Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Bachelor of Health Care, 210 ECTS

Bachelor of Health Care

Academic year 2020 - 2021

Gerontological nursing and rehabilitation (GE00BO35-3001),
29.03.2021 – 04.07.2021, 5 cr (SAL21KGEN) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students have deepen their global and intercultural competences in the context of applied gerontology
understand physical, psychological and social processes of aging and their impact at an individual, community and social level
be able to support older people´s independent living, quality of life, and opportunity to act as an active member of society
be able to take into account ethical principles and cultural differences in decision-making
be able to utilizes (apply) evidence-based knowledge and skills in professional decision-making in care of older people
have strengthen their knowledge and professional competence in the care of older adults
have the basic idea of gerontechnology

Course contents

Module 1. Gerontological Health Promotion

Module 2. Gerontological Nursing

Module 3. Gerontological Rehabilitation

Module 4. Gerontechnology

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Niina Peltola, Marjo Palovaara

Timing

29.03.2021 - 04.07.2021
Groups
- SAL21KGEN
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 5 cr
English for Working Life (ZWPC0220-3002),
31.08.2020 – 31.12.2020, 4 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

In the course English for Working Life you will learn to operate in English in situations related to international working life.

You will also increase your self-confidence in speaking and writing in professional contexts. In addition, you will learn to follow the developments in your field locally and globally.

After taking the course, you will have learned to write texts related to your future profession in an appropriate style. You will also have gained confidence in spoken interaction and acquired vocabulary that will benefit you later in your career.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

The course is on level B2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. If the course Improve your English was recommended to you at the beginning of your studies, please take it before enrolling for English for Working Life.

In this course you will need the basic ICT-skills, such as word processing and creating audio and video files.

Course contents

The central contents of the course are:
- telling about your studies and looking for employment
- oral and written communication in working life, for example meetings, small talk, customer service, telephoning and emailing, and expressing your own opinion
- producing formal text, such as reports, instructions or summaries
- field-specific terminology
- presentations, workshops, group discussions

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1 The students are able to communicate understandably both in speech and writing in simple and routine work tasks and other situations. They can understand the central content of speech and writing dealing with familiar topics. They have a sufficient command of the basic structures of the language for the delivery of their message. The level of their pronunciation is sufficient for the delivery of the main content of their message. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

2 The students are able to communicate understandably both orally and in writing in routine and familiar work duties and situations although their language use is at times slow and incoherent. They understand clear speech and writing with familiar content. They have an adequate command of the basic structures of the language. Their vocabulary is sufficient for every-day situations and reasonably adequate for basic field-specific situations. The level of their pronunciation is sufficient for the delivery of content.The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3 The students can manage well both oral and written situations in working life and every-day life. The students can write a text with coherent content. They understand speech with a normal tempo, but unusual topics and language deviating from standard use cause difficulties. They can understand demanding written content related to their own field, although some details may remain unclear. They can use the grammatical structures of the language in a versatile way, and their mistakes do not hinder communication. The students’ command of the vocabulary of the language is sufficient for communicating the central content even in demanding tasks and situations. Their pronunciation is adequate. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

4 The students are able to communicate fluently in different situations and produce clear and fluent language with adequate style. They have no difficulty in understanding and producing speech and writing needed in working life although expressions deviating from the standard use of the language cause problems to some extent. The students have a good command of the language and its use, but occasional problems may arise. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5 The students are able to communicate with great fluency and active participation in a wide variety of situations. They also portray considerable versatility and an appropriate sense of style in their ability to apply the learning content of the course to demanding working life situations. They have no difficulties in understanding different kinds of language users although fine nuances and speech deviating significantly from standard language can sometimes be challenging. The students can understand and produce demanding content in both speech and writing. Their language use is practically flawless. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

Online, starting 16.9.

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Online course, starting Sept 16th. This is an online course that does not include contact sessions. The course has a detailed timetable that will be announced as the course starts. The course is divided into parts that have their own deadlines. Each part needs to be completed in the timetable and order given. After each part the teacher will go through the assignments and give you either individual feedback or group feedback that you will use when finishing the following part.

You will be mostly working independently but the course also includes some group activities.

You will need a computer that is compatible with the online working environment. Moreover, good command of online learning environment and presentation tools is required. You will need a headset and a microphone. Online courses include both written and spoken assignments and assignments that are handed in online for evaluation. Speaking assignments are video assignments and video meetings. You will need to have a web-camera and have to be able to present a proof of identification.

Lecturer(s)

Paula Vuorinen

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

31.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- SNS20SGU
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
Assessment methods

Open Studies 5 (SNS)

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

4 cr
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Liiketoimintayksikkö
Finnish 5 for Nursing Students (SN00BB59-3001),
26.10.2020 – 31.12.2020, 5 cr (SNS19SG1, ...) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Osaat kehittää taitojasi osallistua viestintätilanteisiin arjessa ja hoitoalan työpaikalla. Kehität omia kielenoppimisstrategioitasi ja pyrit aktiiviseen kielenoppimiseen myös luokkahuoneen ulkopuolella. Kirjoitat tekstejä tutuista aihepiireistä. Kehität lukemisstrategioitasi ja ymmärrät melko pitkiäkin asiatekstejä. Laajennat sanavarastoasi etenkin hoitoalan sanastolla ja työelämäsanastolla.

Pystyt toimimaan erilaisissa hoitotyöhön liittyvissä perustilanteissa ja arkisissa kohtaamisissa. Osaat käyttää kompensaatiostrategioita tullaksesi ymmärretyksi. (not translated)

Prerequisites and co-requisites

JAMKin Suomi 4 tai vastaavat tiedot (not translated)

Course contents

Kehität

taitoasi osallistua viestintätilanteisiin arjessa ja hoitoalan tilanteissa
kielenoppimisstrategioitasi
lukemisstrategioitasi
aktiivista kielenoppimista myös luokkahuoneen ulkopuolella
kulttuurista osaamistasi etenkin hoitoalalla.

Opiskelet

ymmärtämään ja kirjoittamaan asiatekstejä
käyttämään kompensaatiostrategioita tullaksesi ymmärretyksi. (not translated)

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1 Selviydyt tavallisissa arkisissa kohtaamisissa ja erilaisissa hoitotyön perustilanteissa. Osaat käyttää kompensaatiostrategioita tullaksesi ymmärretyksi. Pystyt kirjoittamaan tekstejä sanakirjan avulla. Ymmärrät tuttujen aihepiirien tekstien pääasiat. Ymmärrät hidastettua yleiskielistä puhetta. Ymmärtäminen voi vaatia toistoa ja uudelleenmuotoiluja.

2 Osaat toimia arkisissa kohtaamisissa ja erilaisissa hoitotyön perustilanteissa. Osaat käyttää kompensaatiostrategioita tullaksesi ymmärretyksi. Pystyt kirjoittamaan tekstejä sanakirjan avulla. Ymmärrät tuttujen aihepiirien tekstien pääasiat. Ymmärrät yleiskielistä puhetta. Ymmärtäminen voi vaatia hidastamista. (not translated)

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3 Osaat toimia arkielämän ja hoitoalan kohtaamisissa ja tuttuja aiheita koskevissa keskusteluissa. Osaat käyttää työelämän tilanteisiin liittyvää keskeistä sanastoa. Osaat kirjoittaa erilaisia tekstejä mutta tarvitset vielä sanakirjaa. Ymmärrät yleiskielistä puhetta ja arkielämään liittyvien ja yleisimpien hoitoalan tekstien pääasiat.

4 Osaat toimia arkielämän ja hoitoalan kohtaamisissa ja keskusteluissa. Osaat käyttää työelämän tilanteisiin liittyvää keskeistä sanastoa. Osaat kirjoittaa erilaisia tekstejä, toisinaan voit tarvita sanakirjaa. Ymmärrät yleiskielistä normaalitempoista puhetta ja arkielämään liittyvien ja hoitoalan tekstien pääasiat. (not translated)

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5 Osaat viestiä tehokkaasti arkielämän ja hoitoalan kohtaamisissa ja keskusteluissa. Osaat käyttää työelämän tilanteisiin liittyvää keskeistä sanastoa. Osaat kirjoittaa erilaisia tekstejä. Ymmärrät yleiskielistä normaalitempoista puhetta ja arkielämään liittyviä ja hoitoalan tekstejä. (not translated)

Further information

Sairaanhoitajaopiskelijoille, joiden äidinkieli ei ole suomi. (not translated)

Language of instruction

Finnish

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Verkko-opetus. Kontaktiopetus tilanteen salliessa. (not translated)

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Hoidetaan suomeksi. Mustonen, Sippola & Tuononen 2014. (not translated)

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen, Sara Tuisku

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Sovitaan kurssin alussa. (not translated)

Timing

26.10.2020 - 31.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Verkko-opetus 30 h
Itsenäinen työskentely 95 h

Yhteensä 135 h (not translated)

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 21.10.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG1
- SNS19SG2
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

5 cr
Credits
- 5 cr
Finnish 4 for Nursing Students (SN00BB58-3001),
31.08.2020 – 23.10.2020, 5 cr (SNS19SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

You will be able to use your language learning strategies and lifelong and out-of-class learning skills, and engage in everyday and work-related communication situations. You will be able to understand simple texts by developing your reading strategies. You will have an expanded vocabulary of terms related to the field of nursing and working life.

You will be able to handle routine nursing situations and the most common everyday encounters. You will also be able to use coping strategies to make yourself understood.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Finnish 3 for Nursing Students or equivalent skills

Course contents

You will learn to

communicate in everyday and nursing situations;
develop your language learning strategies;
develop your reading strategies;
actively develop your out-of-class language learning skill; and
develop your cultural knowledge, especially in the field of nursing.

You will study
how to understand and write short documents, and
how to use coping strategies to make yourself understood.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1 You use Finnish to handle routine nursing situations and the most common everyday encounters. You use coping strategies to make yourself understood. You form sentences concerning familiar subjects according to the situation. You write short, simple texts with the aid of a dictionary. Your ability to comprehend speech requires repetition and rephrasing.

2 You use Finnish to handle routine nursing situations and everyday encounters. You use coping strategies to make yourself understood. You write short, simple texts with the aid of a dictionary. Your ability to comprehend speech sometimes requires repetition and rephrasing.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3 You manage in routine nursing-related situations and everyday encounters. You communicate about familiar subjects. You perform in common nursing situations. You understand the main points of texts on familiar topics. You write short, simple texts. You understand slowed speech and ask if you don’t understand something.

4 You handle the most common social encounters and routine conversations about everyday life and nursing. You communicate about familiar subjects. You use the key terminology related to everyday work situations to instruct the patient orally and in writing in common nursing scenarios. You understand the main points of texts concerning everyday life and the most common nursing subjects. You write short, simple texts. You understand the main points of general speech.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5 You handle social encounters and conversations about everyday life and nursing. You communicate about familiar subjects. You use the key terminology related to everyday work situations to instruct the patient orally and in writing in nursing scenarios. You understand the main points of texts concerning everyday life and the most common nursing subjects. You write short, simple texts. You understand general speech spoken at a normal tempo.

Further information

For international nursing students whose native language is not Finnish.

Language of instruction

Finnish

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Verkko-opetus (kontaktiopetus tilanteen salliessa) (not translated)

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Mustonen, Sippola & Tuononen: Hoidetaan suomeksi (not translated)

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen, Sara Tuisku

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Sovitaan kurssin alussa (not translated)

Timing

31.08.2020 - 23.10.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Verkko-opetus 30 h
Itsenäinen työskentely 95 h
Tentit 10 h

Yht. 135 (not translated)

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG1
- SNS19SG2
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 5 cr
Finnish 3 for Nursing Students (SN00BB57-3001),
01.08.2020 – 31.12.2020, 5 cr — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

You will learn the essential parts of Finnish language structure (present and past verb tenses, sentence structure, noun declension). You will be able to communicate in familiar everyday life situations, including those in the field of nursing. You will be able to describe your own home and living arrangements, your home country and your personal background. You will be introduced to the typical features of the Finnish communication culture and self-study methods.

With some assistance, you will be able to Finnish in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You will be able to intelligibly describe, in simple terms, things related to your personal background, home and living arrangements. You will be able to instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios, but needs help and repetition. You will be able to partly understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. With some assistance, you will be able to write a simple, short care instruction.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Successful completion of JAMK Finnish 2 for Nursing Students or equivalent skills.

Course contents

You will learn to
• understand and use everyday expressions related to familiar situations, e.g. your living arrangements and personal background.

You will study
• how to instruct the patient and how to communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios,
• self directed language learning materials outside the classroom,
• language learning strategies,
• the communication culture of Finland, and
• how to describe and discuss your own home country.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1) With some assistance, you use Finnish in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You intelligibly describe, in simple terms, things related to your personal background, home and living arrangements. You manage to instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios, but need help and repetition. You partly understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered at work, school, leisure, etc. With some assistance, you write a simple, short care instruction.

2) With a bit of assistance, you use Finnish in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You describe adequately well, in simple terms, things related your background, home and living arrangements. You manage to instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios with the help of others. When necessary, you sometimes use coping strategies in the context of nursing. You partly understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered at work, school, leisure, etc. You write a simple, short care instruction.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3) You use Finnish in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You describe, in simple terms, things related to your background, home and living arrangements. You manage to instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios. When necessary, you often use coping strategies in the context of nursing. You mostly understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered at work, school, leisure, etc. You write a simple care instruction.

4) To a large extent, you use Finnish to communicate in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You describe, in simple terms, things related to your background, home and living arrangements. You instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios in most cases. When necessary, you often use coping strategies in the context of nursing. You mostly understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered at work, school, leisure, etc. You write a simple care instruction.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5) You use Finnish to communicate in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You describe, in simple terms, things related to your background, home and living arrangements. You instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios. When needed, you use coping strategies in the context of nursing. You understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered at work, school, leisure, etc. You write a simple care instruction.

Further information

For international nursing students whose native language is not Finnish.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen, Sara Tuisku

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 31.08.2020

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 5 cr
JAMK InnoFlash (ZZPP0740-3005),
02.11.2020 – 06.11.2020, 2 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

In JAMK InnoFlash, you as a part of a multidisclipinary team, design user oriented solutions for real challenges in working life. You will be able to use the innovation, design and solution tools of the course in your working life and other studies. Future Factory project studies are based on these methods.

After accomplishing JAMK InnoFlash, you know the basics and phases of customer oriented design method in problem solving. You are able to apply the customer oriented design method into practice, to act as an active member of a development team in different phases of the process, and to share the result of the work of your development team. You will be able to reflect the development of your own competences and to support the development of the competences of the members of your team.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

-

Course contents

In JAMK InnoFlash, you as a part of a multidisclipinary team, design user oriented solutions for real challenges in working life. In the course, you apply a user oriented thinking and method, on which you and your team create concepts with added value for the customer.

You test the solution concept with potential customers and present it to the client.

During this studying process, you practice to critically examine and evaluate your actions and the development of your skills and knowledge.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

After completing this course, you will have learned:

Innovation and working life skills:
• You are able to describe the basics of user oriented method, based on references
• You know how to build a solution based on customer need, with your team
• You are able to create a presentation about your concept with your development team

Communication skills:
• In producing a solution for a customer oriented problem, you act in a target oriented way, supporting your team's work
• You are able to present your concept to the client with your team

Learning skills, information management skills, reflection skills:
• You are able to critically examine your and your team's work in producing a solution for a customer oriented problem
• You are able to reflect the development of your skills and knowledge and support the development of the skills and knowledge of your team members

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

The contact learning week takes place on week 45/2020, which is 2.-6.11.2020. On this week, you have to take part in coaching and teamworking every day at 8.30-16.00. Before the contact learning week, you have independent study tasks, and after the week, you have independent reflecting tasks.

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

The learning takes place by using the user-oriented design method. Before teamworking period, you explore the method, and in your team, you use the method when you create a customer-oriented solution to an assignment of a client.

Lecturer(s)

Anna-Stina Kuula

Learning materials and recommended literature

Materials in the e-learning environment

Lecturer(s)

Heli Vepsäläinen, Tuula Kotikoski, Matti Mieskolainen, Tarja Lappalainen-Kajan, Mari Hakkarainen

Working life cooperation

The assignments of the course come from companies and development projects.

Campus

Main Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

No final exam is arranged on this course, the accomplishment is based on both independent and team study tasks.

Timing

02.11.2020 - 06.11.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Contact course:
- Independent study tasks before the teamworking period 10 hours
- Taking part in contact study week and study tasks as a team member 40 hours. Contact studies take place during one week, and no other teaching is arranged at the same time. It is obligatory to take part in the contact study week daily.
- Independent study tasks after the teamworking period 4 hours

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- TLP20S1
- ZJA20SMTP
- SNS20SG2
- TLP20VS
- SNS20SBE
- ZJA20STPPPL
- MTM20S1
- SNS20S1
Alternative learning methods

The course takes place four times a year: both online course and contact course once in autumn semester and once in spring semester. These courses can have English speaking groups.

Assessment methods

Avoin amk (not translated)

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Construction and Civil Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Energy and Environmental Technology, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Agricultural and Rural Industries, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 2 cr
Anatomy and Physiology (SWNS2011-3001),
31.08.2020 – 14.03.2021, 5 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Course is an important part of the basic studies related to Nursing.
As a participant of this course, you will concern yourself to the Anatomy and Physiology of a healthy human body. When you have passed this course, you`ll understand how the healthy human body behaves during different situations in life and you will be equipped with tools that you will need in the later phases of your studies as well as in the working life.

Learning outcomes:
You are able to define the structures and functions of the important organs, maintenance and control systems of the human body.
You are able to explain the capacities of the cardiovascular-, respiratory-, urinary and endocrine systems.
You understand the role of the lymphatic and sensory systems as well as humoral regulation of human metabolism and sensory systems and tissue repair.

Competences:
Customer Skills in the Health Care and Social Services Sector
Learning skills

Course contents

Cytology; Structure and functions of the cells.
Histology; Structure, location and function of tissues
Support and locomotive system; skeletal structure, joints and peripheral muscles. Cardiovascular system: blood, heart, blood vessels, blood pressure, EKG and control mechanisms of the cardiovascular system
Respiratory system: airways, lungs, gas exchange, respiratory volumes and control mechanisms of the respiratory system
Digestive system; digestive tract, digestive organs, absorption of nutrients and control mechanisms of the digestive system.
Urinary system; structure and function of the Kidneys, urinary tract, urine formation and control mechanisms of the urinary system.
In addition, the contents include the nervous-, endocrine-, lymphatic and sensory systems connected with the regulation of vital functions.
Senses; vision and eye, auditory + balance and ear, olfactory and nose.
Tissue repair.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Sufficient 1
You can name concepts, databases and recommendations for nursing. You know the basics of using evidence-based information. You recognize nursing process and are able to describe the most common issues needing documentation. You recognize the responsibility associated with your professional role in evidence-based nursing and decision-making.

Satisfactory 2
You have an overview of the concepts, databases and recommendations used in nursing. You understand the basics of utilizing evidence-based information. You understand the nursing process and are able to describe the most common issues needing documentation. You can describe the responsibilities associated with your professional role in evidence-based nursing and decision-making.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

Good 3
You have an overview of the concepts, databases and recommendations used in nursing and are able to retrieve and utilize the information. You understand the basics of utilizing evidence-based information. You understand the nursing process and are able to justify the most common documentation in nursing. You understand the responsibility of your own professional role in evidence-based nursing and decision-making.

Very good 4
You have a broad understanding of the concepts, databases, and recommendations used in nursing, and can apply them. You know the process of nursing and justify the most common documentation in nursing. You can apply the responsibilities associated with your professional role in evidence-based nursing and decision-making.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

You have a great amount of knowledge, skills and reasoning from different perspectives. In an oral or written exam, the answers are fluent and comprehensive. You use the correct terminology in your answers and the content knowledge is extensive.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Pekka Natunen

Lecturer(s)

Pekka Natunen, Sini Lällä

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

31.08.2020 - 14.03.2021
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
Assessment methods

Open Studies 5

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Mental Health Practice (SNZBW520-3001),
01.08.2020 – 31.12.2020, 6 cr (SNS18S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student is able to plan, implement and evaluate the nursing care of the most common mental health disorders, addiction problems and crisis with the support of nursing team. Student is able to apply evidence-based mental health, addiction and crises nursing methods under the supervision. Student is able to use the interventions based on a cooperative relationship with a patient and family. Student is able to work as a member of a multiprofessional team. Student understands the importance of ethical principles and patient safety. Student is able to document the nursing care in accordance to the legislation.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Basic nursing compentence, mental health and addiction nursing theoretical studies

Course contents

Mental health, addiction and crisis nursing
Psychiatry and addiction medicine, crisis and traumas

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

The student:
-is able to comply with the ethical principles and patient safety of the practice placement.
-has transferable skills to plan, implement and evaluate the nursing process of the most common mental health disorders, addiction problems and crisis with multiprofessional treatment team. The student works in a client-centered way and S/he is able to face, councel and help a patient and the whole family within mental health-, addiction- and crisis nursing field under supervision.
-is able to apply the knowledge about treatment- and service chains and psychological continuity of treatment. S/he is able to implement empowering and goal-orientated nursing under the supervision and understands the importance of evidence-based nursing.
-is able to communicate orally and to use health care documentation system as legislation requires.
-is able to implement safety medical treatment under supervision
-obeys the rules of work community, and is able to work entrepreneurially and co-operatively.
-is able to name his/her own developmental needs and evaluates own actions critically.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Groups
- SNS18S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 6 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Communication Skills for Working Life (ZWPC0420-3004),
01.01.2021 – 14.03.2021, 3 cr (SNS20SG2) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

By the end of the course, you should be able to
- articulate working definitions of communication;
- identify the key elements of modern communication models;
- correctly apply the standards and conventions of JAMK’s Project Reporting Instructions to a written report on an assigned topic; and
- deliver a stand-up presentation on an assigned topic.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Common Reference Level B2 (on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages scale) English skills in both writing and speaking, as well as sufficient ICT skills for working with basic video recording and editing tools and participating in online meetings (in the case of online implementations of this course).

Course contents

The principal contents of the course relate directly to the required assignments, which deal with
- the definition of communication,
- the conception and realization of a communication model,
- managing interpersonal relations and communication,
- the writing of a report conforming to the standards and conventions of JAMK’s Project Reporting Instructions, and
- development, rehearsal, and delivery of a stand-up presentation.

Other contents include supporting activities and smaller preparatory tasks designed to help you perform your best on the assignments listed above.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1. You complete all required assignments. Your actual performance in these assignments, however, is such that your understanding and learning are not demonstrated beyond the most basic requirements.

2. You complete all required assignments. In some instances, your performance is above the minimum expectations, but in others, it is not.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3. You complete all required assignments and, in most instances, your performance is consistently above the minimum expectations.

