James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

NS5354 - Implementing Practice Development in Healthcare Contexts

Subject Description

In this subject, students will explore various practice development methodologies, evidence-based approaches, and innovative techniques employed by health professionals to create high-quality, safe and effective, person-centred workplace cultures where all can flourish. Students will authenticate their role as practice developers by identifying the gaps, barriers, and enablers in designing a healthful workplace culture. Embracing the principles of practice development, students will plan sustainable workplace change through the creation of a practice development plan.

Learning Outcomes

• Interpret the principles, key concepts and methods applied in practice development that facilitate person-centred, safe and effective workplace cultures in healthcare contexts
• Critically reflect on person-centred practice and workplace culture in own healthcare context to identify gaps that inform a practice development project
• Evaluate the barriers and enablers of sustainable change in healthcare settings that influence practice development action planning
• Develop a project plan that embodies the key principles and methods of practice development to create person-centred cultures in healthcare settings

Subject Assessment

• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (10%) - Individual
• Written > ePoster - (50%) - Individual
• Written > Reflection/reflective task 1 - (40%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Passing requirements: complete and submit all assessment items; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties such as late penalties.

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