Bachelor of Nursing (Level 7)

Western Institute of Technology

Gain the necessary knowledge base, practical skills and attitudes to work safely, effectively and productively with clients within a healthcare setting. With over 1,000 hours of clinical placement you will learn the value of optimising the physical, mental and social wellbeing of people and their communities, promoting balanced lifestyles and supporting people to realise their full potential.

On successful completion of the Bachelor of Nursing degree, you are supported through the process of registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.

Benefit from small classes, dedicated clinically experienced tutors and regular time in our modern clinical skills lab, Pokapu Whaihanga, where you put your new clinical skills into practice.

You will learn how to:

• Meet the Nursing Council of New Zealand competencies for the Registered Nurse scope of practice.
• Practise safe, caring, effective and competent nursing at a beginning Registered Nurse (RN) level, in a variety of healthcare settings and environments.
• Articulate the place of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi in healthcare delivery and nursing practice.
• Practise in a culturally safe manner that reflects a broad understanding of health and wellness.
• Analyse the impact of historical, cultural, political, social, economic and environmental influences on health and nursing practice.
• Incorporate self-authorship, critical thinking, clinical reasoning and problem-solving capabilities into your nursing practice.
• Effectively apply a range of theories, frameworks and models in theory daily practice with individuals, families, whānau and communities.
• Apply a comprehensive health assessment within the individual's family, whānau and community.
• Communicate effectively and develop effective therapeutic partnerships and actions with individuals, families, whānau and communities.
• Be collaborative and respectful with interprofessional colleagues.
• Lead and manage within the context of registered nurse scope of practice.
• Act professionally, and in a caring manner, by incorporating respect for, and valuing diversity of, life choices and health options.
• Enhance their professional development through lifelong learning.