Nursing Training Programmes

Cardiovascular Medicine and Cardiothoracic Surgery Nursing Attachment Programme

Duration

One – two months

Outcomes

• To provide a learning environment, for the trainee to understand the holistic approach in the total care of patients, in Cardiovascular Medicine and Cardiothoracic Surgery.

• To provide a comprehensive programme for trainees to understand the professional practice of Nursing in NHCS.

• To provide a programme for trainees to meet their training objectives.

Contents

• Overview of the organisational structure, functions, philosophy and objectives of National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS).

• Provide orientation to the facilities and set-up in NHCS.

• Overview of the roles and responsibilities of nurses and the scope of practice of Nursing in the cardiology and cardiothoracic units.

• Overview of the pathophysiology, medical and surgical management of cardiac and thoracic patients.

• Observe the pre-operative and post-operative management of patients undergoing various intervention cardiology procedures and cardiothoracic surgery.

• Overview of the haemodynamics and cardiovascular monitoring.

• Overview of Cardiovascular Rehabilitation programme.

• Overview of Infection Control Principles and Practices in NHCS.

Criteria

• Registered Nurses with clinical experience in managing patients with cardiovascular and thoracic conditions/diseases.

• Currently working in a Cardiovascular or Cardiothoracic Surgery Unit.

Training Dates / Period

January to December

Number of Intake per Year

Upon request

Number of Participants per Intake

10 or below  

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