4. You complete all required assignments and your performance consistently meets or exceeds the stated expectations.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5. You complete all your assignments and they consistently demonstrate and advanced-level ability to internalize the given instruction and translate it into tangible results.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

This course requires weekly attendance on Thursdays from 13.00 - 15.30. The goal is to be in the classroom, but Zoom will be used when necessary. The weekly sessions are not lectures but an opportunity for you to be actively engaged with the material via small group discussions and activities. For this reason, the sessions will not be recorded.

Lecturer(s)

Diane Ruppert

Timing

01.01.2021 - 14.03.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG2
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Team and Client - Multidisciplinary Business Project Course (HBIETE03-3001),
11.01.2021 – 21.05.2021, 5 cr (SNS18S1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

After completing the course, you will be able to:
- Identify your competence in project-based and multicultural teamwork
- Know the principles of the project work
- Work as a member in a multicultural project group
- Set project goals, prepare a project plan, assess your time management and workloads, implement the project and present its results to the client and peer group
- Act in co-operation with the client.

This course happens in co-operation with Jyväskylä University. Some of the meetings will be organized in their premises. Piia Hynynen is the contact person at JAMK.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Intermediate studies in the major subject (JYU), 1st year studies at JAMK or similar knowledge.

Course contents

The student teams and client companies will be selected at the start of the course. Each team will receive a preliminary client’s assignment that will be further specified together with the client. During the project, the team will provide the client with fresh information and new ideas from a multicultural viewpoint.

Implementing the client project includes:
- preparing and presenting the project plan
- intermediate reporting
- practical implementation of the client project
- preparing a final report on the project
- presenting the project results and output to the client and other students on the course.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

In order to join the course you must first apply via Jyväskylä University website. Peppi enrolment is not enough.

If you get accepted you need to do this to pass the course:
- join the team meetings
- participate actively in the project
- complete the necessary reporting

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Face-to-face learning, multidisciplinary groupwork, JAMK and JYU (University of Jyväskylä) students working together to solve the customer projects.

Would you like to challenge your thinking in a project team and work for a real client? Do you want to further develop your professional skills, build networks and improve your project management skills?
Team&Client -project course (HBIETE03-3001, 5 ECTS credits) is a practically oriented study module, within which a multidisciplinary team carries out a development project for a real client. Student application for the spring 2020 course is now open. Course starts in February, deadline for applications January 17th, 2021.
Depending on the COVID-19 situation, course is organized partly or wholly online by using Teams or Zoom -environment. Course is offered for JYU and JAMK students in EduFutura –collaboration.
Read more: www.jyu.fi/projectcourse

Lecturer(s)

Christina Borén, Piia Hynynen

Timing

11.01.2021 - 21.05.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours.

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 10.01.2021
Groups
- SNS18S1
- HBI18S1
- HBI19S1
- SNS19S1
- TLE19S1
- HTG20S1
- TLE18S1
- MTM19S1
- HBI18K1
Seats

0 - 999

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Tourism Management, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Liiketoimintayksikkö
Finnish 2 for Nursing Students (SN00BB56-3001),
01.08.2020 – 31.12.2020, 5 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

You will learn the basics of Finnish language structure (KPT change verbs, sentence structure, most common noun declension). You will be able to communicate in a simple way in nursing situations. You will be able to express opinions and feelings in a simple way. You will be introduced to the typical features of the Finnish communication culture and self-study methods.

You will be able to understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to things of immediate relevance. You will be able to produce simple sentences related to familiar and routine matters, including those in the field of nursing.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Successful completion of Finnish 1 (for Nursing Students) or equivalent skills

Course contents

You will learn to
• understand and use familiar everyday expressions and basic phrases, including those in the nursing field;
• describe your surroundings and your own health (e.g. basic personal and family information, health issues);
• express your opinions and feelings in a simple way; and
• communicate in a simple way in nursing situations (e.g. physical examination, taking the patient’s temperature, instructing the patient).

You will study
• self-directed language learning materials outside the classroom,
• language learning strategies, and
• the communication culture of Finland.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1) You understand at least half of the sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, health issues and professional nursing situations). You produce simple sentences related to familiar and routine matters, including those in the field of nursing, but need a lot of help and repetition. You describe, in simple terms, aspects of your immediate environment and matters concerning areas of immediate need

2) You understand quite often the sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, health issues and professional nursing situations). You participate in communication situations related to simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters, including those in the field of nursing, but need help and repetition. You describe, in simple terms, aspects of your immediate environment and matters concerning areas of immediate need.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3) You often understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, health issues and professional nursing situations). You communicate in simple and routine situations requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters, including those in the field of nursing. You describe, in simple terms, aspects of your immediate environment and matters concerning areas of immediate need.

4) You mostly understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, health issues and professional nursing situations). You communicate in simple and routine situations requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters, including those in the field of nursing. You describe aspects of your immediate environment and matters concerning areas of immediate need.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5) You understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, health issues and professional nursing situations). You communicate in simple and routine situations requiring direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters, including those in the field of nursing. You describe aspects of your immediate environment and matters concerning areas of immediate need.

Further information

For international nursing students whose native language is not Finnish.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

As in schedule

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Online learning. Contact learning if possible (corona situation).

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Provided by teacher and degree programme

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen, Sara Tuisku

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Agreed with students in the beginning of the course

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Contact or online lectures 30h
Online and independent learning 95h
Exams 10h
Total 135 h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 27.10.2020

Content scheduling

26.10 - 18.12.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 5 cr
Finnish 3 for Nursing Students (SN00BB57-3002),
11.01.2021 – 13.03.2021, 5 cr (SNS20S1) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

You will learn the essential parts of Finnish language structure (present and past verb tenses, sentence structure, noun declension). You will be able to communicate in familiar everyday life situations, including those in the field of nursing. You will be able to describe your own home and living arrangements, your home country and your personal background. You will be introduced to the typical features of the Finnish communication culture and self-study methods.

With some assistance, you will be able to Finnish in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You will be able to intelligibly describe, in simple terms, things related to your personal background, home and living arrangements. You will be able to instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios, but needs help and repetition. You will be able to partly understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. With some assistance, you will be able to write a simple, short care instruction.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Successful completion of JAMK Finnish 2 for Nursing Students or equivalent skills.

Course contents

You will learn to
• understand and use everyday expressions related to familiar situations, e.g. your living arrangements and personal background.

You will study
• how to instruct the patient and how to communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios,
• self directed language learning materials outside the classroom,
• language learning strategies,
• the communication culture of Finland, and
• how to describe and discuss your own home country.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1) With some assistance, you use Finnish in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You intelligibly describe, in simple terms, things related to your personal background, home and living arrangements. You manage to instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios, but need help and repetition. You partly understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered at work, school, leisure, etc. With some assistance, you write a simple, short care instruction.

2) With a bit of assistance, you use Finnish in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You describe adequately well, in simple terms, things related your background, home and living arrangements. You manage to instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios with the help of others. When necessary, you sometimes use coping strategies in the context of nursing. You partly understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered at work, school, leisure, etc. You write a simple, short care instruction.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3) You use Finnish in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You describe, in simple terms, things related to your background, home and living arrangements. You manage to instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios. When necessary, you often use coping strategies in the context of nursing. You mostly understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered at work, school, leisure, etc. You write a simple care instruction.

4) To a large extent, you use Finnish to communicate in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You describe, in simple terms, things related to your background, home and living arrangements. You instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios in most cases. When necessary, you often use coping strategies in the context of nursing. You mostly understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered at work, school, leisure, etc. You write a simple care instruction.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5) You use Finnish to communicate in situations of immediate relevance, including those in the field of nursing. You describe, in simple terms, things related to your background, home and living arrangements. You instruct the patient and communicate in basic care or treatment scenarios. When needed, you use coping strategies in the context of nursing. You understand the main points of things said in Finnish regarding familiar and typical matters regularly encountered at work, school, leisure, etc. You write a simple care instruction.

Further information

For international nursing students whose native language is not Finnish.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

As in schedule

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Online learning. Contact learning if possible (corona situation).
Remote lessons in Zoom as in schedule.

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Provided by teacher and degree programme

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen, Sara Tuisku

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Agreed with students in the beginning of the course

Timing

11.01.2021 - 13.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Online lectures 50 - 70 h
Online and independent learning 55 - 75 h
Exams 10 -15 h

Total 135 h

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.12.2020
Groups
- SNS20S1
Assessment methods

Continuous feedback, self-evaluation

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

5 cr
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Cultural Nursing (SWNS2029-3004),
10.05.2021 – 18.06.2021, 3 cr (SAR20S1, ...) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose
This course introduces you to cultural effects on individuals, families and communities in every-day life and health care, as well as environmental risks for health and well-being.

Nursing competences
Guidance and interaction competence
Internationalization and communications competence

Learning outcomes:
You recognize cultural effects on individuals, families and communities in every-day life, communication and health beliefs and values. You have basic skills for operating in multicultural environment. You know cultural concepts related to health care context. You are able to plan evidence-based nursing care and counseling for patients and families from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally sensitive manner. You know about global environmental risks for health and well-being. You know the most common tropical diseases and basics of their nursing and medical care as well prevention of the illnesses.

Course contents

Basics of multicultural nursing theories
Basic concepts of multicultural nursing
Cross-cultural communication
Environmental health
Health related cultural beliefs and values
Tropical diseases

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1 Sufficient
You know about cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are familiar with cultural concepts related to health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being. You present your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases, their nursing and medical care and prevention. You demonstrate basic cross-cultural communication skills.

2 Satisfactory
You recognize cultural effects on people and societies and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You know cultural concepts related to health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being. You implement your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care considering these in the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate basic cross-cultural communication skills.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3 Good
You demonstrate your knowledge about cultural effects on people and societies and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

4 Very good
You demonstrate understanding cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to apply the understanding in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context fluently. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement comprehensive knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5 Excellent
You demonstrate understanding cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to apply the understanding in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context fluently. You demonstrate comprehensive evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being critically assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement excellent knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo, Suleiman Kamau

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

10.05.2021 - 18.06.2021
Groups
- SAR20S1
- SNS20S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face, Online learning

Share of virtual studies

2 cr
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
JAMK InnoFlash (ZZPP0740-3004),
02.11.2020 – 06.11.2020, 2 cr (TLS20S1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

In JAMK InnoFlash, you as a part of a multidisclipinary team, design user oriented solutions for real challenges in working life. You will be able to use the innovation, design and solution tools of the course in your working life and other studies. Future Factory project studies are based on these methods.

After accomplishing JAMK InnoFlash, you know the basics and phases of customer oriented design method in problem solving. You are able to apply the customer oriented design method into practice, to act as an active member of a development team in different phases of the process, and to share the result of the work of your development team. You will be able to reflect the development of your own competences and to support the development of the competences of the members of your team.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

-

Course contents

In JAMK InnoFlash, you as a part of a multidisclipinary team, design user oriented solutions for real challenges in working life. In the course, you apply a user oriented thinking and method, on which you and your team create concepts with added value for the customer.

You test the solution concept with potential customers and present it to the client.

During this studying process, you practice to critically examine and evaluate your actions and the development of your skills and knowledge.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

After completing this course, you will have learned:

Innovation and working life skills:
• You are able to describe the basics of user oriented method, based on references
• You know how to build a solution based on customer need, with your team
• You are able to create a presentation about your concept with your development team

Communication skills:
• In producing a solution for a customer oriented problem, you act in a target oriented way, supporting your team's work
• You are able to present your concept to the client with your team

Learning skills, information management skills, reflection skills:
• You are able to critically examine your and your team's work in producing a solution for a customer oriented problem
• You are able to reflect the development of your skills and knowledge and support the development of the skills and knowledge of your team members

Language of instruction

Finnish

Location and time

The contact learning week takes place on week 45/2020, which is 2.-6.11.2020. On this week, you have to take part in coaching and teamworking every day at 8.30-16.00. Before the contact learning week, you have independent study tasks, and after the week, you have independent reflecting tasks.

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

The learning takes place by using the user-oriented design method. Before teamworking period, you explore the method, and in your team, you use the method when you create a customer-oriented solution to an assignment of a client.

Lecturer(s)

Mari Hakkarainen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Materials in the e-learning environment

Lecturer(s)

Pasi Teräväinen, Anu Pelkonen, Minna Haapakoski, Anne Hakala, Niilo Kuokkanen, Kimmo Aho, Mikko Keskinen, Janne Laitinen, Riikka Ahlgren, Mari Hakkarainen, Henna-Riikka Markkio, Emilia Lahdenperä, Riku Ojanperä

Working life cooperation

The assignments of the course come from companies and development projects.

Campus

Main Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

No final exam is arranged on this course, the accomplishment is based on both independent and team study tasks.

Timing

02.11.2020 - 06.11.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Contact course:
- Independent study tasks before the teamworking period 10 hours
- Taking part in contact study week and study tasks as a team member 40 hours. Contact studies take place during one week, and no other teaching is arranged at the same time. It is obligatory to take part in the contact study week daily.
- Independent study tasks after the teamworking period 4 hours

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- TLS20S1
- MPT20S1
- TTV20SM
- TTV20S5
- KPD20S1
- TTV20S3
- SNS20S1
- TSA20S1
- ZJA20STPMTV
- HTL20SA
- HTL20SB
- TRY20S1
- ZJA20SSTP
- TTV20S2
- STT20S1
- SFT20S1
- SAR20S1
- ZJA20STP
- ZJA20STPPRY
- ZJA20STPPSA
- ZJA20STIP
- ZJA20STIPV
- ZJA20SSFP
- TTV20S1
- ZJA20SSSHP
- ZJA20SMP
- ZJA20STPPLO
Alternative learning methods

The course takes place four times a year: both online course and contact course once in autumn semester and once in spring semester. These courses can have English speaking groups.

Seats

0 - 600

Assessment methods

Avoin amk (not translated)

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Music, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Occupational Therapy, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Construction and Civil Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Business, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Energy and Environmental Technology, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management, Degree Programme in Nursing, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Agricultural and Rural Industries, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 2 cr
Unit

Liiketoimintayksikkö
Basics of Nursing (SWNS2016-3001),
31.08.2020 – 31.01.2021, 2 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course
In this course you learn to identify and respond to the patient's needs through fundamental nursing interventions.

Competences of the course
Ethical competence in nursing
Evidence based nursing and decision making competence
Patient safety and quality assurance competence

Learning outcomes of the course
You recognize the basic needs of patients and respond through basic nursing interventions to these needs in a safe manner using evidence-based practice. You know the basic principles of ergonomics and aseptics. You know the basics of professional interaction with patients. You know the basics of first aid.

Course contents

Principles of aseptics in nursing
Basic hygiene
Monitoring of vital signs
Monitoring of urinary and bowel elimination
Nutritional care and fluid balance
Basic laboratory tests
Administering of injections
Ensuring tissue viability and integrity
Ethical principles of nursing as part of professional interaction with patients
Principles of basic first aid
Ergonomics

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Sufficient 1
You know the patients' basic needs and can respond with relevant nursing interventions, while taking into account patient safety. You know the principles of ergonomics. You know the basic principles of aseptics as part of nursing. You know the basics of a professional encounter. You know how to deliver basic first aid.

Satisfactory 2
You recognize the patients' basic needs and can respond with relevant nursing interventions, while taking into account patient safety. You know the principles of ergonomics. You understand the basic principles of aseptics as part of nursing. You understand the basics of a professional encounter. You know how to deliver basic first aid.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

Good 3
You understand and respond to patients' basic needs using relevant nursing interventions, while taking into account patient safety. You understand the basic principles of ergonomics and aseptics as part of nursing. You understand the basics of a professional encounter. You know how to deliver basic first aid.

Very good 4
You have a good understanding of the patients' basic needs and are able to respond to them using relevant nursing interventions, while taking into account patient safety. You are able to reason the interventions with the help of evidence. You understand the principles of ergonomics as part of patient safety and occupational safety. You understand the basic principles of asepsis as part of nursing. You can use the basics of professional encounter. You know how to deliver basic first aid.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

Excellent 5
You have a broad understanding of the patient's basic needs and can reasonably respond to them by analysing patient's individual situation. You can offer extensive justifications for the interventions with the help of evidence.. You understand the principles of ergonomics and are able to apply them. You understand the basic principles of asepsis as part of nursing. You are able to apply ethical principles in nursing and understand their importance as part of professional encounters. You know how to deliver basic first aid.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Active lessons; online discussions, individual/group assignments; case-study; guided reading of literature, simulation exercise and independent study.

Lecturer(s)

Suleiman Kamau

Learning materials and recommended literature

Potter, P. A. & Perry A. G. 2015 Basic nursing. essentials for practice. St. Louis (MO): Mosby

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Emilia Lahdenperä, Floro Cubelo, Suleiman Kamau

Timing

31.08.2020 - 31.01.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Active lessons and exams 16h; assignments 18h; independent study 20h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
Assessment methods

Open Studies 5

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 2 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Medical nursing practice (SNZBW530-3002),
31.08.2020 – 21.05.2021, 12 cr (SNS19SG2) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Together with the multi-professional team, the student is able to share and utilize expertize, as well as plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients with public health problems. Student is able to:
-Observe, evaluate and support vital functions (breathing, circulation, life support)
-Maintain the fluid balance
-Perform basic clinical examinations
-Follow the principles of aseptic work and infection precautions
-Perform patient education by the means of motivational discussion
-Use basic clinical technologies taking into account patient safety
Student applies the values and principles of patient-centered care. Student utilizes nursing science and other supporting sciences in professional decision-making.
Student is able to take into account factors related to health promotion and patient safety. The student organizes work duties, workflows and decision-making and works in a systematic and goal-oriented manner.
Student masters the medical drug calculations.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the core concepts and principles of patient-centered care and has evidence-based knowledge on health promotion and preventive care aims, as well as methods of patient education focusing on health outcomes. Student understands the importance of multi-professional collaboration public health care. The student proves mastering of drug calculations before the practical training.

Course contents

imulations of clinical nursing interventions:

-Ensuring vital functions and life support
-Fluid balance, peripheral fluid therapy and medication
-Basic clinical examinations and result interpretation
-Principles of aseptic work
-Motivational discussion; supporting patients' resources
-Encountering threatening patients
-Basic clinical technologies

Clinical Examinations lectures
Drug calculations
Practical training in specialized or primary health care settings with domains of public health and/or internal medicine.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Pass (S): Together with the multi-professional team, the student proves ability to share and utilize expertize, as well as to plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients with public health problems.
The student is able to apply clinical nursing interventions
- Can observe, evaluate and support vital functions (breathing, circulation, life support)
- Can maintain the fluid balance
- Is able to perform basic clinical examinations
- Implements the principles of aseptic work
-Demonstrates skills in patient centered education by the means of motivational discussion
- Is able to use basic clinical technologies taking into account patient safety
- Masters the medical drug calculations

Student can apply the values and principles of patient-centered care and utilizes nursing science and other supporting sciences in professional decision-making. The student implements medical treatment safely under guidance and is able to analyze the challenges of his/her development. The student shows ability to organize work duties and workflows by following systematic and goal-oriented manner. The student encounters different customers/patients professionally.

Fail (skill labs): Student does not meet the learning outcomes of the course
Fail (professional practice): According to the criteria for failed professional practice in nursing education

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Simulations: independent preliminary learning
Lectures and course assignment for Clinical Examinations
Drug calculation workshop and exam
Practice tutoring discussions

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Learning materials and recommended literature

Hinkle, J. L. & Cheever, K. H. (eds). 2014. Brunner and Suddarths’ Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. 13th Edition. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer I Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. (relevant chapters)
NICE guidelines. Conditions and diseases
THL 2020. Chronic diseases
WHO 2020. Chronic diseases and health promotion

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Niilo Kuokkanen, Suleiman Kamau

Working life cooperation

Practical training in medical nursing placement

Timing

31.08.2020 - 21.05.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Simulations, examinations and drug calculations 70h
Independent learning 92h
Professional Practice 162h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG2
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 12 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Family nursing practice 1 (SNZCW700-3002),
31.08.2020 – 13.03.2021, 9 cr (SNS20SGU, ...) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student acts in empowering partnership with diverse families and children/adolescents within their communities. Student is able to implement the nursing process and culturally sensitive nursing care in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary networks using evidence-based decision making.
Student masters essential clinical health promotion and nursing interventions and methods, and administers medications safely. Student has basic knowledge about vaccinations and has the skills to perform vaccinations safely.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student has knowledge of promoting health of families and planning, implementing and evaluating family, pediatric and adolescent nursing.The student demonstrates mastering drug calculations before the practical training.

Course contents

Vaccination theory

Simulation practices:
Empowering culturally sensitive counseling of families
Assisting in emergency labour
Bathing and massaging a newborn
Assisting in breastfeeding
Growth and measuring of children
Testing child's hearing and vision
Small procedures in pediatric nursing care
Airway management and resuscitation of pediatric patients
Vaccinations

Drug calculations

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

The student demonstrates his/her ability to act in empowering partnership with diverse families and children/adolescents. Student is able to implement the nursing process and culturally sensitive nursing care in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary networks using evidence-based decision making with support.Student masters essential clinical and health promotion nursing interventions and methods, and administers medications safely. Student has basic knowledge about vaccinations and has the skills to perform vaccinations safely.

Fail (simulations): Student does not meet the learning outcomes of the course
Fail (professional practice): According to the criteria for failed professional practice in nursing education

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Face-to-face learning and distance learning

Lecturer(s)

Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Learning materials and recommended literature

Relevant guidelines
Current evidence based articles
Vaccination online course

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Niilo Kuokkanen, Riikka Sinivuo, Riina Sahlman, Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Working life cooperation

Practical training in units or organizations working with children/adolescents and/or their families. Practice assignment on ethical questions in family nursing.

Timing

31.08.2020 - 13.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Simulations and case study 49h
E-learning (vaccination) 27h
Drug calculations 5h
Professional practice 152h
Practice assignment 10h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SGU
- SNS19SG1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face, Online learning

Share of virtual studies

1 cr
Credits
- 9 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Communication Skills for Working Life (ZWPC0420-3003),
01.01.2021 – 12.03.2021, 3 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

By the end of the course, you should be able to
- articulate working definitions of communication;
- identify the key elements of modern communication models;
- correctly apply the standards and conventions of JAMK’s Project Reporting Instructions to a written report on an assigned topic; and
- deliver a stand-up presentation on an assigned topic.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Common Reference Level B2 (on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages scale) English skills in both writing and speaking, as well as sufficient ICT skills for working with basic video recording and editing tools and participating in online meetings (in the case of online implementations of this course).

Course contents

The principal contents of the course relate directly to the required assignments, which deal with
- the definition of communication,
- the conception and realization of a communication model,
- managing interpersonal relations and communication,
- the writing of a report conforming to the standards and conventions of JAMK’s Project Reporting Instructions, and
- development, rehearsal, and delivery of a stand-up presentation.

Other contents include supporting activities and smaller preparatory tasks designed to help you perform your best on the assignments listed above.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1. You complete all required assignments. Your actual performance in these assignments, however, is such that your understanding and learning are not demonstrated beyond the most basic requirements.

