids

client records and documentation

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

In addition, be a registered nurse with current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Authority (AHPRA).

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ced1390f-48d9-4ab0-bd50-b015e5485705