HLT64121 Advanced Diploma of Nursing

Release: 5

HLT64121 Advanced Diploma of Nursing

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 5	Release 5. Supersedes and is equivalent to HLT64121 Advanced Diploma of Nursing release 4. Minor change to update Infection Control unit of competency.
Release 4	Release 4. Supersedes and is equivalent to HLT64121 Advanced Diploma of Nursing release 3. Minor change to update Infection Control unit of competency.
Release 3	Release 3. Supersedes and is equivalent to HLT64121 Advanced Diploma of Nursing release 2.Minor corrections to mapping details.
Release 2	Release 2. Supersedes and is equivalent to HLT64121 Advanced Diploma of Nursing release 1.Minor corrections to formatting to improve readability.
Release 1	HLT64121 Advanced Diploma of Nursing supersedes and is not equivalent to HLT64115 Advanced Diploma of Nursing.

Qualification Description

This qualification reflects the role of enrolled nurses with advanced skills who work in a specialised area of nursing practice under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered nurse.

Enrolled nurses integrate and adapt specialised, technical and theoretical knowledge to address a diverse range of clinical situations and challenges in their area of specialisation. They contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical practice using research and participation in broader organisational quality processes. Enrolled nurses retain responsibility for their own actions while remaining accountable to the registered nurse for all delegated functions.

To be eligible to apply for registration as an enrolled nurse and to practice in Australia, individuals must complete a Diploma of Nursing program accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and approved as ‘an approved program of study’ by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) in accordance with the Enrolled Nurse Accreditation Standards. To confirm the education provider holds the necessary accreditation check the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) at www.ahpra.gov.au.

The scope of practice for enrolled nurses is determined by legislative requirements and the policies and procedures of the employing organisation.

No other licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Entry Requirements

Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who are currently working in Australia as an enrolled nurse and hold current registration as an enrolled nurse without notation with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au.

Packaging Rules

10 units must be completed:

3 core units

7 elective units, consisting of:

units required for 1 specialisation as detailed below.

remaining units from the electives listed below, elsewhere in the HLT Health Training Package, or any current Training Package or accredited course.

The selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification.

Packaging for each specialisation:

5 Group A electives, including HLTENN040, HLTENN055 and HLTENN056, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Acute care).

All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Aged care and individual support work).

All Group C electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Critical care).

5 Group D electives, including CHCMHS005, CHCMHS006 and HLTENN063, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Mental health).

All Group E electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Perioperative).

All Group F electives must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Renal care).

5 Group G electives, including HLTENN040, HLTENN048 and HLTENN064, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Rural and remote).

5 Group H electives, including CHCCSM002, CHCDIS003, and HLTENN047, must be selected for award of the Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Community and primary health care).

All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

Note: Unit marked with an asterisk * includes prerequisite units of competency. Refer to unit of competency for prerequisite requirements.

Core units
HLTENN052	Provide advanced clinical assessment
HLTENN065	Research and report on nursing trends and practice
HLTENN066	Contribute to quality improvement for advancement of clinical practice

Elective units
Group A electives – ACUTE CARE specialisation
HLTENN040	Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy
HLTENN049	Apply nursing practice in the orthopaedic care setting
HLTENN050	Apply nursing practice in the rehabilitation care setting
HLTENN055	Apply nursing practice in the respiratory care setting
HLTENN056	Apply nursing practice in the cardiovascular care setting
HLTENN057	Contribute to the nursing care of a person with diabetes
HLTENN060	Apply nursing practice in the paediatric care setting
HLTENN067	Apply, implement, and monitor nursing care in a contemporary paediatric setting
HLTENN068	Provide end-of-life care and a palliative approach in nursing practice
Group B electives – AGED CARE AND INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT specialisation
CHCAGE005	Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCSM002	Implement case management practice
CHCDIS010	Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs
HLTENN061	Apply nursing practice in contemporary aged care settings
Group C electives – CRITICAL CARE specialisation
HLTENN040	Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy
HLTENN048	Apply nursing practice in the emergency care setting
HLTENN053	Apply nursing practice in the critical care setting
HLTENN055	Apply nursing practice in the respiratory care setting
HLTENN056	Apply nursing practice in the cardiovascular care setting
Group D electives – MENTAL HEALTH specialisation
CHCCCS003	Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide
CHCCCS019	Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCCSM002	Implement case management practice
CHCMHS005	Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCMHS006	Facilitate the recovery process with the person, family and carers
HLTENN063	Apply nursing practice in the contemporary mental health care settings
Group E electives – PERIOPERATIVE specialisation
HLTENN040	Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy
HLTENN055	Apply nursing practice in the respiratory care setting
HLTENN056	Apply nursing practice in the cardiovascular care setting
HLTENN058	Apply nursing practice in the perioperative care setting
HLTINF007	Implement and monitor infection prevention and control standards, policies and procedures
Group F electives – RENAL CARE specialisation
CHCCSM002	Implement case management practice
HLTENN040	Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy
HLTINF007	Implement and monitor infection prevention and control standards, policies and procedures
HLTRNL003	Contribute to the nursing care of a person with renal impairment
HLTRNL004	Apply renal replacement therapy
Group G electives – RURAL AND REMOTE specialisation
CHCMHS005	Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
HLTENN040	Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy
HLTENN046	Contribute to maternal and infant health care
HLTENN047	Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting
HLTENN048	Apply nursing practice in the emergency care setting
HLTENN064	Apply nursing practice in the rural and remote setting
Group H electives – COMMUNITY AND PRIMARY HEALTH CARE specialisation
CHCCSM002	Implement case management practice
CHCDIS003	Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCMHS005	Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
HLTENN039	Apply principles of wound management
HLTENN040	Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy
HLTENN047	Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting
HLTENN068	Provide end of life care and a palliative approach in nursing practice
Other electives
CHCAOD004	Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCAOD005	Provide alcohol and other drugs withdrawal services
CHCAOD008	Provide advanced interventions to meet the needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCCCS014	Provide brief interventions
CHCCSM005	Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
CHCDIS006	Develop and promote positive person-centred behaviour support
CHCDIS007	Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
CHCDIS009	Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach
CHCMGT003	Lead the work team
HLTADM001	Administer and coordinate Telehealth services
HLTAID011	Provide First Aid
HLTAID013	Provide first aid in remote or isolated site
HLTAID015 *	Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
HLTENN051	Apply nursing practice in sexual and reproductive health care
HLTENN054	Contribute to the registration, eligibility and assessment of donors
HLTENN059	Apply nursing practice in the hyperbaric environment
HLTENN062	Implement and monitor care of a person with a stoma
HLTHPS008	Provide clinical mentoring in the work environment
HLTHPS009	Perform peripheral intravenous cannulation
HLTWHS004	Manage work health and safety
HLTWHS006	Manage personal stressors in the work environment

Qualification Mapping Information

This qualification supersedes and is not equivalent to HLT64115 Advanced Diploma of Nursing.

Links

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