2. You complete all required assignments. In some instances, your performance is above the minimum expectations, but in others, it is not.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3. You complete all required assignments and, in most instances, your performance is consistently above the minimum expectations.

4. You complete all required assignments and your performance consistently meets or exceeds the stated expectations.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5. You complete all your assignments and they consistently demonstrate and advanced-level ability to internalize the given instruction and translate it into tangible results.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

This course requires weekly attendance on Fridays from 8.00 -10.30 on Zoom via a computer as you will sometimes be required to download documents and adjust them during the class. The weekly sessions are not lectures but an opportunity for you to be actively engaged with the material via small group discussions and activities. For this reason, the sessions will not be recorded.

Lecturer(s)

Diane Ruppert

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

01.01.2021 - 12.03.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- ZJA20SSNS
Assessment methods

Open Studies 5

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Integration into the Finnish Society (HBII1000-3001),
31.08.2020 – 18.12.2020, 2 cr (TLP20S1, ...) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

By completing this informative course you will gain information about living in Finland, its culture, habits and practices in order to be able to integrate to the society. You will understand how Finnish society functions and you will be capable of acting as a part of the society.

You will understand how to get employed in Finland. You will have a clear understanding of your own situation and a personal plan for integration to the society.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

-

Course contents

New in Finland
Studying and working in Finland
Possibilities after studies
The Finnish system
Life in Finland, part 1
Services in Finland
Life in Finland, part 2

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

Student passes the course by completing the items of assessment and joining the lectures.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

Autumn semester, at the main campus (Rajakatu 35). 1,5 hours per week. 15 sessions.

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Weekly face-to-face lectures, individual meetings and integration videos.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All course materials provided by the integration specialists

Lecturer(s)

Piia Hynynen

Campus

Main Campus

Timing

31.08.2020 - 18.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

2 ECTS equals to 54 hours of student workload.
Participation to individual meetings. Participation to lectures. Completion to necessary documentation for the meetings.

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- TLP20S1
- HBI19S1
- HBI20S1
- HTG20S1
- MTM20S1
- SNS20S1
Seats

10 - 99

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face, Online learning

Share of virtual studies

1 cr
Credits
- 2 cr
Unit

Liiketoimintayksikkö
Creating Careers (HBIETE02-3001),
31.08.2020 – 18.12.2020, 1 cr (HBI18S1, ...) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

After the course you are able to do the following:
- Recognize the practices and rules of Finnish working life
- Recognize one’s own skills and describe them to others
- Manage the job-seeking process from writing job applications to job interviews
- See entrepreneurship as an employment opportunity.

The achievement of those learning objectives may vary according to the lectures you select from the course program. The info sessions happen at Jyväskylä University but JAMK students are also welcome to join.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

No requirements for preliminary competence. The course is suitable as part of other optional studies for all international students.

Course contents

Better understanding of the mechanisms of modern working life and developing knowledge and skills required when searching for work. The course gives basic information on employment, search for work and working life. The themes of the lectures include, for example, the Finnish working culture, internship, employment and self-employment, writing of a CV and understanding your own competences. You can select lectures from the course program according to personal interests.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

You need to join the minimum amount of info sessions (to be defined later) and write a short reflection report on the topics.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Online lectures. Timetable provided by Anu Ojala, University of Jyväskylä. Send an e-mail to anu.m.ojala@jyu.fi to get into the course information at JYU.

Lecturer(s)

Piia Hynynen

Campus

Main Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

No exams. Just lectures and a personal written assignment.

Timing

31.08.2020 - 18.12.2020

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- HBI18S1
- HBI19S1
- HBI20S1
- HBI18K1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

1 cr
Credits
- 1 cr
Unit

Liiketoimintayksikkö
Family nursing practice 1 (SNZCW700-3004),
15.03.2021 – 23.05.2021, 9 cr (SNS19SG2) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student acts in empowering partnership with diverse families and children/adolescents within their communities. Student is able to implement the nursing process and culturally sensitive nursing care in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary networks using evidence-based decision making.
Student masters essential clinical health promotion and nursing interventions and methods, and administers medications safely. Student has basic knowledge about vaccinations and has the skills to perform vaccinations safely.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student has knowledge of promoting health of families and planning, implementing and evaluating family, pediatric and adolescent nursing.The student demonstrates mastering drug calculations before the practical training.

Course contents

Vaccination theory

Simulation practices:
Empowering culturally sensitive counseling of families
Assisting in emergency labour
Bathing and massaging a newborn
Assisting in breastfeeding
Growth and measuring of children
Testing child's hearing and vision
Small procedures in pediatric nursing care
Airway management and resuscitation of pediatric patients
Vaccinations

Drug calculations

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

The student demonstrates his/her ability to act in empowering partnership with diverse families and children/adolescents. Student is able to implement the nursing process and culturally sensitive nursing care in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary networks using evidence-based decision making with support.Student masters essential clinical and health promotion nursing interventions and methods, and administers medications safely. Student has basic knowledge about vaccinations and has the skills to perform vaccinations safely.

Fail (simulations): Student does not meet the learning outcomes of the course
Fail (professional practice): According to the criteria for failed professional practice in nursing education

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Face-to-face learning and distance learning

Lecturer(s)

Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Learning materials and recommended literature

Relevant guidelines
Current evidence based articles
Vaccination online course

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Riikka Sinivuo, Riina Sahlman, Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Working life cooperation

Practical training in units or organizations working with children/adolescents and/or their families. Practice assignment on ethical questions in family nursing.

Timing

15.03.2021 - 23.05.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Simulations and case study 49h
E-learning (vaccination) 27h
Drug calculations 5h
Professional practice 152h
Practice assignment 10h

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG2
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 9 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Cultural Nursing (SWNS2029-3003),
10.05.2021 – 18.06.2021, 3 cr (SAR20S1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose
This course introduces you to cultural effects on individuals, families and communities in every-day life and health care, as well as environmental risks for health and well-being.

Nursing competences
Guidance and interaction competence
Internationalization and communications competence

Learning outcomes:
You recognize cultural effects on individuals, families and communities in every-day life, communication and health beliefs and values. You have basic skills for operating in multicultural environment. You know cultural concepts related to health care context. You are able to plan evidence-based nursing care and counseling for patients and families from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally sensitive manner. You know about global environmental risks for health and well-being. You know the most common tropical diseases and basics of their nursing and medical care as well prevention of the illnesses.

Course contents

Basics of multicultural nursing theories
Basic concepts of multicultural nursing
Cross-cultural communication
Environmental health
Health related cultural beliefs and values
Tropical diseases

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1 Sufficient
You know about cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are familiar with cultural concepts related to health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being. You present your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases, their nursing and medical care and prevention. You demonstrate basic cross-cultural communication skills.

2 Satisfactory
You recognize cultural effects on people and societies and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You know cultural concepts related to health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being. You implement your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care considering these in the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate basic cross-cultural communication skills.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3 Good
You demonstrate your knowledge about cultural effects on people and societies and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

4 Very good
You demonstrate understanding cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to apply the understanding in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context fluently. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement comprehensive knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5 Excellent
You demonstrate understanding cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to apply the understanding in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context fluently. You demonstrate comprehensive evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being critically assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement excellent knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo, Suleiman Kamau

Timing

10.05.2021 - 18.06.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SAR20S1
- SAR20SM
- SNS20S1
Seats

0 - 25

Assessment methods

Avoin amk 5 opiskelijaa

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Future Factory project for nursing (ZN00BB61-3001),
15.03.2021 – 21.05.2021, 5 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student understands the importance of multidisciplinary and customer-oriented project work in working life oriented development, innovation and problem solving. He / she is capable of responsible work and interaction by utilizing and sharing his / her expertise. She applies project expertise and works on a wide range of workplace development projects.
He / she is able to evaluate the development of his / her skills and teamwork.

Course contents

Project expertise and multi-professional teamwork
Project planning and implementation
Customer Interface Working
Design thinking and user-oriented design tools
Deepening or broadening professional expertise

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

Criteria for acceptance are:
Students work responsibly and customer-oriented in a multidisciplinary project team.
Through their interaction and sharing of expertise, they promote workplace development projects. They apply innovation and project methods as part of their development work. They assess the development of their own skills and the activities of the project team.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

Will be informed when the course starts

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Lectures
Project work in groups
Project presentations in seminar

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Suleiman Kamau

Working life cooperation

Project work in collaboration with selected partners.

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

15.03.2021 - 21.05.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Lectures and case study 23h
Project work 112 hours

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20S1
Assessment methods

Open Studies 5

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
ICT Skills (ZZPP0420-3006),
31.08.2020 – 30.11.2020, 3 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The objectives of the course
Upon completion of this course you know how to use information and communication technology with your studies. You have a basic knowledge of immaterial rights, information security, data privacy and their impact on your studies and work life. You can use the office software such as word processing, presentation graphics and spreadsheet calculating diversely. You can participate and create network meeting and use the teamwork tools.

Course competences
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
Business competence

The learning objectives of the course
You have basic knowledge of immaterial rights, information security, data privacy and their impact on your studies and work life. You can use the office software such as word processing, presentation graphics and spreadsheet calculating diversely.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

-

Course contents

Key functions of word processing software to enable drawing up of documents conforming to document standard and reports conforming to the JUAS reporting instructions.
During the course you will complete the reporting template which you can then utilize later on in your other courses.
Spreadsheet software key operations, most common functions and charts and their practical usage.
Use of presentation graphics software and application of the skills to prepare a high-quality presentation. Controlling and editing the presentation by using the master slides.
Basic concepts of immaterial rights, information security and data privacy and their significance.
Teamwork and network communication tools provided by the organization.
The course may also include on a degree program specific basis other key information technology sectors required for field-specific skills.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

To pass this course you must demonstrate that you master the basic ICT skills at a level required by your studies and working life. You are also capable of improving your ICT skills. Your abilities are assessed based on the course assignments and tasks.

You have basic knowledge of immaterial rights, information security, data privacy and their impact on your studies and work life. You can use the office software such as word processing, presentation graphics and spreadsheet calculating diversely. You recognize and can use the teamwork and network communication tools your organization provides.

Further information

The course can be accredited if the previous course is completed in JUAS within the last 3 years. The excerpt of the study card must be included with the accreditation documents. The documents and the instructions are available in JUAS Study Guide.

If the student have no prior credits or degree directly from JUAS, the student will also create the JUAS reporting model in addition with the accreditation documents. Also the student will include a separate document formatted according to the SFS2487 standard document covering the description of the content of the previous ICT course/courses. This is done in order to verify the content of the previous course/courses.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

You study by using contact method but you try also an online learning.
The all methods and practices shall be provided during the first meeting of the course.

Lecturer(s)

Niilo Kuokkanen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Teaching materials are provided in the online learning environment. Materials include but are not limited to videos and links to MS Office Instructions.

Lecturer(s)

Niilo Kuokkanen

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

31.08.2020 - 30.11.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Contact lessons 14 hours
Online learning 2 hours
Course exercises 50 hours
Teamwork 15 hours
Total student workload 81 hours.

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- ZJA20SSNS
Assessment methods

Open Studies 5

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Liiketoimintayksikkö
Finnish 1 (ZWPC0820-3002),
31.08.2020 – 25.10.2020, 4 cr (SNS20SGU, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

You will learn the basics of Finnish phonetics and language structure (present tense verbs, sentence structure). You can use basic phrases and vocabulary in everyday situations (e.g. shopping, dining). You can tell about yourself, family and free time activities.

You will understand the most common words and phrases (greetings, numbers and simple questions about yourself) and make some basic questions and phrases.

Course contents

You will learn to
understand and use familiar everyday expressions
use very basic phrases
introduce yourself and others
ask and answer questions about personal details such as where you live, people you know and things you have.

You will study
the basics of Finnish phonetics and language structure
language learning strategies
the typical features of the Finnish culture and way of life.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1 – You understand the most common words and phrases (greetings, numbers and simple questions about yourself) and make some basic questions and phrases, but you need help and repetition.

2 – You understand the most common words and phrases (greetings, numbers and simple questions about yourself) and you make some basic questions and phrases.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3 – You know most of the basics of Finnish phonetics and language structure (present tense verbs, sentence structure). You understand basic phrases and vocabulary in familiar everyday situations (e.g. shopping, dining). You can tell about yourself, your family and free time activities.

4 – You know most of the basics of Finnish phonetics and language structure (present tense verbs, sentence structure). You can use basic phrases and vocabulary in familiar everyday situations (e.g. shopping, dining). You can tell about yourself, your family and free time activities.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5 – You know the basics of Finnish phonetics and language structure (present tense verbs, sentence structure). You communicate with basic phrases and vocabulary in familiar everyday situations (e.g. shopping, dining). You can have an elementary conversation about personal details.

Further information

For non-native Finnish speakers.
Also available for Open JAMK students.
This course cannot be completed through skills demonstration.

Language of instruction

Finnish

Location and time

As in schedule

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Online learning. Contact learning if possible (corona situation).

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Provided by teacher and degree programme

Lecturer(s)

Anu Mustonen, Sara Tuisku

Working life cooperation

-

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Agreed with students in the beginning of the course

Internationality

-

Timing

31.08.2020 - 25.10.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Online lectures 30h
Online and independent learning 70h
Exams 8h
Total 108 h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SGU
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20S1
Alternative learning methods

-

Assessment methods

Open Studies 5
Continuous feedback, self-evaluation

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Liiketoimintayksikkö
Clienthood and Service Systems in Social and Health Care (SWNS2013-3001),
31.08.2020 – 31.12.2020, 5 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose
In this course you will learn about the different customer relationships and service systems in the social and health field.

Learning outcomes of the course
Client competence in Health and Social care
Ethical competence in nursing

Learning outcomes in the course
After completing this course, you will be familiar with the changing system of services and legislation in the social and health sector. Identify your clients' individual needs in social and health services. You understand the concept of customer orientation and the importance of legislation that defines your status and rights. You understand the importance of inclusion and empowerment in social and health services

Course contents

Social and health service system
Key legislation and supervision governing social and health services
Importance of social and health services to individuals, communities and society
Legislation governing customer relationship and customer status
Customer orientation and individual needs in the social and health sector
Customer involvement and involvement in social and health services
Welfare Technology and Robotics in Social and Health Care Clients

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Sufficient 1
You are able to look at the social and health service system and the legislation related to services from a single point of view. You identify the needs of a particular group of clients in social and health services. You are able to define the concept of customer orientation in a narrow way and understand the importance of legislation that defines your status and rights. You can scarcely define the components of inclusion and engagement.

Satisfactory 2
You are able to look at the social and health service system and legislation related to services from two essential points of view. You can identify the needs of two or more client groups in social and health services. You understand the concept of customer orientation and are able to define it from at least two different angles. You understand the role of the customer and the importance of legislation that defines rights. You can define the components of inclusion and engagement more broadly.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

Good 3
You are able to look at the social and health service system and service legislation from several interrelated perspectives. You understand the concept of customer orientation and can look at it from more than few interrelated perspectives. You understand the significance of the legislation that defines the status and rights of patients and are able to view them from several interconnected perspectives. You can review at inclusion and active participation through examples.

Very good 4
In addition to the above, you will be able to look at customer orientation and the social and health service system from several key points of view and also highlight critical aspects that appear to be contradictory. However, you only look at the subject from one context. You will be able to demonstrate the importance of professional activity in supporting and delivering inclusion and active participation.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

Excellent 5
In addition to the above, you are able to look at the themes of the course from multiple angles and be able to draw conclusions from them. You can look at the subject from a broader societal perspectives.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Contact and distance learning
Lectures, discussions, workshops, independent studying

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Kari Vehmaskoski, Floro Cubelo

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

31.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
Assessment methods

Open Studies 5

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

5 cr
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Health Promotion (SWNS2015-3001),
01.01.2021 – 14.03.2021, 3 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course
In this course you will learn the basics of health promotion and guidance in nursing.

Competences of the course
Client competence in health and social care
Health promotion competence
Guidance and interaction competence

Learning outcomes of the course
You know the health promotion framework, principles and key concepts. You know the basic methods of health promotion guidance in nursing. You are aware of current health promotion recommendations globally and understand their importance in client-oriented guidance.

Course contents

National and international strategies for health promotion
Health promotion framework and key concepts
Ethics and principles of health promotion
Levels of health promotion (individual, community and society) and modes of action
The health and well-being of the population
Stages of change model
Working methods of guidance: speaking, motivational discussion, resource-based counseling, digital methods

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Sufficient 1
You can name the health promotion framework, principles and key concepts. You are able to describe the main methods of guidance in planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion. You are able to define current health promotion recommendations and understand their importance in customer-focused guidance.

Satisfactory 2
You can describe the health promotion framework, principles and key concepts. You are able to describe the main methods of guidance in planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion. You are able to interpret current health promotion recommendations and understand their importance in client-oriented counselling.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

Good 3
You are able to define the framework, principles and key concepts of health promotion. You are able to define the main methods of guidance in planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion. You are able to apply current health promotion recommendations and understand their importance in client oriented guidance.

Very good 4
You can illustrate the framework, principles and key concepts of health promotion. You are able to define and justify key methods of guidance in planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion. You can apply current health promotion recommendations and justify their importance in client oriented guidance.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

Excellent 5
You can demonstrate the framework, principles and key concepts of health promotion. You can define and evaluate key methods of guidance in the design, implementation and evaluation of health promotion. You are able to apply and analyze current health promotion recommendations and assess their importance in client-oriented guidance.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Contact learning - lectures and case study
Online lectures
Individual and group learning
Self evaluation & peer evaluation

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Learning materials and recommended literature

WHO 2020. Fact sheets.
UN 2020. Sustainable Development Goals
EuroHealthNet 2020. Health promotion practices in Europe.
Finnish National Institute for Healtyh and Welfare 2020. Health Promotion.
Scriven A., 2017. Ewles & Simnett's promoting health : a practical guide. Seventh edition. Edinburgh: Elsevier.
Kemppainen V, Tossavainen K, Turunen H (2013). Nurses' role in health promotion: an integrative review. Health Promotion International, Volume 28, Issue 4, 1 December 2013, Pages 490–501.

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

The exam schedule will be informed when the course starts.

Timing

01.01.2021 - 14.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Lectures 24h
Independent learning 47h
Group learning 10h

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- ZJA20SSNS
Alternative learning methods

For accreditation matters please contact the Head of the Degree Programme in Nursing.

Assessment methods

Open Studies 5

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face, Online learning

Share of virtual studies

1 cr
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Orientation Practice in Basics of Nursing (SWNS2017-3001),
31.08.2020 – 31.12.2020, 2 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course
In this unit, you will learn how to apply theories of nursing care and use of assistive technology in a simulation environment.

Competences of the course
Clinical competence
Learning and information management competence
Patient safety and quality assurance competence

Learning outcomes of the course
You practice nursing techniques while taking into account aseptics and ergonomics. You are able to meet the basic needs of patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds through safe nursing care methods. You familiarize yourself with methods of professional interaction with patients, while taking into account multiculturalism and other diversities.

Course contents

Aseptic working methods in nursing
Ergonomic patient handling techniques and assistive technologies
Patient hygiene needs and enabling patient autonomy
Measuring vital signs
Management of voiding and elimination
Basic nursing interventions in nutrition
Basic laboratory samples
Injections and drug therapy

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

Pass
You are able to interact with patients professionally. You are able to identify the patients' needs and respond to them through relevant and appropriate nursing interventions, while taking into account patient safety. You apply asepstics and ergonomics in nursing.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Contact learning: simulation practice in laboratory classroom
Skill test with peer evaluation

Lecturer(s)

Suleiman Kamau

Learning materials and recommended literature

Potter, P. A. & Perry A. G. 2015 Basic nursing. Essentials for practice. St. Louis (MO): Mosby

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Floro Cubelo, Suleiman Kamau

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

31.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Laboratory classes and skill test 48 h
Independent learning 8 h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- ZJA20SSNS
Assessment methods

Open Studies 5

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 2 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Pharmacotherapy (SWNS2019-3001),
31.08.2020 – 31.07.2021, 3 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course
After completing this course, you will know the basics of safe medication and the digital solutions for implementing medication.

Competences of the course
Clinical competence
Evidence based nursing and decision making competence
Patient safety and quality assurance competence

Learning outcomes of the course
You understand the responsibility of your professional role in medication.
You can correctly determine the doses of safe drug treatment.

Course contents

Basic concepts of medicine therapy
Formulations and routes of administration
The phases of the medicine in the body
Implementation of safe drug treatment including digital solutions
Medication follow-up
Access to medical databases
Medicinal quantities, prefixes, units, and variants thereof.
Logical and mathematical determination of doses.
Dosage of liquid and solid drugs.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

You know the basics of safe medication and understand the role of a nurse in delivering safe medication. You master medical calculations flawlessly.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Contact teaching
Independent virtual learning

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Learning materials and recommended literature

Potter, P.A & Perry, A.G. 2014. Basic nursing. Mosby. (detaild later)
Volans, G. N. & Wiseman, H. 2010. Drugs handbook. London : Palgrave Macmillan

Drug Calculations
Ogden, S.J. & Fluharty, L. 2016. Calculation of Drug Dosages: A Work Text, 10th Edition. ELSEVIER. ISBN-13: 978-0323310697. Or
Lapham, R. & Agar, H. 2009. Drug Calculations for Nurses. Noman.

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Niilo Kuokkanen

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

31.08.2020 - 31.07.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Basics of Pharmacotherapy 27h:
- contact teaching and examination 14h
- independent learning 13h

Drug Calculations 27 h
- contact teaching + Exam 14 h
- independent learning 13 h

Drug Calculations 27 h (during Medical Nursing course)

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
Assessment methods

Open Studies 5

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Basics of Nursing Practice (SWNSW201-3001),
15.03.2021 – 16.05.2021, 6 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course
In this practice, you will learn to meet the patient's needs and implement nursing interventions within actual care environments.

Competences of the course

Clinical competence
Guidance and interaction competence
Ethical nursing competence in nursing
Entrepreneurship, innovation and work community competence

Learning outcomes of the course

You are able to identify and holistically respond to a patient's basic needs through client-centred nursing approach and within a multi-professional team. You are able to professionally interact with diverse patients and clients. You design and implement evidence-based care in accordance with applicable legislation.

Course contents

Professional practice in long-term care and nursing home environments

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

Professional pactice will be assessed on a pass/fail basis according to separate practice evaluation criteria.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Professional practice

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Riikka Sinivuo, Suleiman Kamau

Working life cooperation

Professional practice in long-term care and nursing home environments

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

15.03.2021 - 16.05.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Professional practice and practice workshop 144h
Practice assignment 18h

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 6 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Gerontological Nursing (SWNS2023-3001),
11.01.2021 – 14.03.2021, 4 cr (ZJA20SSNS, ...) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course

This course will help you familiarize with the central concepts and theoretical knowledge of gerontological nursing. After completing the course, you will be familiar with the key changes related to healthy ageing and methods to promote health, functional capacity and quality of life in an individualised and client-centred approach. After completing the course, you will become more resource-oriented and have positive attitudes towards ageing and older people, both as individuals and as a valuable member of the family, community and society.

Course Competence
Evidence-based and decision-making competence
Client competence in health and social care
Ethical Competence in nursing
Internationalisation and communications competence

Learning Outcomes of the Course

After completing the course, you will be familiar with the key changes related to healthy ageing and the factors contributing to the health and functional ability of elderly patients. In addition, you are familiar with the global situation of aging. You can examine ageing based on available resources from different perspectives and understand the importance of promoting the health and functional ability of the older patient. You know the most common health conditions associated with ageing, its nursing interventions, ways to promote and prevent them and basic geriatric medications. You are able to seek evidence-based information related to gerontological nursing and follow the current discussion.

Course contents

Concepts of Gerontological Nursing
Older people, their family members and wider support networks as nursing clients
Ageing process and factors affecting it locally and globally
Assessment of health and functional ability and promotion in different settings
Memory disorders and ways to improve memory
Fundamental concepts in geriatric palliative and hospice care
Nursing role and competencies in the gerontological multiprofessional team
Basics of Pharmacotherapy for older people
Gerontechnology

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1- Sufficient

You can identify the ageing process and risks to health and functional ability. You will be familiar with the methods used to assess health and functional capacity and promote successful ageing. You will be familiar with older people's illnesses, nursing interventions to prevent and treat them, and the use of basics of pharmacotherapy for elderly people. You recognise the responsibility and role of nursing in the multiprofessional team and examine ethical issues related to gerontological nursing.

2- Satisfactory

You are able to define the ageing process and risks to health and functional ability. You will describe the methods used to assess health and functional capacity and promote successful ageing. You know the most common health conditions associated with ageing, the methods of preventing and treating them, and the basics of pharmacotherapy for the older people. You understand the responsibility and role of nursing in the multiprofessional team and discuss ethical issues related to gerontological nursing.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3- Good

You reflect on the ageing process and risks to health and functional ability from different perspectives. In your learning assignments, you will highlight correctly methods for assessing health and functional ability and promote successful ageing. You will be able to apply evidence-based knowledge of the most common health conditions associated with ageing, prevent and treat them while taking into consideration the characteristics of pharmacotherapy for the older people. You will understand the responsibility and role of nursing in the multiprofessional team and discuss ethical issues related to gerontological nursing.

4- Very good

In your learning assignments, you demonstrate that you are able to apply evidence-based information on ageing changes and risks to health and functional ability in different client scenarios. You apply a wide range of methods to assess health and functional capacity and promote successful ageing. You will be able to apply evidence-based knowledge of the most common health conditions associated with ageing, to prevent and treat them while taking into considerations the pharmacotherapy for the older people. You analyse the responsibility and role of nursing in the multiprofessional team from different perspectives and discuss ethical issues related to gerontological nursing. You will examine your own competence in the field of gerontological nursing.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5- Excellent

Through learning assignments, you analyse the ageing process and risks for health and functional ability from different perspectives. You critically evaluate the methods used to identify health and functional capacity and promote successful ageing. You will be able to apply evidence-based knowledge of the essential diseases of the elderly, to prevent and treat them in different client contexts, taking into account the distinct characteristics of pharmacotherapy for the older people. In the learning assignments, you demonstrate your understanding of the responsibility and role of nursing in multidisciplinary collaboration and analyse ethical issues related to gerontological nursing from different perspectives. You will be able to evaluate your competence and recognize your strengths and development challenges in gerontological nursing.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

contact lessons; online discussions, individual/group assignments; case-study; guided reading of literature and independent study.

Lecturer(s)

Suleiman Kamau

Learning materials and recommended literature

Ferraro, K. & Wilmoth, J. 2013. Gerontology : Perspectives and Issues (4th Edition). Springer Publishing Company. Available at: http://site.ebrary.com/lib/jypoly/detail.action?docID=10687051

Hirth V., ieland D., & Dever-Bumba M. 2011. Case-based geriatrics : a global approach. Available at: http://janet.amkit.fi/cgi-bin/Pwebrecon.cgi?BBID=224466

Anderson L. A.,Goodman R. A., Holtzman,D., Posner S. F. & Northridge M. E.(2012). Aging in the United States:Opportunities and Challenges for American. Journal of Public Health. Vol 102, No. 3 |

Zwijsen S. A., Niemeijer A. R. & Hertogh C. M.P.M. (2011). Ethics of using assistive technology in the care for community-dwelling elderly
people: An overview of the literature. Aging & Mental Health. Vol.15,No.4, 419–427

Chen K. & Chan, A. H. (2013) Use or Non-Use of Gerontechnology—A Qualitative Study. Int. J. Environ. Res. 10, 4645-4666;

Other relevant evidence-based material recommended by the lecturer in charge

Lecturer(s)

Sirpa Sandelin, Suleiman Kamau

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

11.01.2021 - 14.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Active lessons 12h E-learning 12h Individual and group assignments 18h ICF framework_14h Independent study 24h OPTION

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20SG2
Assessment methods

Open Studies 5
Exchange student 3

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

4 cr
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Swedish for Working Life (ZWPC0300-3001),
31.08.2020 – 23.10.2020, 4 cr (SNS19S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students
- are able to assess their language skills and have motivation to further their skills and ways of learning based on the principles of life-long learning
- can perform in Swedish in their central work duties and in the communication and interaction situations of working life
- can manage international work tasks and interactive situations in Swedish
- act responsibly and abide by established agreements (not translated)

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Level B1 in the European Frame of Reference. (not translated)

Course contents

- central field-specific concepts
- applying for a job
- oral communication in working life
- understanding and producing formal written Swedish
- a field-specific, advanced part (1-2 credits) carried out as part of the course (e.g. a project, independent familiarization with working life, compiling a portfolio on working-life-related language material) (not translated)

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

5 The students are able to communicate with great fluency and active participation in a wide variety of situations. They also portray considerable versatility and an appropriate sense of style in their ability to apply the learning content of the course to demanding working life situations. They have no difficulties in understanding different kinds of language users although fine nuances and speech deviating significantly from standard language can sometimes be challenging. The students can understand and produce demanding content in both speech and writing. Their language use is practically flawless. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.
4 The students are able to communicate fluently in different situations and produce clear and fluent language with adequate style. They have no difficulty in understanding and producing speech and writing needed in working life although expressions deviating from the standard use of the language cause problems to some extent. The students have a good command of the language and its use, but occasional problems may arise. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.
3 The students can manage well both oral and written situations in working life and every-day life. The students can write a text with coherent content. They understand speech with a normal tempo, but unusual topics and language deviating from standard use cause difficulties. They can understand demanding written content related to their own field, although some details may remain unclear. They can use the grammatical structures of the language in a versatile way, and their mistakes do not hinder communication. The students’ command of the vocabulary of the language is sufficient for communicating the central content even in demanding tasks and situations. Their pronunciation is adequate. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.
2 The students are able to communicate understandably both orally an in writing in routine and familiar work duties and situations although their language use is at times slow and incoherent. They understand clear speech and writing with familiar content. They have an adequate command of the basic structures of the language. Their vocabulary is sufficient for every-day situations and reasonably adequate for basic field-specific situations. The level of their pronunciation is sufficient for the delivery of content. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.
1 The students are able to communicate understandably both in speech and writing in simple and routine work tasks and other situations. They can understand the central content of speech and writing dealing with familiar topics. They have a sufficient command of the basic structures of the language for the delivery of their message. The level of their pronunciation is sufficient for the delivery of the main content of their message. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.
Fail The students’ performance is not in accordance with the requirements of the learning tasks and /or does not reach level 1.
Please note! Oral and written language skills are assessed separately. (not translated)

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

The course begins week 37/2020 and ends week 44/2020.
Meetings at Lutakko campus.

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

In the face-to-face learning implementation, you do both independent and pre-structured oral and written exercises provided by the teacher. You also work in groups. Depending on the implementation, face-to-face learning includes oral and written assignments and exercises which are assessed and commented by the teacher in speech or writing. In addition to this, the course includes an oral presentation or workshop which is usually done in groups. You will also have a written and oral exam in the course. 80% attendance is required in face-to-face learning.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Teacher’s material will be used on the course. Support material is provided by the teacher during the course if needed.

Lecturer(s)

Susanna Kananoja

Working life cooperation

-

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Exams week 44/2020 in Zoom. More detailed information at the beginning of the course.
Time for Oral exam re-sit: contact the teacher.
Time for Written exam re-sit: kielikeskus exam day.
One needs to take the re-sit exams during the spring semester 2021.

Internationality

-

Timing

31.08.2020 - 23.10.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

- face-to-face learning in face-to-face implementation 30 - 40 h
- face-to-face learning in face-to-face and distance learning implementation 0 - 20 h
- online meetings in distance learning implementation 0 - 10 h
- studying of material, exercises, learning assignments, and oral group work in face-to-face learning implementation 40 - 50 h
- studying of material, exercises, learning assignments, and oral group work in face-to-face and distance learning and distance learning implementation 70 - 80 h
- preparing for exams 5 - 10 h
Total 108 hours (one credit equals 27 hours of student work)

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020

Content scheduling

-
Groups
- SNS19S1
Alternative learning methods

-

Assessment methods

Your oral and written language skills are assessed separately (grading scale 0 - 5).
The assessment is based on continuous assessment and feedback, learning assignments, oral group work, and oral and written exam(s).

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Pediatric nursing (SNZC1520-3001),
31.08.2020 – 23.10.2020, 3 cr (SNS20SGU, ...) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student recognizes children´s developmental stage and is prepared to work with them in cooperation with their families in ethical and family-centered manner.
Student is able to analyze and apply their knowledge of promoting health and safety of children and adolescents. Student knows the most common pediatric health problems and the basics of their nursing and medical care. Student has the ability to plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based culturally sensitive nursing care for pediatric patients and their families.
Student understands the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescents and factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the basic knowledge and interventions of health promotion, preventive nursing and public health nursing.Student is familiar with the stages of human growth and development (physical, psychosocial and cognitive)and human life span.

Course contents

Nursing care of the most common acute and chronic pediatric illnesses
Global pediatric and adolescent health problems
Supporting normal growth and development
Basics of pediatrics and pediatric pharmacology
Basics of nursing care of disabled children
Supporting mental health and well being of children, adolescents and their families
Safe family environment and maltreatment

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Excellent (5):

The student demonstrates his/her comprehensive and extensive knowledge in promoting health and safety of children and adolescents implementing nursing process in a culturally sensitive and ethical manner. The student masters extensive knowledge of basic pediatrics and related pharmacology critically analyzing and applying the knowledge. The student is able to solve the learning tasks of pediatric and adolescent nursing using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge extensively in a developing manner.

Student shows holistic understanding of the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescent and factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Very good (4)
The student demonstrates his/her comprehensive knowledge in promoting health and safety of children and adolescents implementing nursing process in a culturally sensitive and ethical manner. The student masters comprehensive knowledge of basic pediatrics and related pharmacology critically analyzing and applying the knowledge. The student is able to solve the learning tasks of pediatric and adolescent nursing using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge extensively in a developing manner.

Student shows holistic understanding of the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescent and factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Good (3)

The student demonstrates his/her relevant knowledge of promoting health and safety of children adolescents implementing nursing process in ethical manner considering cultural sensitivity. The student masters basic knowledge of pediatrics and related pharmacology analyzing and applying the knowledge. The student is able to solve the learning tasks of pediatric and adolescent nursing using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge in a developing manner.

Student shows understanding of the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescent and recognizes the factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Satisfactory (2)

The student demonstrates his/her sufficient knowledge of promoting health and safety of children and adolescents implementing nursing process in ethical manner recognizing cultural aspects. The student masters partially the basic knowledge of pediatrics and related pharmacology. The student is able to solve the learning tasks of pediatric and adolescent nursing using evidence-based knowledge

Student recognizes the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescent and is able to list the common factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Sufficient (1)

The student demonstrates his/her meager knowledge of promoting health and safety of children and adolescents implementing nursing process in ethical manner. The student masters partially the basic knowledge of pediatrics and related pharmacology. The student is able to solve the learning tasks of pediatric and adolescent nursing partially or inadequately.

Student recognizes the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescent and is able to list some factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Failed (0)
The student does not meet the learning outcomes of the course.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Active lessons
Independent learning
Online learning

Lecturer(s)

Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Learning materials and recommended literature

Potts N & Mandleco B. 2012. Pediatric Nursing: Caring for Children and Their Families,
3rd Edition (e-book)
Evidence based current articles
Relevant guidelines

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Riikka Sinivuo, Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Will be informed in course info.

Timing

31.08.2020 - 23.10.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Total of 81h:
Active lessons and seminars 28h
Group work 12h
Online learning 27h
Independent work 14h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SGU
- SNS19SG1
Alternative learning methods

Accreditation possible, contact the head of degree programme.

Assessment methods

Exchange student 4

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

3 cr
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Family and community nursing (SNZC1530-3001),
31.08.2020 – 23.10.2020, 3 cr (SNS19S1, ...) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student has knowledge of promoting family health in different stages of life, recognizing and considering variety within families. Student is able to plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based culturally sensitive family nursing care. Student is able to apply the knowledge of sexual- and reproductive health in family nursing. Student understands the effect of community on an individual and family, and is able to assess environmental risks in the community.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the basic knowledge and interventions of health promotion, preventive nursing and public health nursing. Student is familiar with the stages of human growth and development (physical, psychosocial and cognitive)and human life span.

Course contents

Different concepts of families.
Culturally sensitive family health promotion and health-supporting networks.
Family nursing process.
Basics of community nursing
Womens’ health and maternity care, supporting paternity.
Basics of gynecology.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Outstanding (5)
The student demonstrates his/her comprehensive and extensive knowledge in promoting health in families and communities, implementing family nursing process in a culturally sensitive manner. The student masters extensive knowledge of basics of sexual- and reproductive health. S/he is able to critically analyze his/her knowledge base showing creative thinking. The student is able to solve the learning assignments using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge extensively in a developing manner.

Excellent (4)
The student demonstrates his/her comprehensive knowledge of promoting health in families and communities, implementing family nursing process in a culturally sensitive manner. The student masters comprehensive knowledge of basics of sexual- and reproductive health. S/he is able to critically analyze his/her knowledge base. The student is able to solve the learning assignments using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge extensively in a developing manner.

Good (3)
The student demonstrates his/her basic knowledge of promoting health in families and communities, implementing family nursing process considering cultural sensitivity. The student masters basic knowledge of sexual- and reproductive health. S/he is able to analyze his/her knowledge base. The student is able to solve the learning assignments using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge in a developing manner.

Satisfactory(2)
The student demonstrates his/her sufficient knowledge of promoting health in families and communities and implementing family nursing process recognizing cultural aspects. The student masters partially the basic knowledge of sexual- and reproductive health. S/he is able to analyze his/her knowledge base. The student is able to solve the learning assignments using evidence-based knowledge.

Poor (1)
The student demonstrates his/her meager knowledge of promoting health in families and communities,implementing family nursing process. The student masters partially the basic knowledge of sexual- and reproductive health. S/he analyzes his/her knowledge base inadequately. The student is able to solve the learning assignments.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Active lectures, case-work, exams, independent studies, portfolio.

Lecturer(s)

Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Learning materials and recommended literature

Jordan R. Marfell J, Engstrom J, Farley C. 2014. Prenatal and postnaltal care: a woman-centered approach. (e-book)
Harmon Hanson SM, Gedaly-Duff V, Rowe-Kaakinen J. 2010. Family Health Care Nursing. (e-book)
Maurer F & Smith C. 2012. Community/Public Health Nursing Practice: Health for Families and Populations, 5th Edition. (e-book)
Hogan MA,Wellever J, Ricci MJ. 2018. Community Health Nursing (e-book)
Evidence based current articles
Relevant nursing guidelines

Lecturer(s)

Riina Sahlman, Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

31.08.2020 - 23.10.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Lectures and exams 38 hours
Portfolio 27 hours
Independent studies 16 hours

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS19S1
- SNS20SGU
Assessment methods

Exchange student 4

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

3 cr
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Medical Nursing Practice (SNZBW510-3001),
01.08.2020 – 31.12.2020, 12 cr (SNS18S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Together with the multi-professional team, the student is able to share and utilize expertize, as well as plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients with public health problems. Student is able to:
-Observe, evaluate and support vital functions (breathing, circulation, life support)
-Maintain the fluid balance
-Perform basic clinical examinations
-Follow the principles of aseptic work and infection precautions
-Perform patient education by the means of motivational discussion
-Use basic clinical technologies taking into account patient safety
Student applies the values and principles of patient-centered care. Student utilizes nursing science and other supporting sciences in professional decision-making.
Student is able to take into account factors related to health promotion and patient safety. The student organizes work duties, workflows and decision-making and works in a systematic and goal-oriented manner.
Student masters the medical drug calculations.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the core concepts and principles of patient-centered care and has evidence-based knowledge on health promotion and preventive care aims, as well as methods of patient education focusing on health outcomes. Student understands the importance of multi-professional collaboration public health care. The student proves mastering of drug calculations before the practical training.

Course contents

Simulations of clinical nursing interventions:

-Ensuring vital functions and life support
-Fluid balance, peripheral fluid therapy and medication
-Basic clinical examinations and result interpretation
-Principles of aseptic work
-Motivational discussion; supporting patients' resources
-Encountering threatening patients
-Basic clinical technologies

Clinical Examinations lectures
Drug calculations
Practical training in specialized or primary health care settings with domains of public health and/or internal medicine.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Pass (S): Together with the multi-professional team, the student proves ability to share and utilize expertize, as well as to plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients with public health problems.
The student is able to apply clinical nursing interventions
- Can observe, evaluate and support vital functions (breathing, circulation, life support)
- Can maintain the fluid balance
- Is able to perform basic clinical examinations
- Implements the principles of aseptic work
-Demonstrates skills in patient centered education by the means of motivational discussion
- Is able to use basic clinical technologies taking into account patient safety
- Masters the medical drug calculations

Student can apply the values and principles of patient-centered care and utilizes nursing science and other supporting sciences in professional decision-making. The student implements medical treatment safely under guidance and is able to analyze the challenges of his/her development. The student shows ability to organize work duties and workflows by following systematic and goal-oriented manner. The student encounters different customers/patients professionally.

Fail (skill labs): Student does not meet the learning outcomes of the course
Fail (professional practice): According to the criteria for failed professional practice in nursing education

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Simulations: independent preliminary learning
Lectures and course assignment for Clinical Examinations
Drug calculation workshop and exam
Practice tutoring discussions

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Learning materials and recommended literature

Hinkle, J. L. & Cheever, K. H. (eds). 2014. Brunner and Suddarths’ Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. 13th Edition. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer I Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. (relevant chapters)
NICE guidelines. Conditions and diseases
THL 2020. Chronic diseases
WHO 2020. Chronic diseases and health promotion

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Working life cooperation

Practical training in medical care settings

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Simulations, examinations and drug calculations 87h
Independent learning 75h
Professional Practice 162h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS18S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 12 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Family Nursing Practice 2 (SNZCW510-3002),
01.08.2020 – 31.12.2020, 6 cr (SNS18S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is able to support and promote health and functional abilities of individuals and diverse families in a home-like environment. Student plans, implements and assesses safe and culturally sensitive nursing care of various groups of clients with various illnesses. Student uses evidence-based knowledge and takes responsibility of their actions and the consequences.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student has knowledge for promoting health and functional abilities of individuals and diverse families as well as planning, implementing and assessing nursing care in culturally sensitive manner.

Course contents

Practice in a home-like environment

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Student acts ethically, respecting the autonomy and integrity of diverse clients. Student applies principles of patient safety in nursing care in a home-like environment. Student plans, implements and evaluates culturally sensitive nursing care in co-operation with the client and their families supported by the mentor and using evidence-based knowledge. Student is able to draw a care plan and document the care using the principles of documentation. Student assesses client's health and functional abilities using valid measurements and recognizes deficiencies and environmental risks. Student presents preventive measures following client oriented and health promoting nursing care and guides clients in using relevant services. Student knows essential nursing interventions and safe use of care tools in a home-like environment. Student implements, assesses, and guides safe medical care with the client and multidisciplinary team. Student plans and organizes their work in initiative co-operation with other people participating in client's care following the rules of the work place. Student evaluates their skills and operation of the workplace constructively presenting both strengths and developing challenges.
Fail
Practice is failed, if the student does not reach the minimum requirements of passed practice.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

2nd-3rd year, 1st-2nd semester
Outpatient home care unit / Enhanced service housing / Standard service housing

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Practice in a home-like environment and reflective learning diary

Lecturer(s)

Irmeli Matilainen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Nursing clinical practice guidelines
Current Care guidelines
Current other material

Lecturer(s)

Irmeli Matilainen

Working life cooperation

Practice in a home-like environment 152h

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

-

Internationality

-

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Passed practice 152h
Passed reflectice learning diary 10h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020

Content scheduling

Passed practice 152h
Passed reflectice learning diary 10h
Groups
- SNS18S1
Alternative learning methods

-

Seats

0 - 40

Assessment methods

Further information: Irmeli.Matilainen@jamk.fi

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 6 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Clinical Decision Making in Nursing (SNZD1500-3002),
08.01.2021 – 26.03.2021, 4 cr (SNS18S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is able to apply critical thinking skills and make independent and evidence based decisions as a nursing professional in evaluating the client`s need for care, performing nursing duties and in guidance of follow-up care. She/he makes use of multi-professional team bearing also in mind the ethical principles of nursing. Student is able to carry out actions, that facilitate seeking the most beneficial outcomes for the health objectives of a client, family and community in their cultural context. Student encounters the client as active participant and uses suitable client-centered counseling and guidance methods. The learning outcomes are accomplished in each student’s own area of expertise. The language skills of each student affect to the selection of the area of expertise.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters client-centered care, main concepts and methods in social and healthcare environment, being familiar with the aims and nursing methods that will promote client`s health and functioning. Student is able to utilize evidence based knowledge in nursing decision making. Student masters methods in clinical examination of a patient and is able to determine the need for nursing care.

Course contents

Evaluating the need and urgency for care and making necessary conclusions. Follow-up care, treatment and guidance. Evidence based practice in care. Prevention of diseases, evaluation of health risks. Guidance of health services, group and individual counseling. Ethical decision-making. Medication guidance and jurispurence, consultation of other professionals.
Student masters medical calculations.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

(5)
Student possesses deep knowledge in evidence based planning, implementation and evaluation in nursing. Student masters care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of the rehabilitative and health promotive care. Students learning assignments indicate deep reflection, comparison and evaluation of information from diverse aspects. Student utilizes versatile references. In written assignments, the student is able to use JAMK´s written instructions.
(4)
Student possesses good knowledge in evidence based planning, implementation and evaluation in nursing. Student masters care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of the rehabilitative and health promotive care. Students learning assignments indicate reflection, comparison and evaluation of information from diverse aspects. Student utilizes relevant references. In written assignments, the student is able to use JAMK´s written instructions.
(3)
Student possesses knowledge in evidence based planning, implementation and evaluation in nursing. Student masters care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of the rehabilitative and health promotive care. Students learning assignments indicate reflection, comparison and evaluation of information from some aspects. Student utilizes relevant references. In written assignments, the student is able to use JAMK´s written instructions.
(2)
Student possesses basic knowledge in evidence based planning, implementation and evaluation in nursing. Student understands care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of the rehabilitative and health promotive care. Students learning assignments indicate reflection, comparison and evaluation of information from few aspects. Student utilizes references. In written assignments, the student is mainly able to use JAMK´s written instructions.
(1)
Student possesses basic knowledge in evidence based planning, implementation and evaluation in nursing. Student understands care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of the rehabilitative and health promotive care. Student utilizes references in assignments. In written assignments, the student is partly able to use JAMK´s written instructions.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Lectures
Case studies,
E-learning
Flipped classroom
Independent study

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Learning materials and recommended literature

Hotus Nursing research foundation recommendations
NICE guidelines
WHO Health topics and 2020 Policy
EBM guidelines and recommendations
National Institute for health and social services web pages (THL)
Ministry of social affairs and health: health and social services in Finland (STM)
Jasper, M., Rosser, M., Mooney, G.P., Koubel, G. & Elliott, l. 2013. Professional development, reflection and decision-making in nursing and health care. Chichester, West Sussex, U.K. : Wiley-Blackwell , 2013. Available as electronic publication.

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Marina Hirjaba, Riikka Sinivuo

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Will be informed in course info.

Timing

08.01.2021 - 26.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Contact teaching 40 hours
E-learning 27 hours
Independent study 41 hours

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS18S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Clinical Examination and Assessment of the Care (SNZDW500-3002),
08.01.2021 – 26.03.2021, 5 cr (SNS18S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student masters holistic and culturally sensitive clinical examination and assessment of a client recognizing pathological changes in human bodily functions.
Student is able to make a nursing diagnosis, plan treatment and implement appropriate care using clinical decision making skills and consulting medical profession and other professionals as and when needed.
Student encounters the client as an active participator and utilizes appropriate client centered guidance methods in health related questions making use of technology.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the basic concepts and methods of health care clienthood and clinical nursing in social and healthcare environment. Student recognizes the aims, methods and principles of promoting health and functional ability of client in client centered manner. Student is able to utilize evidence based knowledge in nursing decision making.

Course contents

History taking of the patient. Basics of examination of the heart and circulatory system, ENT system and lungs, eyes and abdominal area. The basics of neurological, psychiatric and musculoskeletal inspection. Recognizing infectious diseases and treating minor traumas. Follow-up care and patient guidance in long-term diseases. Triage skills and patient guidance on care and services available. Assessing the need for care using different communication channels. Patient guidance in medication enforcing the patients skills and knowledge to self-care.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Pass:
Student is able to utilize evidence based information in making decisions in nursing. Student recognizes the responsibility and benefit of nursing in multiprofessional team and in social and healthcare services. Student reflects the ethical issues in nurse’s appointments and is able to present ideas for improvement. Student reflects own choices in assignments critically and analytically utilizing relevant, evidence based and multiprofessional knowledge.
Student is able to do patient assessment based on patient anamnesis and adequate examinations. Student can do a thorough physical examination utilizing appropriate medical equipment safely.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Contact teaching: theory lectures and skill labs
Independent learning

Lecturer(s)

Jaana Perttunen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Bickley, L. Bates’ Guide to Physical Examination & History Taking.
Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins. 10th (or newer) edition.
Pages: 3-41, 65-105, 303-340, 343-412, 449-504, 625-704, 711-793.

Supplementary material:
Bickley, L. & Prabhu, F. Case Studies to Accompany Bates' Guide to Physical Examination & History Taking
Material in the work space

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Jaana Perttunen, Janne Alenius, Sinikka Holma

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Information in the work space

Timing

08.01.2021 - 26.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Contact teaching 54h (2cr)
Independent learning 81h (3cr)

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS18S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Advanced Nursing Practice 1 (SNZDW510-3001),
15.03.2021 – 20.06.2021, 6 cr (SNS18S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is able to assess the clients need and urgency for care. He/she develops advanced skills in interviewing and observing the client/patient whilst performing clinical examination and is able to draw conclusions based on the information gained. Student acts in cooperation with client/patient understanding his/her limits in accordance with the legal and professional conduct regulations. Student is able to communicate with, interact and consult other experts involved in patient care. Student observes and analyzes long-term diseases and give patient-centered education with different methods utilizing technology in follow up care. Student masters the most common examinations and procedures performed at outpatient clinics.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the client centeredness and the main concepts and methods in social and healthcare. Student interprets the aims and methods of health and functioning promoting nursing. Student utilizes evidence based knowledge in nursing decision making.

Course contents

Practical training in nurses´ receptions, outpatient clinics,other reception clinics, projects or NGOs 162 hours

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Passed (S):
Student:
Is able to work according to ethical principles, considering patient safety and patients self determination
Plans, implements and evaluates nursing together with client and his/her family utilizing multidisciplinary evidence based information
Masters the most common examinations and procedures safely
Implements safe medical care
Is able to follow up long term diseases
Is able to communicate and document according to law
Implements health promotive patient education utilizing appropriate materials
Acts according to rules of the practical placement, takes initiative, is cooperative
Evaluates his/her own actions critically and is able to give suggestion for development

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Marina Hirjaba, Riikka Sinivuo

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

15.03.2021 - 20.06.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS18S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 6 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Advanced Nursing Practice 2 (SNZDW520-3001),
16.03.2021 – 20.06.2021, 15 cr (SNS18S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student utilizes evidence based knowledge in decision making in chosen field of nursing, bearing in mind the ethical principles of nursing. Student shows ability to continuously and critically evaluate and develop her/his knowledge and skills in clinical nursing and accepts and takes responsibility for life-long learning and continuous professional development. Student masters the main clinical interventions in his/her chosen field of nursing and is able to safely utilize technology in care. Student is able to empower clients in health care to actively participate in decision making and promoting their own health.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the client-centered care and main concepts and methods in social and healthcare environment. Student masters the aims and methods of nursing that promotes client`s health and functioning. Student is able to utilize evidence based knowledge in nursing decision making. Student masters methods of clinical examination of a patient and is able to determine the need and urgency of care.

Course contents

Practical training in the chosen field of nursing (acute-medical-surgical).

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Passed (S)
Student has advanced knowledge and skills in his/her own field of nursing. Student is able to develop his/her own field of nursing with relevant methods critically. Student can evaluate his/her own skills and knowledge deeply. Student can evaluate the knowledge of his/her own field critically and innovatively. Student utilizes various information seeking technologies in retrieving, forming and communicating new knowledge in his/her own field of nursing. Student masters ethical situations utilizing innovative problem solving skills. Student masters the most common clinical interventions from his/her own expertise area applying technology to nursing. Student acts skillfully, is client oriented and culturally aware in multiprofessional teams.

Failed
The criteria for passed practice are failed.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Practical training
Practice assignments

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Learning materials and recommended literature

Material recommended by the course teacher.

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Riikka Sinivuo

Working life cooperation

Practical training in the chosen field of nursing (acute-medical-surgical)

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

16.03.2021 - 20.06.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

405 hours

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS18S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 15 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Bachelor's Thesis Part 2 (SWZO1510-3001),
01.08.2020 – 31.07.2021, 10 cr (SNS18S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student is able to implement a research or development project that benefits working life, his/her own field of study or professional development independently, responsibly and within a cooperative network. He/she knows how to communicate his/her work at different stages clearly, correctly and graphically to a peer and other audiences. He/she knows how to report the results of his/her work, evaluate them and bring forth suggestions for development in an appropriate manner in writing, orally and visually.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Sufficient familiarity with one's own professional field and research and development methods. The student has successfully compiled an approved thesis plan and theoretical framework.

Course contents

Realization/production of the thesis
Reporting of the thesis
Written, verbal or visual disclosure of the thesis results and their publication within a community of experts
Evaluation of the thesis work process

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

The course is evaluated as Pass (S)/Fail (0).
Pass (S)
The student:
• implements working life, field-specific or professional knowledge from a useful research & development project independently, responsibly and in cooperation with others
• knows how to process and critically evaluate information, theories, concepts, methods and principles from his/her own field
• knows how to report the results of his/her work, evaluate them and bring forth suggestions for development in an appropriate manner in writing, orally and visually
• knows how to communicate his/her work at different stages clearly, rationally and graphically to a peer and other audiences
• is able to evaluate and develop his/her own knowledge and readiness for continuous learning

The thesis is evaluated summatively following its completion and presentation, on a five-point scale according to thesis-specific criteria: 5 (Excellent), 4 (Very good), 3 (Good), 2 (Satisfactory) and 1 (Adequate). The evaluation criteria for the thesis are published on the jamk.fi/en Web site.

Assessment methods are based on learning objectives. Assessment is qualitative, based on a criteria and the student's self-assessment plays an important role in it.

The learning outcomes of individual courses are assessed in relation to the objectives of the course concerned. Unless otherwise defined in the curriculum, a course accepted as completed is assessed either on the following five-step scale: 5 (Excellent), 4 (Very Good), 3 (Good), 2 (Satisfactory), 1 (Sufficient) or it is graded as Pass/Fail, marked as “S (Pass)” and “0 (Fail)”.
If the student does not meet the minimum criteria set for the course, the grade is 0 (Fail).

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Marjo Palovaara

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Marina Hirjaba, Riikka Sinivuo, Marjo Palovaara, Suleiman Kamau

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.07.2021

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS18S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 10 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Basics of Medicin in Public Health (SWZZ1520-3002),
03.08.2020 – 31.12.2020, 3 cr (SNS19S1) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student demonstrates knowledge in different public health problems from the medical aspect. Student understands the variety of factors that affect the functional ability of patients. Student shows basic knowledge for evidence-based problem-solving in the care patients with public health problems.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

1st semester nursing studies

Course contents

The main types of common global and national public health problems, and their risk factors.
Basics of medical diagnosis and examinations in common internal diseases and psychiatric diseases.
Basics of medical treatment of customers with common internal diseases and psychiatric diseases.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Excellent (5):
Student demonstrates relevant and extensive knowledge of various public health problems, and factors affecting sickness and health in public health and psychiatry. Student has excellent knowledge for evidence-based problem-solving in the care patients with public health problems.

Very good (4):
Student demonstrates very good and relevant knowledge of various public health problems, and factors affecting sickness and health in public health and psychiatry. Student has very good knowledge for evidence-based problem-solving in the care patients with public health problems.

Good (3):
Student demonstrates good and relevant knowledge of various public health problems, and factors affecting sickness and health in public health and psychiatry. Student has good knowledge for evidence-based problem-solving in the care patients with public health problems.

Satisfactory (2):
Student demonstrates basic relevant knowledge of most important public health problems, and factors affecting sickness and health in public health and psychiatry. Student has satisfactory knowledge for evidence-based problem-solving in the care patients with public health problems.

Sufficient (1):
Student demonstrates basic relevant knowledge of most important public health problems, and is able to list factors affecting sickness and health in public health and psychiatry. Student has sufficient knowledge for evidence-based problem-solving in the care patients with public health problems.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

Online

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Independent learning
Online exam

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki

Learning materials and recommended literature

Online lectures and material

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Marina Hirjaba

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

The exam dates will be informed at the beginning of the course.

Timing

03.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Online lectures 21h
Independent learning 60h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS19S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

3 cr
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Advanced Medical Studies (SNZA1510-3002),
26.10.2020 – 18.12.2020, 3 cr (SNS19SG2) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student understands the etiology of surgical deseases and the principle of care. Student is familiar with anesthesiological methods in surgical process and pain management. Student is acquinted with acute medicine in nursing care.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

The compentence of public health medicine

Course contents

Surgery, anesthesiology, acute medicine

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

5 Student has excellent knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
4 Student has deep knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
3 Student has good knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
2 Student has satisfactory knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
1 Student has sufficient knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
0 Student has great difficulties in knowledge and understanding in the field of the course

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Independent learning

Lecturer(s)

Sinikka Holma

Learning materials and recommended literature

50% surgery, 50% anesthesiology
Video-lectures

Lecturer(s)

Sinikka Holma

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Will be informed in course info

Timing

26.10.2020 - 18.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

3ects x 27h= 81h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020

Content scheduling

Connected with Acute and Perioperative course
Groups
- SNS19SG2
Alternative learning methods

Accreditation possible, contact Head of Nursing degree program

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

3 cr
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Clinical Pharmacology (SNZA1520-3002),
01.08.2020 – 31.07.2021, 4 cr (SNS19S1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student understands the phases and effects of medicine in human body. Student masters the basics of the most ordinary medicines. Student knows where the effect of the medicine is based in and what kind of side effects are involved.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the basics of clienthood and the environment of social and healthcare, the main concepts and methods. Student is knows the aims and methods of patient education, health promotion and preventive work. Student is familiar with the evidence based decision making.

Course contents

The basics of pharmacokinetics and –dynamics, the combined effects of medicines, medicines for heart and circulation systems, pain medication, medication for asthma and COPD, medicines for gastrointestinal diseases, psychiatric medicines, medicine for neurological diseases, hormonal care, medicine for diabetes, antibiotics, medicine for skin diseases, anesthetics, medicine for local infiltration, anticoagulants, intoxications.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

5 Student has excellent knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
4 Student has deep knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
3 Student has good knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
2 Student has satisfactory knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
1 Student has sufficient knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
0 Student has great difficulties in knowledge and understanding in the field of the course

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Sirpa Sandelin

Lecturer(s)

Sirpa Sandelin

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.07.2021

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS19S1
- SNS19SGU
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Medical Nursing (SNZB1800-3002),
31.08.2020 – 23.10.2020, 6 cr (SNS19SG2) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is able to recognize the challenges in global public health. Student is able to deliver patient-centered care and apply evidence-based knowledge of nursing diagnosing and nursing intervention in prevention, treatment and monitoring of the most common public health problems, focusing on health outcomes. Student understands the importance of multi-professional collaboration in public health care.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the core concepts, basic knowledge and methods of the clinical environment and clienthood in social and health care. Student masters the health promotion and preventive care aims, methods and patient education. Student knows the basis of evidence-based decision-making.

Course contents

Current and potential future challenges in global public health (most common internal diseases, infectious diseases and cancers). Central nursing diagnosis and nursing interventions in disease prevention and evidence-based care of patients of various backgrounds and with public health problems. Health benefit framework in the care of patients with public health problems in multi-professional collaboration.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Excellent (5):
The student has relevant and extensive knowledge base to plan, implement and evaluate key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student is able to apply evidence-based information in the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student is able to sketch health outcomes in planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients with public health problems. Student applies multi-professional collaboration in public health care.

Very good (4)
The student has relevant knowledge base to plan, implement and evaluate key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student is able to organize evidence-based information in the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student is able to summarize health outcomes in planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients with public health problems. Student is able to utilize multi-professional collaboration in public health care.

Good (3)
The student has relevant knowledge base to plan, implement and evaluate key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student is able to distinguish evidence-based information in the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student is able to understand multi-professional collaboration in public health care.

Satisfactory (2)
The student has basic knowledge base to plan, implement and evaluate key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student is able to restate what is included to the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student recognize the importance of multi-professional collaboration in public health care.

Sufficient (1)
The student has basic knowledge base to plan, implement and evaluate key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student is able to list what is included to the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student knows the importance of multi-professional perspectives.

Failed (0)
The student has insufficient knowledge in planning, implementing and evaluating key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student does not recognize what is included in the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student doesn't take in to account multi-professional perspectives.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Contact learning: Lectures, Seminars and Case studies, Presentations and Reflections
Flipped classroom, Virtual learning, Simulation learning
Independent learning: Individual learning tasks and Group work assignments
Peer reviewing and Self-evaluation

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Learning materials and recommended literature

Hinkle, J. L. & Cheever, K. H. (eds). 2014. Brunner and Suddarths’ Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. 13th Edition. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer I Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. (relevant chapters)
NICE guidelines. Conditions and diseases
THL 2020. Chronic diseases
WHO 2020. Chronic diseases and health promotion

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Suleiman Kamau

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

31.08.2020 - 23.10.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Active lectures and seminars 68h
Group work 48h
Independent learning 46h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG2
Assessment methods

Exchange student 4

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 6 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Mental Health Practice (SNZBW540-3002),
11.01.2021 – 13.03.2021, 6 cr (SNS19S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student is able to plan, implement and evaluate the nursing care of the most common mental health disorders, addiction problems and crisis with the support of nursing team. Student is able to apply evidence-based mental health, addiction and crises nursing methods under the supervision. Student is able to use the interventions based on a cooperative relationship with a patient and family. Student is able to work as a member of a multiprofessional team. Student understands the importance of ethical principles and patient safety. Student is able to document the nursing care in accordance to the legislation.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Basic nursing compentence, mental health and addiction nursing theoretical studies

Course contents

Mental health, addiction and crisis nursing
Psychiatry and addiction medicine, crisis and traumas

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Criteria for the passed professional practice:

The student:
-is able to comply with the ethical principles and patient safety of the practice placement.
-has transferable skills to plan, implement and evaluate the nursing process of the most common mental health disorders, addiction problems and crisis with multiprofessional treatment team. The student works in a client-centered way and S/he is able to face, councel and help a patient and the whole family within mental health-, addiction- and crisis nursing field under supervision.
-is able to apply the knowledge about treatment- and service chains and psychological continuity of treatment. S/he is able to implement empowering and goal-orientated nursing under the supervision and understands the importance of evidence-based nursing.
-is able to communicate orally and to use health care documentation system as legislation requires.
-is able to implement safety medical treatment under supervision
-obeys the rules of work community, and is able to work entrepreneurially and co-operatively.
-is able to name his/her own developmental needs and evaluates own actions critically.

Criteria for the failed professional practice:
According to JAMK criteria for failed professional practice.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

11.01.2021 - 13.03.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS19S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 6 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Pediatric nursing (SNZC1520-3002),
15.03.2021 – 21.05.2021, 3 cr (SNS19SG2) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student recognizes children´s developmental stage and is prepared to work with them in cooperation with their families in ethical and family-centered manner.
Student is able to analyze and apply their knowledge of promoting health and safety of children and adolescents. Student knows the most common pediatric health problems and the basics of their nursing and medical care. Student has the ability to plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based culturally sensitive nursing care for pediatric patients and their families.
Student understands the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescents and factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the basic knowledge and interventions of health promotion, preventive nursing and public health nursing.Student is familiar with the stages of human growth and development (physical, psychosocial and cognitive)and human life span.

Course contents

Nursing care of the most common acute and chronic pediatric illnesses
Global pediatric and adolescent health problems
Supporting normal growth and development
Basics of pediatrics and pediatric pharmacology
Basics of nursing care of disabled children
Supporting mental health and well being of children, adolescents and their families
Safe family environment and maltreatment

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Excellent (5):

The student demonstrates his/her comprehensive and extensive knowledge in promoting health and safety of children and adolescents implementing nursing process in a culturally sensitive and ethical manner. The student masters extensive knowledge of basic pediatrics and related pharmacology critically analyzing and applying the knowledge. The student is able to solve the learning tasks of pediatric and adolescent nursing using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge extensively in a developing manner.

Student shows holistic understanding of the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescent and factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Very good (4)
The student demonstrates his/her comprehensive knowledge in promoting health and safety of children and adolescents implementing nursing process in a culturally sensitive and ethical manner. The student masters comprehensive knowledge of basic pediatrics and related pharmacology critically analyzing and applying the knowledge. The student is able to solve the learning tasks of pediatric and adolescent nursing using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge extensively in a developing manner.

Student shows holistic understanding of the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescent and factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Good (3)

The student demonstrates his/her relevant knowledge of promoting health and safety of children adolescents implementing nursing process in ethical manner considering cultural sensitivity. The student masters basic knowledge of pediatrics and related pharmacology analyzing and applying the knowledge. The student is able to solve the learning tasks of pediatric and adolescent nursing using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge in a developing manner.

Student shows understanding of the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescent and recognizes the factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Satisfactory (2)

The student demonstrates his/her sufficient knowledge of promoting health and safety of children and adolescents implementing nursing process in ethical manner recognizing cultural aspects. The student masters partially the basic knowledge of pediatrics and related pharmacology. The student is able to solve the learning tasks of pediatric and adolescent nursing using evidence-based knowledge

Student recognizes the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescent and is able to list the common factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Sufficient (1)

The student demonstrates his/her meager knowledge of promoting health and safety of children and adolescents implementing nursing process in ethical manner. The student masters partially the basic knowledge of pediatrics and related pharmacology. The student is able to solve the learning tasks of pediatric and adolescent nursing partially or inadequately.

Student recognizes the role of early attachment in the development of children and adolescent and is able to list some factors affecting the mental well being of the families.

Failed (0)
The student does not meet the learning outcomes of the course.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Active lessons
Independent learning
Online learning

Lecturer(s)

Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Learning materials and recommended literature

Potts N & Mandleco B. 2012. Pediatric Nursing: Caring for Children and Their Families,
3rd Edition (e-book)
Evidence based current articles
Relevant guidelines

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Riikka Sinivuo, Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Will be informed in course info.

Timing

15.03.2021 - 21.05.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Total of 81h:
Active lessons and seminars 28h
Group work 12h
Online learning 27h
Independent work 14h

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG2
Alternative learning methods

Accreditation possible, contact the head of degree programme.

Assessment methods

Exchange student 4

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Acute and Perioperative Nursing Practice (SNZCW520-3003),
26.10.2020 – 21.05.2021, 9 cr (SNS19SG2) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student plans, implements and evaluates acute and operative care and interprets vital functions and examination results when assisted. Student provides family centered and rehabilitative patient education. Student implements safe clinical care in surgical bed wards, operating units, ICU, A&E or in surgical outpatients. Student is able to document care, is acquainted with the most common care or hazardous situations. Student implements safe technological care (radiation, equipment, gas, electrical safety).

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Theory of acute and operative nursing
multidisciplinary knowledge base in nursing

Course contents

Acute disorders, triage, perioperative nursing process, surgical patient´s care path, patient safety, nutrition, wound care, acute pain management, infection control, patient education, rehabilitation, medical calculation, fluid therapy, continuous care

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Passed (S)
Student:
- acts according to ethical principles and patient safety regulations in acute and operative nursing
- plans, implements and evaluates patient care in cooperation with patient and family utilizing multidisciplinary care
- masters the most common clinical interventions and care technology safely
- implements safe medical care and fluid therapy
- is able to guide and prepare patient to the most common examinations and procedures in operative nursing
- is able to communicate and document care according to the law
- implements client centered, goal oriented, health promotive patient education utilizing appropriate materials
- acts according to the rules and regulations of the work place, takes initiative and is cooperative
- is able to assess his/her own actions critically and suggest improvements

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Simulations
Professional Practice
Independent studying
Online studying

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Learning materials and recommended literature

Smeltzer, S. C. & Bare, B. G. (eds). 2013. Brunner and Suddarths’ textbook of medical-surgical nursing. Philadelphia: Lippincott.
Mulryan, C. 2011. Acute Illness management.Thousand Oaks, CA : Sage.
Surgical care made incredibly visual! 2007. Philadelphia (PA) : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Horton, C. 2008. Crash course Anesthesia. Oxford University Press, USA

Lecturer(s)

Niilo Kuokkanen, Riikka Sinivuo, Marjo Palovaara, Sinikka Holma

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Will be informed in course info.

Timing

26.10.2020 - 21.05.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Total of 243 hours:
Practice in acute and operative units 152 hours
Practice assignment 10 hours
Stimulation training 32 hours
Independent study 22 hours
Online learning 27 hours (radiation safety)

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG2
Alternative learning methods

Accreditation possible, contact the head of degree program.

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face, Online learning

Share of virtual studies

1 cr
Credits
- 9 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Advanced Medical Studies (SNZA1510-3003),
15.03.2021 – 21.05.2021, 3 cr (SNS19SG1) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student understands the etiology of surgical deseases and the principle of care. Student is familiar with anesthesiological methods in surgical process and pain management. Student is acquinted with acute medicine in nursing care.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

The compentence of public health medicine

Course contents

Surgery, anesthesiology, acute medicine

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

5 Student has excellent knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
4 Student has deep knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
3 Student has good knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
2 Student has satisfactory knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
1 Student has sufficient knowledge and understanding in the field of the course
0 Student has great difficulties in knowledge and understanding in the field of the course

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Independent learning

Lecturer(s)

Sinikka Holma

Learning materials and recommended literature

50% surgery, 50% anesthesiology
Video-lectures

Lecturer(s)

Sinikka Holma

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Will be informed in Acute and Perioreative nursing -course info

Timing

15.03.2021 - 21.05.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

3ects x 27h= 81h

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020

Content scheduling

Connected with Acute and Perioperative course
Groups
- SNS19SG1
Alternative learning methods

Accreditation possible, contact Head of Nursing degree program

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

3 cr
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Medical Nursing (SNZB1800-3003),
26.10.2020 – 18.12.2020, 6 cr (SNS20SGU, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is able to recognize the challenges in global public health. Student is able to deliver patient-centered care and apply evidence-based knowledge of nursing diagnosing and nursing intervention in prevention, treatment and monitoring of the most common public health problems, focusing on health outcomes. Student understands the importance of multi-professional collaboration in public health care.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the core concepts, basic knowledge and methods of the clinical environment and clienthood in social and health care. Student masters the health promotion and preventive care aims, methods and patient education. Student knows the basis of evidence-based decision-making.

Course contents

Current and potential future challenges in global public health (most common internal diseases, infectious diseases and cancers). Central nursing diagnosis and nursing interventions in disease prevention and evidence-based care of patients of various backgrounds and with public health problems. Health benefit framework in the care of patients with public health problems in multi-professional collaboration.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Excellent (5):
The student has relevant and extensive knowledge base to plan, implement and evaluate key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student is able to apply evidence-based information in the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student is able to sketch health outcomes in planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients with public health problems. Student applies multi-professional collaboration in public health care.

Very good (4)
The student has relevant knowledge base to plan, implement and evaluate key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student is able to organize evidence-based information in the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student is able to summarize health outcomes in planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients with public health problems. Student is able to utilize multi-professional collaboration in public health care.

Good (3)
The student has relevant knowledge base to plan, implement and evaluate key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student is able to distinguish evidence-based information in the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student is able to understand multi-professional collaboration in public health care.

Satisfactory (2)
The student has basic knowledge base to plan, implement and evaluate key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student is able to restate what is included to the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student recognize the importance of multi-professional collaboration in public health care.

Sufficient (1)
The student has basic knowledge base to plan, implement and evaluate key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student is able to list what is included to the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student knows the importance of multi-professional perspectives.

Failed (0)
The student has insufficient knowledge in planning, implementing and evaluating key nursing interventions in the most common public health problems. Student does not recognize what is included in the decision making process, prevention and care of patients with public health problems. Student doesn't take in to account multi-professional perspectives.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Contact learning: Lectures, Seminars and Case studies, Presentations and Reflections
Flipped classroom, Virtual learning, Simulation learning
Independent learning: Individual learning tasks and Group work assignments
Peer reviewing and Self-evaluation

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Learning materials and recommended literature

Hinkle, J. L. & Cheever, K. H. (eds). 2014. Brunner and Suddarths’ Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. 13th Edition. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer I Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. (relevant chapters)
NICE guidelines. Conditions and diseases
THL 2020. Chronic diseases
WHO 2020. Chronic diseases and health promotion

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Niilo Kuokkanen, Suleiman Kamau

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

26.10.2020 - 18.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Active lectures and seminars 68h
Group work 48h
Independent learning 46h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SGU
- SNS19SG1
Assessment methods

Exchange student 4

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 6 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Medical nursing practice (SNZBW530-3003),
26.10.2020 – 21.05.2021, 12 cr (SNS20SGU, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Together with the multi-professional team, the student is able to share and utilize expertize, as well as plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients with public health problems. Student is able to:
-Observe, evaluate and support vital functions (breathing, circulation, life support)
-Maintain the fluid balance
-Perform basic clinical examinations
-Follow the principles of aseptic work and infection precautions
-Perform patient education by the means of motivational discussion
-Use basic clinical technologies taking into account patient safety
Student applies the values and principles of patient-centered care. Student utilizes nursing science and other supporting sciences in professional decision-making.
Student is able to take into account factors related to health promotion and patient safety. The student organizes work duties, workflows and decision-making and works in a systematic and goal-oriented manner.
Student masters the medical drug calculations.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the core concepts and principles of patient-centered care and has evidence-based knowledge on health promotion and preventive care aims, as well as methods of patient education focusing on health outcomes. Student understands the importance of multi-professional collaboration public health care. The student proves mastering of drug calculations before the practical training.

Course contents

imulations of clinical nursing interventions:

-Ensuring vital functions and life support
-Fluid balance, peripheral fluid therapy and medication
-Basic clinical examinations and result interpretation
-Principles of aseptic work
-Motivational discussion; supporting patients' resources
-Encountering threatening patients
-Basic clinical technologies

Clinical Examinations lectures
Drug calculations
Practical training in specialized or primary health care settings with domains of public health and/or internal medicine.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Pass (S): Together with the multi-professional team, the student proves ability to share and utilize expertize, as well as to plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients with public health problems.
The student is able to apply clinical nursing interventions
- Can observe, evaluate and support vital functions (breathing, circulation, life support)
- Can maintain the fluid balance
- Is able to perform basic clinical examinations
- Implements the principles of aseptic work
-Demonstrates skills in patient centered education by the means of motivational discussion
- Is able to use basic clinical technologies taking into account patient safety
- Masters the medical drug calculations

Student can apply the values and principles of patient-centered care and utilizes nursing science and other supporting sciences in professional decision-making. The student implements medical treatment safely under guidance and is able to analyze the challenges of his/her development. The student shows ability to organize work duties and workflows by following systematic and goal-oriented manner. The student encounters different customers/patients professionally.

Fail (skill labs): Student does not meet the learning outcomes of the course
Fail (professional practice): According to the criteria for failed professional practice in nursing education

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Simulations: independent preliminary learning
Lectures and course assignment for Clinical Examinations
Drug calculation workshop and exam
Practice tutoring discussions

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Learning materials and recommended literature

Hinkle, J. L. & Cheever, K. H. (eds). 2014. Brunner and Suddarths’ Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. 13th Edition. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer I Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. (relevant chapters)
NICE guidelines. Conditions and diseases
THL 2020. Chronic diseases
WHO 2020. Chronic diseases and health promotion

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Niilo Kuokkanen, Suleiman Kamau

Working life cooperation

Practical training in medical nursing placement

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

26.10.2020 - 21.05.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Simulations, examinations and drug calculations 70h
Independent learning 92h
Professional Practice 162h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SGU
- SNS19SG1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 12 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Family Nursing Practice 2 (SNZCW510-3004),
11.01.2021 – 13.03.2021, 6 cr (SNS19SG1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is able to support and promote health and functional abilities of individuals and diverse families in a home-like environment. Student plans, implements and assesses safe and culturally sensitive nursing care of various groups of clients with various illnesses. Student uses evidence-based knowledge and takes responsibility of their actions and the consequences.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student has knowledge for promoting health and functional abilities of individuals and diverse families as well as planning, implementing and assessing nursing care in culturally sensitive manner.

Course contents

Practice in a home-like environment

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Student acts ethically, respecting the autonomy and integrity of diverse clients. Student applies principles of patient safety in nursing care in a home-like environment. Student plans, implements and evaluates culturally sensitive nursing care in co-operation with the client and their families supported by the mentor and using evidence-based knowledge. Student is able to draw a care plan and document the care using the principles of documentation. Student assesses client's health and functional abilities using valid measurements and recognizes deficiencies and environmental risks. Student presents preventive measures following client oriented and health promoting nursing care and guides clients in using relevant services. Student knows essential nursing interventions and safe use of care tools in a home-like environment. Student implements, assesses, and guides safe medical care with the client and multidisciplinary team. Student plans and organizes their work in initiative co-operation with other people participating in client's care following the rules of the work place. Student evaluates their skills and operation of the workplace constructively presenting both strengths and developing challenges.
Fail
Practice is failed, if the student does not reach the minimum requirements of passed practice.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

2nd-3rd year, 1st-2nd semester
Outpatient home care unit / Enhanced service housing / Standard service housing

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Practice in a home-like environment and reflective learning diary

Lecturer(s)

Irmeli Matilainen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Nursing clinical practice guidelines
Current Care guidelines
Current other material

Lecturer(s)

Irmeli Matilainen

Working life cooperation

Practice in a home-like environment 152h

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

-

Internationality

-

Timing

11.01.2021 - 13.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Passed practice 152h
Passed reflectice learning diary 10h

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020

Content scheduling

Passed practice 152h
Passed reflectice learning diary 10h
Groups
- SNS19SG1
Alternative learning methods

-

Assessment methods

Further information: Irmeli.Matilainen@jamk.fi

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 6 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Acute and Perioperative Nursing Practice (SNZCW520-3004),
15.03.2021 – 21.05.2021, 9 cr (SNS19SG1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student plans, implements and evaluates acute and operative care and interprets vital functions and examination results when assisted. Student provides family centered and rehabilitative patient education. Student implements safe clinical care in surgical bed wards, operating units, ICU, A&E or in surgical outpatients. Student is able to document care, is acquainted with the most common care or hazardous situations. Student implements safe technological care (radiation, equipment, gas, electrical safety).

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Theory of acute and operative nursing
multidisciplinary knowledge base in nursing

Course contents

Acute disorders, triage, perioperative nursing process, surgical patient´s care path, patient safety, nutrition, wound care, acute pain management, infection control, patient education, rehabilitation, medical calculation, fluid therapy, continuous care

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Passed (S)
Student:
- acts according to ethical principles and patient safety regulations in acute and operative nursing
- plans, implements and evaluates patient care in cooperation with patient and family utilizing multidisciplinary care
- masters the most common clinical interventions and care technology safely
- implements safe medical care and fluid therapy
- is able to guide and prepare patient to the most common examinations and procedures in operative nursing
- is able to communicate and document care according to the law
- implements client centered, goal oriented, health promotive patient education utilizing appropriate materials
- acts according to the rules and regulations of the work place, takes initiative and is cooperative
- is able to assess his/her own actions critically and suggest improvements

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo, Marjo Palovaara, Sinikka Holma

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

15.03.2021 - 21.05.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 9 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Surgical Nursing Practice (SNZCW530-3003),
11.01.2021 – 13.03.2021, 6 cr (SNS19SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student plans, implements and evaluates care and interprets patients vital signs and examination results with the help of mentor. Student is able to give family centered and rehabilitative patient education. Student practices safe clinical nursing in medical, surgical or acute nursing units. Student documents care according to legislation, is acquainted to the most common care- and hazard situations. Student uses care technology safely.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Theory of nursing in public health and acute and operative care. Multidisiplinary knowledge base for nursing.

Course contents

professional practice 152 hours
practice assignmetn 10 hours

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Passed (S):
Student
- acts according to ethical principles and patient safety regulations
- plans, implements and evaluates client centered care together with patient and his/her family utilizing multidisciplinary knowledge
- masters safe use of the most common clinical interventions and care technology
- implements safe medical care
- is able to guide and prepare patient for examination and procedure
- is able to communicate and document patient care
- implements purposeful, health promotive patient education utilizing appropriate materials
- acts according to the rules and regulations of the work place, is initiative and cooperative
- is able to assess his/her own actions critically and suggest improvements

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

11.01.2021 - 13.03.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG1
- SNS19SG2
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 6 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Entrepreneurship (ZZPP0750-3010),
13.10.2020 – 31.12.2020, 3 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course:
During this course, you will acquire basic knowledge of entrepreneurship and profitable business in action-driven ways. You will assess your own entrepreneurial capabilities and expand your understanding of the sector with the help of company stories, for example. During the course, you will work in a multidisciplinary team in which you will develop a business idea.

Course competences:
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
Entrepreneurship, innovation and working community competence

Course learning outcomes:
1. You recognise and are able to assess your own capabilities and attitudes concerning entrepreneurship.
2. You know the concept of internal entrepreneurship, what it means to become an entrepreneur and the significance of entrepreneurship and innovations in society.
3. You understand the preconditions of profitable business.
4. You understand and recognise the role of customer relationship in business and are able to apply this knowledge.
5. You demonstrate an ability for self-management in an entrepreneurial way in a multidisciplinary team.
6. You identify the customers’ needs and find business opportunities in them.
7. You are familiar with and capable of utilising the JAMK and EduFutura entrepreneurship and innovation environments and the related support services.

Course contents

You recognise the skills of your own internal entrepreneurship and use them to develop the course business idea.

Based on your experience, observations and the knowledge you have acquired, you form a conception of market needs or demand in response to which you develop your own turnkey solution/business concept (service/product concept).

You act in a multidisciplinary small group in which you reflect upon and assess the business opportunities of the idea and share their opportunities for success with other students in the course. The ideas are tested with potential customers and further developed on the basis of the feedback received.

The development and communication tools used in the assessment and development of the ideas include the Business Model Canvas and the Value Proposition Canvas.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

You recognise the features of your own inner entrepreneurship and utilise them in the development of a business idea and demonstrate an ability for self-management in an entrepreneurial way in a multidisciplinary team.

You understand the role of entrepreneurship in society and in your own sector. You understand the principles of profitable business.

In customer situations or services, you identify needs in response to which you develop a business idea together with your multidisciplinary team.

You understand the role of customers in the development of business ideas and the principles of value creation.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Learning methods:
- Flipped classroom
- Project learning

Studying in this course includes workshops, teamwork, independent study, coaching and lectures. Teaching includes cooperation with the local entrepreneurs and partners/networks (e.g. The StartUp Factory of Jyväskylä, JES and EduFutura). A central part of the learning process includes student’s own performance, self-reflection and evaluation. The course supports a learning culture in which, the student can access uncertainty and even failure independently and through teamwork, supported by the teachers. In the course, student will be able to strengthen personal abilities related to risk taking, courage and decision making, in addition to capabilities in leading processes towards the predicted aims. The course includes working in small groups (teams), in which each team will produce their own business idea. Teams will evaluate the business potential and customer value of their developed product/service. Each team will present their work to the other teams with feedback and reflection discussion carried out at the end of the course.

Lecturer(s)

Armi Hirvonen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Blank,Dorf: The Startup Owner's Manual
Osterwalder&al.: Value Proposition Design
Osterwalder&Pigneur: Business Model Generation

Lecturer(s)

Armi Hirvonen, Suvi Salminen

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Course does not include any exams.

Timing

13.10.2020 - 31.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

1. Personal entrepreneurial attributes (15 %)
2. Active participation to teamwork and business idea development (70 %)
3. Description of processes, presentation of results (business idea), feedback and reflection from own and other teams work (15 %)

Workshops 20h, independent study 20h ja teamwork 41h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020

Content scheduling

Contact seminars
2*45 min first contact seminar
2*45 min workshop
2*45min workshop
2*45 min workshop
2*45 min workshop
2*45 min final contact seminar
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- SNS20SGU
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20SG2
Seats

0 - 28

Assessment methods

Open University 5
Exchange Students 2

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Health Promotion (SWNS2015-3002),
01.01.2021 – 15.03.2021, 3 cr (SNS20SG2) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course
In this course you will learn the basics of health promotion and guidance in nursing.

Competences of the course
Client competence in health and social care
Health promotion competence
Guidance and interaction competence

Learning outcomes of the course
You know the health promotion framework, principles and key concepts. You know the basic methods of health promotion guidance in nursing. You are aware of current health promotion recommendations globally and understand their importance in client-oriented guidance.

Course contents

National and international strategies for health promotion
Health promotion framework and key concepts
Ethics and principles of health promotion
Levels of health promotion (individual, community and society) and modes of action
The health and well-being of the population
Stages of change model
Working methods of guidance: speaking, motivational discussion, resource-based counseling, digital methods

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Sufficient 1
You can name the health promotion framework, principles and key concepts. You are able to describe the main methods of guidance in planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion. You are able to define current health promotion recommendations and understand their importance in customer-focused guidance.

Satisfactory 2
You can describe the health promotion framework, principles and key concepts. You are able to describe the main methods of guidance in planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion. You are able to interpret current health promotion recommendations and understand their importance in client-oriented counselling.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

Good 3
You are able to define the framework, principles and key concepts of health promotion. You are able to define the main methods of guidance in planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion. You are able to apply current health promotion recommendations and understand their importance in client oriented guidance.

Very good 4
You can illustrate the framework, principles and key concepts of health promotion. You are able to define and justify key methods of guidance in planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion. You can apply current health promotion recommendations and justify their importance in client oriented guidance.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

Excellent 5
You can demonstrate the framework, principles and key concepts of health promotion. You can define and evaluate key methods of guidance in the design, implementation and evaluation of health promotion. You are able to apply and analyze current health promotion recommendations and assess their importance in client-oriented guidance.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Contact learning - lectures and case study
Online lectures
Individual and group learning
Self evaluation & peer evaluation

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Learning materials and recommended literature

WHO 2020. Fact sheets.
UN 2020. Sustainable Development Goals
EuroHealthNet 2020. Health promotion practices in Europe.
Finnish National Institute for Healtyh and Welfare 2020. Health Promotion.
Scriven A., 2017. Ewles & Simnett's promoting health : a practical guide. Seventh edition. Edinburgh: Elsevier.
Kemppainen V, Tossavainen K, Turunen H (2013). Nurses' role in health promotion: an integrative review. Health Promotion International, Volume 28, Issue 4, 1 December 2013, Pages 490–501.

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

The exam schedule will be informed when the course starts.

Timing

01.01.2021 - 15.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Lectures 24h
Independent learning 47h
Group learning 10h

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG2
Alternative learning methods

For accreditation matters please contact the Head of the Degree Programme in Nursing.

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face, Online learning

Share of virtual studies

1 cr
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Entrepreneurship (ZZPP0750-3011),
13.10.2020 – 31.12.2020, 3 cr (SNS20SG2) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course:
During this course, you will acquire basic knowledge of entrepreneurship and profitable business in action-driven ways. You will assess your own entrepreneurial capabilities and expand your understanding of the sector with the help of company stories, for example. During the course, you will work in a multidisciplinary team in which you will develop a business idea.

Course competences:
Internationalisation and communications competence
Learning and information management competence
Entrepreneurship, innovation and working community competence

Course learning outcomes:
1. You recognise and are able to assess your own capabilities and attitudes concerning entrepreneurship.
2. You know the concept of internal entrepreneurship, what it means to become an entrepreneur and the significance of entrepreneurship and innovations in society.
3. You understand the preconditions of profitable business.
4. You understand and recognise the role of customer relationship in business and are able to apply this knowledge.
5. You demonstrate an ability for self-management in an entrepreneurial way in a multidisciplinary team.
6. You identify the customers’ needs and find business opportunities in them.
7. You are familiar with and capable of utilising the JAMK and EduFutura entrepreneurship and innovation environments and the related support services.

Course contents

You recognise the skills of your own internal entrepreneurship and use them to develop the course business idea.

Based on your experience, observations and the knowledge you have acquired, you form a conception of market needs or demand in response to which you develop your own turnkey solution/business concept (service/product concept).

You act in a multidisciplinary small group in which you reflect upon and assess the business opportunities of the idea and share their opportunities for success with other students in the course. The ideas are tested with potential customers and further developed on the basis of the feedback received.

The development and communication tools used in the assessment and development of the ideas include the Business Model Canvas and the Value Proposition Canvas.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

You recognise the features of your own inner entrepreneurship and utilise them in the development of a business idea and demonstrate an ability for self-management in an entrepreneurial way in a multidisciplinary team.

You understand the role of entrepreneurship in society and in your own sector. You understand the principles of profitable business.

In customer situations or services, you identify needs in response to which you develop a business idea together with your multidisciplinary team.

You understand the role of customers in the development of business ideas and the principles of value creation.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Learning methods:
- Flipped classroom
- Project learning

Studying in this course includes workshops, teamwork, independent study, coaching and lectures. Teaching includes cooperation with the local entrepreneurs and partners/networks (e.g. The StartUp Factory of Jyväskylä, JES and EduFutura). A central part of the learning process includes student’s own performance, self-reflection and evaluation. The course supports a learning culture in which, the student can access uncertainty and even failure independently and through teamwork, supported by the teachers. In the course, student will be able to strengthen personal abilities related to risk taking, courage and decision making, in addition to capabilities in leading processes towards the predicted aims. The course includes working in small groups (teams), in which each team will produce their own business idea. Teams will evaluate the business potential and customer value of their developed product/service. Each team will present their work to the other teams with feedback and reflection discussion carried out at the end of the course.

Lecturer(s)

Armi Hirvonen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Blank,Dorf: The Startup Owner's Manual
Osterwalder&al.: Value Proposition Design
Osterwalder&Pigneur: Business Model Generation

Lecturer(s)

Armi Hirvonen, Suvi Salminen

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Course does not include any exams.

Timing

13.10.2020 - 31.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

1. Personal entrepreneurial attributes (15 %)
2. Active participation to teamwork and business idea development (70 %)
3. Description of processes, presentation of results (business idea), feedback and reflection from own and other teams work (15 %)

Workshops 20h, independent study 20h ja teamwork 41h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020

Content scheduling

Contact seminars
2*45 min first contact seminar
2*45 min workshop
2*45min workshop
2*45 min workshop
2*45 min workshop
2*45 min final contact seminar
Groups
- SNS20SG2
Small groups
- SNSG1 (: 20. : 0.)
- SNSG2 (: 20. : 0.)
Seats

0 - 28

Assessment methods

Exchange Students 2

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Gerontological Nursing (SWNS2023-3002),
11.01.2021 – 14.03.2021, 4 cr (SNS20SG1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course

This course will help you familiarize with the central concepts and theoretical knowledge of gerontological nursing. After completing the course, you will be familiar with the key changes related to healthy ageing and methods to promote health, functional capacity and quality of life in an individualised and client-centred approach. After completing the course, you will become more resource-oriented and have positive attitudes towards ageing and older people, both as individuals and as a valuable member of the family, community and society.

Course Competence
Evidence-based and decision-making competence
Client competence in health and social care
Ethical Competence in nursing
Internationalisation and communications competence

Learning Outcomes of the Course

After completing the course, you will be familiar with the key changes related to healthy ageing and the factors contributing to the health and functional ability of elderly patients. In addition, you are familiar with the global situation of aging. You can examine ageing based on available resources from different perspectives and understand the importance of promoting the health and functional ability of the older patient. You know the most common health conditions associated with ageing, its nursing interventions, ways to promote and prevent them and basic geriatric medications. You are able to seek evidence-based information related to gerontological nursing and follow the current discussion.

Course contents

Concepts of Gerontological Nursing
Older people, their family members and wider support networks as nursing clients
Ageing process and factors affecting it locally and globally
Assessment of health and functional ability and promotion in different settings
Memory disorders and ways to improve memory
Fundamental concepts in geriatric palliative and hospice care
Nursing role and competencies in the gerontological multiprofessional team
Basics of Pharmacotherapy for older people
Gerontechnology

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1- Sufficient

You can identify the ageing process and risks to health and functional ability. You will be familiar with the methods used to assess health and functional capacity and promote successful ageing. You will be familiar with older people's illnesses, nursing interventions to prevent and treat them, and the use of basics of pharmacotherapy for elderly people. You recognise the responsibility and role of nursing in the multiprofessional team and examine ethical issues related to gerontological nursing.

2- Satisfactory

You are able to define the ageing process and risks to health and functional ability. You will describe the methods used to assess health and functional capacity and promote successful ageing. You know the most common health conditions associated with ageing, the methods of preventing and treating them, and the basics of pharmacotherapy for the older people. You understand the responsibility and role of nursing in the multiprofessional team and discuss ethical issues related to gerontological nursing.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3- Good

You reflect on the ageing process and risks to health and functional ability from different perspectives. In your learning assignments, you will highlight correctly methods for assessing health and functional ability and promote successful ageing. You will be able to apply evidence-based knowledge of the most common health conditions associated with ageing, prevent and treat them while taking into consideration the characteristics of pharmacotherapy for the older people. You will understand the responsibility and role of nursing in the multiprofessional team and discuss ethical issues related to gerontological nursing.

4- Very good

In your learning assignments, you demonstrate that you are able to apply evidence-based information on ageing changes and risks to health and functional ability in different client scenarios. You apply a wide range of methods to assess health and functional capacity and promote successful ageing. You will be able to apply evidence-based knowledge of the most common health conditions associated with ageing, to prevent and treat them while taking into considerations the pharmacotherapy for the older people. You analyse the responsibility and role of nursing in the multiprofessional team from different perspectives and discuss ethical issues related to gerontological nursing. You will examine your own competence in the field of gerontological nursing.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5- Excellent

Through learning assignments, you analyse the ageing process and risks for health and functional ability from different perspectives. You critically evaluate the methods used to identify health and functional capacity and promote successful ageing. You will be able to apply evidence-based knowledge of the essential diseases of the elderly, to prevent and treat them in different client contexts, taking into account the distinct characteristics of pharmacotherapy for the older people. In the learning assignments, you demonstrate your understanding of the responsibility and role of nursing in multidisciplinary collaboration and analyse ethical issues related to gerontological nursing from different perspectives. You will be able to evaluate your competence and recognize your strengths and development challenges in gerontological nursing.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

contact lessons; online discussions, individual/group assignments; case-study; guided reading of literature and independent study.

Lecturer(s)

Suleiman Kamau

Learning materials and recommended literature

Ferraro, K. & Wilmoth, J. 2013. Gerontology : Perspectives and Issues (4th Edition). Springer Publishing Company. Available at: http://site.ebrary.com/lib/jypoly/detail.action?docID=10687051

Hirth V., ieland D., & Dever-Bumba M. 2011. Case-based geriatrics : a global approach. Available at: http://janet.amkit.fi/cgi-bin/Pwebrecon.cgi?BBID=224466

Anderson L. A.,Goodman R. A., Holtzman,D., Posner S. F. & Northridge M. E.(2012). Aging in the United States:Opportunities and Challenges for American. Journal of Public Health. Vol 102, No. 3 |

Zwijsen S. A., Niemeijer A. R. & Hertogh C. M.P.M. (2011). Ethics of using assistive technology in the care for community-dwelling elderly
people: An overview of the literature. Aging & Mental Health. Vol.15,No.4, 419–427

Chen K. & Chan, A. H. (2013) Use or Non-Use of Gerontechnology—A Qualitative Study. Int. J. Environ. Res. 10, 4645-4666;

Other relevant evidence-based material recommended by the lecturer in charge

Lecturer(s)

Sirpa Sandelin, Suleiman Kamau

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

11.01.2021 - 14.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

CONTACT STUDIES Active lessons 12h E-learning 12h Individual and group assignments 18h ICF framework_14h Independent study 24

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
Assessment methods

Exchange student 3

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Swedish for Working Life (ZWPC0320-3003),
01.01.2021 – 16.03.2021, 4 cr (ZJA20SSNS, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

After completing the course, you are able to mainly communicate understandably in speech and writing in simple and routine work tasks and other situations.

After completing the course, you can tell about yourself and your skills when, for example, applying for a job. You are able to perform in Swedish in the communication and interaction situations of working life and in your central field-specific work duties, such as appointments, guidance, field-specific emails, and customer service situations. You are able to assess your language skills in Swedish and have motivation to further your skills based on the principles of life-long learning. You act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Level A2 or B1 in the European Framework of Reference.

This means that you are able to communicate understandably in speech and writing in familiar and routine situations when the course starts. You also understand clear speech and text dealing with familiar topics, such as introducing yourself and others and discussing studies and work. You have a sufficient command of the basic structures of Swedish, such as the use of personal pronouns, the use and inflection of nouns and adjectives, the verbs tenses, and the word order of main and subordinate clauses. Your vocabulary is sufficient for everyday situations. The level of your pronunciation is sufficient for the delivery of the content.

Course contents

During the course, you will study the following contents:
- studies and applying for a job
- oral and written communication situations in working life, for example appointments, small talk, customer service, telephone conversations, emails, and opinions
- producing formal written Swedish, such as reports, instructions, or summaries
- central field-specific terminology
- a field-specific, advanced part carried out as a workshop, a project, a portfolio, a report, or familiarization with working life

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1 You can mainly communicate understandably in speech and writing in simple and routine work tasks and other situations although your language use is at times slow and incoherent. You understand the central content of clear speech and text dealing with familiar topics. You have a sufficient command of the basic structures and vocabulary for the delivery of the message. The level of your pronunciation is sufficient for the delivery of the main content of your message. You act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

2 You are able to communicate understandably in speech and writing in familiar and routine work tasks and situations although your language use is at times slow and incoherent. You understand clear speech and text dealing with familiar topics. You have an adequate command of the basic structures of the language. Your vocabulary is sufficient for everyday situations and reasonably adequate for basic field-specific situations. The level of your pronunciation is sufficient for the delivery of the content of your message. You act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3 You can manage well in speech and writing in your work tasks and other everyday situations. You are able to write a text with coherent content. You understand speech with a normal tempo but unusual topics and speech deviating from standard use cause difficulties. You can understand even demanding written content related to your field although some details may remain unclear. You can use the grammatical structures of the language in a versatile way, and their mistakes do not hinder communication. Your command of the vocabulary of the language is sufficient for communicating the central content in different work tasks and situations. Your pronunciation is understandable. You act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

4 You are able to communicate fluently in different situations and produce clear and fluent language with adequate style. You have no difficulty in understanding and producing speech and writing needed in working life although expressions deviating from the standard use of the language cause problems to some extent. You have a good command of the language and its use, but occasional problems may arise. You act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5 You are able to communicate with great fluency and active participation in demanding working life situations. You also portray versatility and an appropriate sense of style in your ability to apply the learning content of the course to demanding working life situations. You have no difficulties in understanding different kinds of language users although fine nuances and speech deviating significantly from standard language can sometimes be challenging. You can understand and produce demanding content in both speech and writing. Your language use is practically flawless. You act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

Further information

Act 6.6.2003/424 on the language skills required from personnel working in general government offices.

Oral and written language skills are assessed separately.

Language of instruction

Finnish

Location and time

-

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

This is a face-to-face learning implementation starting on week 2 of the year 2021. Lectures are 3 hours long and can take place both at Lutakko and Rajakatu campuses.

In the face-to-face learning implementation, you do both independent and pre-structured oral and written exercises provided by the teacher. You also work in groups.

Depending on the implementation, face-to-face learning includes oral and written assignments and exercises which are assessed and commented by the teacher in speech or writing. In addition to this, the course includes an oral presentation or workshop which is usually done in groups. You will also have a written and oral exam in the course.

80% attendance is required in face-to-face learning.

5 course places reserved for Open Studies.

Lecturer(s)

Susanna Kananoja

Learning materials and recommended literature

Teacher’s material will be used on the course.
Support material is provided by the teacher during the course if needed.

Lecturer(s)

Susanna Kananoja

Working life cooperation

-

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Written and oral exam via Zoom application during weeks 14-15 of the year 2021.

Retake of oral exam: Contact the teacher. The teacher will provide you with alternative dates for the retake of the oral exam.
Retake of written exam: On Language Centre retake day, sign up in Elmo.

Retakes must be performed during the academic year 2021.

Internationality

-

Timing

01.01.2021 - 16.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

- face-to-face learning 30 - 40 h
- studying of material, exercises, learning assignments, and oral group work 40 - 50 h
- preparing for exams 5 - 10 h
Total 108 hours (one credit equals 27 hours of student work)

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020

Content scheduling

-
Groups
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20S1
Alternative learning methods

-

Seats

12 - 26

Assessment methods

Your oral and written language skills are assessed separately (grading scale 0 - 5).

The assessment is based on continuous assessment and feedback, learning assignments, oral group work, and oral and written exam(s).

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Liiketoimintayksikkö
Acute and Perioperative Nursing (SNZC1510-3003),
15.03.2021 – 21.05.2021, 4 cr (SNS19SG1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is familiar with the principles and processes of operative and acute nursing. Student possesses the basic competences in multicultural patient centered perioperative nursing. Student is able to recognize the most common acute disorders in human body. Student can observe and care for a patient suffering from acute illnesses. Student masters the medical calculations and is able to implement safe medical care. Student is able to use and interpret the most common technological devices in acute and operative nursing safely.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the basic knowledge and interventions of health promotion, preventive nursing and public health nursing.

Course contents

Acute disorders, triage, perioperative nursing process, surgical patient´s care path, patient safety, radiation safety, nutrition, wound care, acute pain management, infection control, patient education, rehabilitation, medical calculation, pharmacotherapy, fluid therapy, continuous care

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

(5)
Student has comprehensive knowledge of acute and operative nursing. Student is able to explain and justify comprehensively the etiology, risk factors and prognosis in the most common acute and operative diseases. Student is able to analyze and justify the care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and understands the importance of care models as part of patients’ rehabilitation and health promotion. Student shows deep reflection, comparison and evaluation from several aspects utilizing versatile evidence based material. Student is able to present his/her own developmental ideas in discussion. Student follows the written instructions of JAMK.
(4)
Student has comprehensive knowledge of acute and operative nursing. Student explains with justifications the etiology, risk factors and prognosis in the most common acute and operative diseases. Student is able to analyze the care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and understands the importance of care models as part of patients’ rehabilitation and health promotion. In his/her assignments the student reflects, compares and evaluates several aspects utilizing versatile evidence based material. Student follows the written instructions of JAMK.
(3)
Student has knowledge of acute and operative nursing. Student recognizes the etiology, risk factors and prognosis in the most common acute and operative diseases. Student is able to explain the care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and understands the importance of care models as part of patients’ rehabilitation and health promotion. In his/her assignments the student reflects, compares and evaluates several aspects utilizing evidence based material. Student follows the written instructions of JAMK.
(2)
Student has basic knowledge of acute and operative nursing. Student is able to recite the etiology, risk factors and prognosis in the most common acute and operative diseases. Student is able to give an example of the care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of patients’ rehabilitation and health promotion. The examples show understanding but the connection between theoretical and practical knowledge is missing. In his/her assignments the student reflects, compares and evaluates basic aspects utilizing mainly evidence based material. Student follows the written instructions of JAMK.
(1)
Student has basic knowledge of acute and operative nursing. Student is able to recite the etiology, risk factors and prognosis in the most common acute and operative diseases. Student is able to partially discuss the care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of patients’ rehabilitation and health promotion. In his/her assignments the student is able to list some significant factors of patient care without reflecting in the references. Student follows the written instructions of JAMK partly.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo, Marjo Palovaara, Sinikka Holma

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

15.03.2021 - 21.05.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG1
Assessment methods

Exchange student 4

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Development as an Expert (ZWPP0500-3005),
01.08.2020 – 17.05.2021, 5 cr (SNS18S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student gains skills for bachelor’s degree studies and integrates into the learning and operating environment.

The student knows how to acquire and analyse information about bachelor’s degree studies, the professional field and the professional options in his/her field.

The student can assess his/her competence, set professional goals, make choices connected to studies and put them into practice.

The student gains job-seeking skills and is aware of opportunities for further education. (not translated)

Prerequisites and co-requisites

- (not translated)

Course contents

First year
FAMILIARISATION WITH JAMK’S LEARNING AND OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
The student completes a pre-assignment.
The student participates in orientation days and joint information sessions as well as the library’s information seeking training.
The student participates in small group work (peer tutor activities).
The student is aware of his/her position and rights in the learning and operating environment and follows the ethical principles.

OWN COMPETENCE – STARTING A PORTFOLIO
• The student recognises his/her starting points: What am I like? What can I do? Which networks do I operate in? *
• The student describes the current situation based on the starting points and analyses his/her professional interests and development needs.*
• The student defines a structure and implementation method for his/her portfolio and submits a preliminary version of the contents, taking the above into consideration.

CAREER PLANNING
• The student knows his/her job and educational opportunities, analyses his/her professional goals and plans choices that support them.
• The student answers the questions of Career Plan 1 before the personal PLP discussion with the career tutor.

STUDY PLANNING (PLP)
• The student prepares a Personal Learning Plan (PLP), taking into consideration his/her career plans and portfolio, and participates in the personal PLP discussion organised by the career tutor. The student enrols for courses (ASIO) and, if needed, applies for recognition of prior learning.

Second year
OWN COMPETENCE – MID-TERM PORTFOLIO
• The student works on his/her portfolio of the competence, outputs and feedback acquired during studies. The student is able to reflect on and describe his/her competence and the development of his/her professional identity in the portfolio.
• The student develops the portfolio’s visual and content structure towards a sample portfolio.

CAREER PLANNING
• The student updates and analyses his/her professional goals and their progress as a part of studies and makes further decisions connected to studies that support those goals.
• The student answers the questions of Career Plan 2 before the personal PLP discussion with the career tutor.

STUDY PLANNING (PLP)
• The student updates his/her PLP and reflects on the degree as a whole, such as the opportunities brought by entrepreneurship or internationalisation as a part of his/her studies.
• The student participates in the personal PLP discussion with a career tutor.

Third and fourth year
OWN COMPETENCE – SAMPLE PORTFOLIO
• The student prepares a sample portfolio required for applying for a job or place for further studies that also records the competence gained in work, extra-curricular activities and other studies.

CAREER PLANNING
• The student prepares to apply for a job or post-degree study place and recruitment situations by taking advantage of the events and information sessions offered as well as the material compiled in the Optima workspace.
• The student answers the questions of Career Plan 3 before the last personal PLP discussion with the teacher tutor.

STUDY PLANNING (PLP)
• The student prepares a plan for completing his/her studies within the target time.
• The student gives an overall assessment of the studies by filling in the AVOP - Graduand feedback.
• The student participates in the personal PLP discussion with the career tutor. (not translated)

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

First Year
• The student prepares a pre-assignment.
• The student participates in orientation days and joint information sessions as well as the library’s information seeking training.
• The student completes a field-specific introductory assignment/participates in a project connected to the professional field.
• The student commits to his/her studies and recognises his/her own guidance needs. The student is determined and studies in a goal-oriented fashion. He/she can operate in the JAMK learning and operating environment knowing his or her rights and obligations and the ethical principles.
• The student participates in small group work (peer tutor activities).

Second year
• The student can acquire and analyse information about bachelor’s degree studies, the professional field and different professional options in the field.
• The student can assess his/her competence, set professional goals, make choices connected to studies and put them into practice.
• He/she demonstrates this competence in the mid-term portfolio.

Third and fourth year
• The student is able to set goals for his/her own professional career development in an independent and responsible way.
• The student is able to critically assess his/her competence regarding the work tasks and standard they aspire to and the learning objectives of the degree.
• The student gains job-seeking skills and is aware of his/her development needs and opportunities for further education.

He/she demonstrates this competence in the sample portfolio. (not translated)

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Orientations
Communications, counselling and guidance work
Personal PLP discussions
Small group work
Independent work and material collection (preparing a portfolio)
Online work

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Riikka Sinivuo

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

01.08.2020 - 17.05.2021

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS18S1
Assessment methods

We advise and encourage all students to fill in the AVOP - Graduand feedback at the end/final stage of their studies.

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Clinical Examination and Assessment of the Care (SNZDW500-3003),
08.01.2021 – 25.03.2021, 5 cr (SNS18S1) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student masters holistic and culturally sensitive clinical examination and assessment of a client recognizing pathological changes in human bodily functions.
Student is able to make a nursing diagnosis, plan treatment and implement appropriate care using clinical decision making skills and consulting medical profession and other professionals as and when needed.
Student encounters the client as an active participator and utilizes appropriate client centered guidance methods in health related questions making use of technology.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the basic concepts and methods of health care clienthood and clinical nursing in social and healthcare environment. Student recognizes the aims, methods and principles of promoting health and functional ability of client in client centered manner. Student is able to utilize evidence based knowledge in nursing decision making.

Course contents

History taking of the patient. Basics of examination of the heart and circulatory system, ENT system and lungs, eyes and abdominal area. The basics of neurological, psychiatric and musculoskeletal inspection. Recognizing infectious diseases and treating minor traumas. Follow-up care and patient guidance in long-term diseases. Triage skills and patient guidance on care and services available. Assessing the need for care using different communication channels. Patient guidance in medication enforcing the patients skills and knowledge to self-care.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Pass:
Student is able to utilize evidence based information in making decisions in nursing. Student recognizes the responsibility and benefit of nursing in multiprofessional team and in social and healthcare services. Student reflects the ethical issues in nurse’s appointments and is able to present ideas for improvement. Student reflects own choices in assignments critically and analytically utilizing relevant, evidence based and multiprofessional knowledge.
Student is able to do patient assessment based on patient anamnesis and adequate examinations. Student can do a thorough physical examination utilizing appropriate medical equipment safely.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Contact teaching: theory lectures and skill labs
Independent learning

Lecturer(s)

Jaana Perttunen

Learning materials and recommended literature

Bickley, L. Bates’ Guide to Physical Examination & History Taking.
Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins. 10th (or newer) edition.
Pages: 3-41, 65-105, 303-340, 343-412, 449-504, 625-704, 711-793.

Supplementary material:
Bickley, L. & Prabhu, F. Case Studies to Accompany Bates' Guide to Physical Examination & History Taking
Material in the work space

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Jaana Perttunen, Janne Alenius, Sinikka Holma

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Information in the work space

Timing

08.01.2021 - 25.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Contact teaching 54h (2cr)
Independent learning 81h (3cr)

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS18S1
Seats

0 - 30

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face, Online learning

Share of virtual studies

2 cr
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Orientation Practice in Basics of Nursing (SWNS2017-3002),
31.08.2020 – 30.04.2021, 2 cr (SNS20SG2) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course
In this unit, you will learn how to apply theories of nursing care and use of assistive technology in a simulation environment.

Competences of the course
Clinical competence
Learning and information management competence
Patient safety and quality assurance competence

Learning outcomes of the course
You practice nursing techniques while taking into account aseptics and ergonomics. You are able to meet the basic needs of patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds through safe nursing care methods. You familiarize yourself with methods of professional interaction with patients, while taking into account multiculturalism and other diversities.

Course contents

Aseptic working methods in nursing
Ergonomic patient handling techniques and assistive technologies
Patient hygiene needs and enabling patient autonomy
Measuring vital signs
Management of voiding and elimination
Basic nursing interventions in nutrition
Basic laboratory samples
Injections and drug therapy

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

Pass
You are able to interact with patients professionally. You are able to identify the patients' needs and respond to them through relevant and appropriate nursing interventions, while taking into account patient safety. You apply asepstics and ergonomics in nursing.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Contact learning: simulation practice in laboratory classroom
Skill test with peer evaluation

Lecturer(s)

Suleiman Kamau

Learning materials and recommended literature

Potter, P. A. & Perry A. G. 2015 Basic nursing. Essentials for practice. St. Louis (MO): Mosby

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Floro Cubelo, Suleiman Kamau

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

31.08.2020 - 30.04.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Laboratory classes and skill test 48 h
Independent learning 8 h

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG2
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 2 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Clinical Decision Making in Nursing (SNZD1500-3003),
08.01.2021 – 25.03.2021, 4 cr (SNS18S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is able to apply critical thinking skills and make independent and evidence based decisions as a nursing professional in evaluating the client`s need for care, performing nursing duties and in guidance of follow-up care. She/he makes use of multi-professional team bearing also in mind the ethical principles of nursing. Student is able to carry out actions, that facilitate seeking the most beneficial outcomes for the health objectives of a client, family and community in their cultural context. Student encounters the client as active participant and uses suitable client-centered counseling and guidance methods. The learning outcomes are accomplished in each student’s own area of expertise. The language skills of each student affect to the selection of the area of expertise.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters client-centered care, main concepts and methods in social and healthcare environment, being familiar with the aims and nursing methods that will promote client`s health and functioning. Student is able to utilize evidence based knowledge in nursing decision making. Student masters methods in clinical examination of a patient and is able to determine the need for nursing care.

Course contents

Evaluating the need and urgency for care and making necessary conclusions. Follow-up care, treatment and guidance. Evidence based practice in care. Prevention of diseases, evaluation of health risks. Guidance of health services, group and individual counseling. Ethical decision-making. Medication guidance and jurispurence, consultation of other professionals.
Student masters medical calculations.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

(5)
Student possesses deep knowledge in evidence based planning, implementation and evaluation in nursing. Student masters care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of the rehabilitative and health promotive care. Students learning assignments indicate deep reflection, comparison and evaluation of information from diverse aspects. Student utilizes versatile references. In written assignments, the student is able to use JAMK´s written instructions.
(4)
Student possesses good knowledge in evidence based planning, implementation and evaluation in nursing. Student masters care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of the rehabilitative and health promotive care. Students learning assignments indicate reflection, comparison and evaluation of information from diverse aspects. Student utilizes relevant references. In written assignments, the student is able to use JAMK´s written instructions.
(3)
Student possesses knowledge in evidence based planning, implementation and evaluation in nursing. Student masters care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of the rehabilitative and health promotive care. Students learning assignments indicate reflection, comparison and evaluation of information from some aspects. Student utilizes relevant references. In written assignments, the student is able to use JAMK´s written instructions.
(2)
Student possesses basic knowledge in evidence based planning, implementation and evaluation in nursing. Student understands care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of the rehabilitative and health promotive care. Students learning assignments indicate reflection, comparison and evaluation of information from few aspects. Student utilizes references. In written assignments, the student is mainly able to use JAMK´s written instructions.
(1)
Student possesses basic knowledge in evidence based planning, implementation and evaluation in nursing. Student understands care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of the rehabilitative and health promotive care. Student utilizes references in assignments. In written assignments, the student is partly able to use JAMK´s written instructions.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Lectures
Case studies,
E-learning
Flipped classroom
Independent study

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Learning materials and recommended literature

Hotus Nursing research foundation recommendations
NICE guidelines
WHO Health topics and 2020 Policy
EBM guidelines and recommendations
National Institute for health and social services web pages (THL)
Ministry of social affairs and health: health and social services in Finland (STM)
Jasper, M., Rosser, M., Mooney, G.P., Koubel, G. & Elliott, l. 2013. Professional development, reflection and decision-making in nursing and health care. Chichester, West Sussex, U.K. : Wiley-Blackwell , 2013. Available as electronic publication.

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Riikka Sinivuo, Suleiman Kamau

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Will be informed in course info.

Timing

08.01.2021 - 25.03.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Contact teaching 40 hours
E-learning 27 hours
Independent study 41 hours

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS18S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Working Life Skills and Team Leadership (SWNS2030-3001),
26.10.2020 – 18.12.2020, 5 cr (SNS19SG2) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The purpose of the course
This course will increase your understanding of the principles of self and peer management. In addition, you will be able to work in a team and as a team leader and have the ability to evaluate the performance and its quality from many different angles.

Learning outcomes of the course
After completing the course, you will understand and apply the principles of self-leadership, responsibility, peer leadership and collegiality in the work and development of the work community. You recognize the importance and role of team and teamwork in nursing and leadership. You know how to support successful teamwork and team leadership. You will understand the principles of cost-conscious operations and apply them to the practical work of your profession. You will be able to evaluate and develop activities and their effectiveness and impact. You will be able to ensure and develop, together with the work community, the quality of care and work and self-monitoring.

Principles of team operations: roles, responsibilities, interaction and team leadership.
A dedicated, innovative and self-directed team.
Importance of self-knowledge in self-management and work community development.
Work community skills and work behavior in constructing work atmosphere and well-being at work.
Sustainable development of the work community and the team.
Cost consciousness principles of operation and application in practice.
Evaluation and development of effectiveness and impact.
Quality characteristics, management, measurement, evaluation and control.
Quality development and assurance, quality tools and self-monitoring.

Course contents

Teamwork principles and teamwork development.
Roles, Responsibilities, Interaction and Team Leadership.
Conflict resolution and team innovation.
A dedicated and self-directed team.
Importance of self-knowledge in self-management and work community development.
Work community skills and work behavior in constructing work atmosphere and well-being at work.
Sustainable development of the work community.
Principles and practical application of cost-conscious operations.
Evaluation and development of effectiveness and impact.
Quality characteristics, management, measurement, evaluation and control.
Quality development and assurance, quality tools and self-monitoring.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Sufficient 1
You recognize the key principles of teamwork and understand the importance of teamwork in nursing leadership.

You outline some of the contents of self-leadership and peer-to-peer leadership.

You will be able to name cost-critical factors from the perspective of your profession.

You recognize the factors that influence quality and the methods of quality assurance.

Satisfactory 2

You will understand the key principles and responsibilities of teamwork and will be able to apply some of the teamwork development techniques in nursing management.

You understand the essential contents of self-leadership and peer-to-peer leadership.

You will be able to deduct the cost-critical factors in your profession.

You understand the factors that influence quality and know how to use some quality assurance methods.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3

You will be able to analyze team activities and apply team development methods responsibly in nursing management.

You can look at yourself and your peers in a constructive way as part of work community development.

You can evaluate cost factors in your professional field.

You can evaluate the factors that influence quality to ensure quality.

4
You can interpret interpretations of team activities and develop team responsibil- ity.

You can carry out constructive self and peer review as part of the development of the work community.

You will be able to compare and explain cost factors in your profession.

You will be able to analyze the factors affecting quality and justify measures to improve quality.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

You know how to lead a team and responsible team development.

You will be able to evaluate and develop yourself critically and constructively and take responsibility for work and the functioning and development of the work community.

You can explain the cost factors in your profession and develop the economics and effectiveness of your operations.

You will be able to analyze the factors affecting quality and take steps to improve quality.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Riitta Räsänen

Lecturer(s)

Sari Järvinen, Riitta Räsänen

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

26.10.2020 - 18.12.2020

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG2
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

5 cr
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Future Factory project for nursing (ZN00BB61-3002),
15.03.2021 – 21.05.2021, 5 cr (SNS20SG2, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student understands the importance of multidisciplinary and customer-oriented project work in working life oriented development, innovation and problem solving. He / she is capable of responsible work and interaction by utilizing and sharing his / her expertise. She applies project expertise and works on a wide range of workplace development projects.
He / she is able to evaluate the development of his / her skills and teamwork.

Course contents

Project expertise and multi-professional teamwork
Project planning and implementation
Customer Interface Working
Design thinking and user-oriented design tools
Deepening or broadening professional expertise

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

Criteria for acceptance are:
Students work responsibly and customer-oriented in a multidisciplinary project team.
Through their interaction and sharing of expertise, they promote workplace development projects. They apply innovation and project methods as part of their development work. They assess the development of their own skills and the activities of the project team.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

Will be informed when the course starts

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Lectures
Project work in groups
Project presentations in seminar

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Suleiman Kamau

Working life cooperation

Project work in collaboration with selected partners

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

15.03.2021 - 21.05.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Lectures and case study 23h
Project work 112 hours

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Bachelor's Thesis (ZZOA0120-3007),
11.01.2021 – 31.07.2021, 15 cr (SNS19S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course:
The student prepares a working life oriented thesis as part of their bachelor's degree in which they demonstrate their competence required for expert duties in the field as well as general working life skills.

Course competences
Learning and information management competence
Entrepreneurship, innovation and working community competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Ethical competence

EUR-ACE accredited degree programmes
Research and information retrieval
Engineering practice
Communication and team-working

Intended learning outcomes:
As a student, you recognise development needs in working life and in your own field. You plan a development assignment or research related to them, which you implement as your thesis. You use reliable and research-based information from different sources in compliance with source criticism and the principles of good scientific practice. In your development assignment or research, you apply your competence in the field as well as your development and research competence. You are able to communicate about your thesis at different stages of the process to different target groups in an illustrative way, both in writing and orally. You act in compliance with the principles of ethical research.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Sufficient familiarity with own professional field and mastery of development and research methods.

Course contents

Thesis process and practices (thesis topic proposal, plan, implementation, reporting, publication, open science)
Information seeking and source criticism
Writing the thesis and drawing up a theoretical framework
Thesis assessment

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

The thesis evaluation criteria at levels adequate 1 and satisfactory 2 are described in the thesis evaluation criteria form.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

The thesis evaluation criteria at levels good 3 and very good 4 are described in the thesis evaluation criteria form.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

The thesis evaluation criterion at level excellent 5 is described in the thesis evaluation criteria form.

Further information

Thesis writing (2 cr) is a course offered by the Language Centre that is part of the thesis. The student chooses an implementation suitable for them from the offering. The most suitable time for this is when you have familiarised yourself with the sources and are writing the theory part of the thesis and have 3 to 5 pages of text based on sources ready.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

Thesis process begins when you have made an electronic proposal for the thesis topic and you have been named the main supervisor. The main supervisor schedules the small group and individual supervision of the thesis with his / her group. Small group and individual counselling meetings are on-line and face-to-face.

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Small group and individual meetings held by the main supervisor online and also face-to-face contact
Peer discussion and support
Presentation of the thesis topic and plan in small group meetings
Information seeking workshops held by an Information Specialist
A separate implementation of thesis writing provided by the JAMK Language Center
Independent work: systematic information seeking, writing a thesis plan, taking care of agreements and research permits related to the thesis, implementing the functional or empirical phase and collecting and analyzing material or data, writing a thesis according to JAMK's reporting or project guidelines, presenting the thesis, self-evaluation

Lecturer(s)

Marjo Palovaara

Learning materials and recommended literature

On the basis of systematic information seeking, the student obtains scientific literature suitable for the topic, problem solving and development or research methods of the thesis, which are referred to in the thesis in accordance with JAMK's reporting guidelines

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki, Riikka Sinivuo, Marjo Palovaara, Suleiman Kamau

Working life cooperation

The thesis is done as a working life-oriented research-based development work or research. It can also be connected to RDI project.

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

11.01.2021 - 31.07.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

1. Thesis planning 81 hours (3 cr)
- Information seeking workshops - carried out by an Information Specialist
- Systematic information seeking and familiarization with source material independently
- Writing and presenting a thesis plan and participating in small group and individual meetings
- Management of agreements and necessary research permit issues

2. Thesis writing conducted by JAMK Language Center 54 hours (2 cr)

3. Implementation phase 162 hours (6 cr)
- Empirical and functional phase, data collection and analysis
- Participation in small group and individual meetings

4. Thesis reporting and evaluation 108 hours (4 cr)
- Thesis writing, presentation, evaluation, archiving and publishing

Total 405 hours (15 cr, the workload of one credit is 27 hours)

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020

Content scheduling

0. The thesis process begins with an electronic topic proposal and the appointment of a main supervisor.
1. Thesis planning: information acquisition workshops, small group and individual supervision. presentation and approval of the thesis plan incl. data or material collection instruments, thesis agreement and necessary research permitions
2. Writing a thesis, a separate non-stop implementation by the Language Center, to which you register
3. Thesis implementation: empirical or functional implementation phase of the thesis, data collection and analysis
4. Thesis reporting and evaluation: Thesis writing, presentation, evaluation, archiving and publishing
Groups
- SNS19S1
Assessment methods

The thesis is assessed with separate thesis evaluation criteria.
The main supervisor of the thesis provides developmental feedback throughout the thesis process.
Assessment methods: self-assessment, thesis statement - host company or organisation, supervisor's assessment, the assessment decision based on these documents is made by the thesis working group according to the degree regulations

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Share of R&D studies

15 cr
Credits
- 15 cr
Unit

Liiketoimintayksikkö
Cultural Nursing (SWNS2029-3001),
11.01.2021 – 30.04.2021, 3 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose
This course introduces you to cultural effects on individuals, families and communities in every-day life and health care, as well as environmental risks for health and well-being.

Nursing competences
Guidance and interaction competence
Internationalization and communications competence

Learning outcomes:
You recognize cultural effects on individuals, families and communities in every-day life, communication and health beliefs and values. You have basic skills for operating in multicultural environment. You know cultural concepts related to health care context. You are able to plan evidence-based nursing care and counseling for patients and families from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally sensitive manner. You know about global environmental risks for health and well-being. You know the most common tropical diseases and basics of their nursing and medical care as well prevention of the illnesses.

Course contents

Basics of multicultural nursing theories
Basic concepts of multicultural nursing
Cross-cultural communication
Environmental health
Health related cultural beliefs and values
Tropical diseases

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1 Sufficient
You know about cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are familiar with cultural concepts related to health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being. You present your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases, their nursing and medical care and prevention. You demonstrate basic cross-cultural communication skills.

2 Satisfactory
You recognize cultural effects on people and societies and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You know cultural concepts related to health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being. You implement your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care considering these in the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate basic cross-cultural communication skills.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3 Good
You demonstrate your knowledge about cultural effects on people and societies and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

4 Very good
You demonstrate understanding cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to apply the understanding in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context fluently. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement comprehensive knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5 Excellent
You demonstrate understanding cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to apply the understanding in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context fluently. You demonstrate comprehensive evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being critically assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement excellent knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Lecturer(s)

Janne Alenius, Riikka Sinivuo

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

11.01.2021 - 30.04.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- SAR20S1
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
Seats

0 - 30

Assessment methods

Exchange student 4

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Cultural Nursing (SWNS2029-3002),
11.01.2021 – 30.04.2021, 3 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose
This course introduces you to cultural effects on individuals, families and communities in every-day life and health care, as well as environmental risks for health and well-being.

Nursing competences
Guidance and interaction competence
Internationalization and communications competence

Learning outcomes:
You recognize cultural effects on individuals, families and communities in every-day life, communication and health beliefs and values. You have basic skills for operating in multicultural environment. You know cultural concepts related to health care context. You are able to plan evidence-based nursing care and counseling for patients and families from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally sensitive manner. You know about global environmental risks for health and well-being. You know the most common tropical diseases and basics of their nursing and medical care as well prevention of the illnesses.

Course contents

Basics of multicultural nursing theories
Basic concepts of multicultural nursing
Cross-cultural communication
Environmental health
Health related cultural beliefs and values
Tropical diseases

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1 Sufficient
You know about cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are familiar with cultural concepts related to health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being. You present your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases, their nursing and medical care and prevention. You demonstrate basic cross-cultural communication skills.

2 Satisfactory
You recognize cultural effects on people and societies and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You know cultural concepts related to health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being. You implement your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care considering these in the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate basic cross-cultural communication skills.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3 Good
You demonstrate your knowledge about cultural effects on people and societies and are able to use the knowledge in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement your knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

4 Very good
You demonstrate understanding cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to apply the understanding in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context fluently. You demonstrate evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement comprehensive knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5 Excellent
You demonstrate understanding cultural effects on people and societies, and are able to apply the understanding in planning evidence-based nursing care of patients from different cultural backgrounds in ethical and culturally competent manner. You are able to use cultural concepts in health care context fluently. You demonstrate comprehensive evidence-based knowledge on global environmental risks for health and well-being critically assessing their impacts on individuals and societies. You implement excellent knowledge of the most common tropical diseases and their nursing and medical care, applying the knowledge to the planning of nursing process. You demonstrate good cross-cultural communication skills.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Lecturer(s)

Janne Alenius, Riikka Sinivuo

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

11.01.2021 - 30.04.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- SAR20S1
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
- ZJA20SSSHP
Seats

20 - 20

Assessment methods

Open Studies 10

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Mental health, addiction and crises nursing (SNZB1900-3001),
08.01.2021 – 19.03.2021, 5 cr (SNS19S1) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is able to recognize the global challenges in mental health. Student is able to apply evidence-based knowledge of nursing diagnosing and nursing intervention in prevention, treatment and monitoring of the most common mental health disorders, addiction problems and acute crises and traumas. Student is able to plan, implement and evaluate the nursing care of the patient based on a cooperative relationship with the patient and family. Student understands the importance of multiprofessional team work.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the basic knowledge, the core concepts and methods of the operating environment and clienthood in social and health care. Student masters the health promotion and preventive care aims, methods and patient education. Student knows the basis of evidence-based decision-making.

Course contents

Attitudes and values in mental health, addiction and crisis nursing.
Mental health promotion, etiology of most common addiction and mental health disorders, risks and protective factors, early recognition, referral to treatment, care and rehabilitation.
Phases and nursing interventions of acute crisis
The service system of mental health, addiction and crisis work and related co-operative networks, global and national guidelines and legislation, evidence based nursing within mental health and addiction nursing.
Cooperative relationship and related nursing interventions and mentoring
Special issues in mental health and addiction nursing (ethics, stigma, attitudes, social exclusion, family point of view and safety)

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Excellent (5): The student has excellent knowledge to early recognition of most common mental health and addiction problems. S/he is able to plan, implement and evaluate the nursing process in evidence based manner. Student´s ability to apply the principles of patient and family centered way to work to promote the mental health and addiction free life of patient and family is excellent. The student is able to explain and argue the etiology, risk factors and possible life changes of the most common mental health and addiction problems in different ways. The student demonstrates in-depth analysis, comparison and evaluation of evidence-based knowledge from different perspectives in written assignments. Student complies the JAMK's written work instructions with written assignments.
Very good (4): The student has very good knowledge to early recognition of most common mental health and addiction problems. S/he is able to plan, implement and evaluate the nursing process in evidence based manner. Student´s ability to adapt the principles of patient and family centered way to work to promote the mental health and addiction free life of patient and family is very good. The student is able to explain and argue the etiology, risk factors and possible life changes of the most common mental health and addiction problems. S/he is able analyze and combine knowledge by highlighting different aspects and comparing their similarities and differences in written assignments. The student complies the JAMK's written work instructions.
Good (3): The student has good knowledge to early recognition of most common mental health and addiction problems. S/he is able to plan, implement and evaluate the nursing process in evidence based manner. The student´s ability to adapt the principles of patient and family centered way to work to promote the mental health and addiction free life of patient and family is good. S/he is able to explain the etiology, risk factors and possible life changes of the most common mental health and addiction problems. The student is able to apply knowledge and to bring out essential viewpoints comprehensively in written assignments. S/he also demonstrates reflection and/or uses illustrative examples. The student complies the JAMK's written work instructions with written tasks.
Satisfactory (2): The student has basic knowledge to early recognition of most common mental health and addiction problems. S/he is able to plan, implement and evaluate the nursing process in evidence based manner. Student´s ability to adapt the principles of patient and family centered way to work to promote the mental health and addiction free life of patient and family is satisfactory. The student is able to name the etiology, risk factors and possible life changes of the most common mental health and addiction problems. S/he is able to find the relevant issues related to course content. The used examples show's own thinking, but the connections between the theory of knowledge and examples are lacking in written assignments. The content is narrow and definitions are not justified. The student complies partly the JAMK's written work instructions.
Sufficient (1): The student has some basic knowledge to early recognition of most common mental health and addiction problems. S/he is able to plan, implement and evaluate the nursing process in evidence based manner. Student´s ability to adapt the principles of patient and family centered way to work to promote the mental health and addiction free life of patient and family is sufficient. The student is able to list the etiology, risk factors and possible life changes of the most common mental health and addiction problems. S/he brings out some essential issues by narrow way and/or by repeating the sources in written assignments. A clear point of view is lacking and the presentations are superficial. Students´ own reflection is absent. The student doesn't comply the JAMK's written work instructions.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki

Lecturer(s)

Tiia Luotojoki

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

08.01.2021 - 19.03.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS19S1
Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
English for Working Life (ZWPC0220-3008),
11.01.2021 – 30.04.2021, 4 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

In the course English for Working Life you will learn to operate in English in situations related to international working life.

You will also increase your self-confidence in speaking and writing in professional contexts. In addition, you will learn to follow the developments in your field locally and globally.

After taking the course, you will have learned to write texts related to your future profession in an appropriate style. You will also have gained confidence in spoken interaction and acquired vocabulary that will benefit you later in your career.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

The course is on level B2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. If the course Improve your English was recommended to you at the beginning of your studies, please take it before enrolling for English for Working Life.

In this course you will need the basic ICT-skills, such as word processing and creating audio and video files.

Course contents

The central contents of the course are:
- telling about your studies and looking for employment
- oral and written communication in working life, for example meetings, small talk, customer service, telephoning and emailing, and expressing your own opinion
- producing formal text, such as reports, instructions or summaries
- field-specific terminology
- presentations, workshops, group discussions

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

1 The students are able to communicate understandably both in speech and writing in simple and routine work tasks and other situations. They can understand the central content of speech and writing dealing with familiar topics. They have a sufficient command of the basic structures of the language for the delivery of their message. The level of their pronunciation is sufficient for the delivery of the main content of their message. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

2 The students are able to communicate understandably both orally and in writing in routine and familiar work duties and situations although their language use is at times slow and incoherent. They understand clear speech and writing with familiar content. They have an adequate command of the basic structures of the language. Their vocabulary is sufficient for every-day situations and reasonably adequate for basic field-specific situations. The level of their pronunciation is sufficient for the delivery of content.The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3 The students can manage well both oral and written situations in working life and every-day life. The students can write a text with coherent content. They understand speech with a normal tempo, but unusual topics and language deviating from standard use cause difficulties. They can understand demanding written content related to their own field, although some details may remain unclear. They can use the grammatical structures of the language in a versatile way, and their mistakes do not hinder communication. The students’ command of the vocabulary of the language is sufficient for communicating the central content even in demanding tasks and situations. Their pronunciation is adequate. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

4 The students are able to communicate fluently in different situations and produce clear and fluent language with adequate style. They have no difficulty in understanding and producing speech and writing needed in working life although expressions deviating from the standard use of the language cause problems to some extent. The students have a good command of the language and its use, but occasional problems may arise. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

5 The students are able to communicate with great fluency and active participation in a wide variety of situations. They also portray considerable versatility and an appropriate sense of style in their ability to apply the learning content of the course to demanding working life situations. They have no difficulties in understanding different kinds of language users although fine nuances and speech deviating significantly from standard language can sometimes be challenging. The students can understand and produce demanding content in both speech and writing. Their language use is practically flawless. The students act responsibly and abide by established agreements.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

Online, starting 18th Jan.

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Online course, starting Jan 18th. This is an online course on Moodle that does not include contact sessions. The course has a detailed timetable that will be announced as the course starts. The course is divided into parts that have their own deadlines. Each part needs to be completed in the timetable and order given. After each part the teacher will go through the assignments and give you either individual feedback or group feedback that you will use when finishing the following part.

You will be mostly working independently but the course also includes some group activities.

You will need a computer that is compatible with the online working environment. Moreover, good command of online learning environment and presentation tools is required. You will need a headset and a microphone. Online courses include both written and spoken assignments and assignments that are handed in online for evaluation. Speaking assignments are video assignments and video meetings. You will need to have a web-camera and have to be able to present a proof of identification.

Lecturer(s)

Paula Vuorinen

Lecturer(s)

Paula Vuorinen

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

11.01.2021 - 30.04.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- SNS20SGU
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
Seats

12 - 26

Assessment methods

Open Studies 5 (SNS)

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

4 cr
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Liiketoimintayksikkö
Working Life Skills and Team Leadership (SWNS2030-3002),
15.03.2021 – 21.05.2021, 5 cr (SNS21VK, ...) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The purpose of the course
This course will increase your understanding of the principles of self and peer management. In addition, you will be able to work in a team and as a team leader and have the ability to evaluate the performance and its quality from many different angles.

Learning outcomes of the course
After completing the course, you will understand and apply the principles of self-leadership, responsibility, peer leadership and collegiality in the work and development of the work community. You recognize the importance and role of team and teamwork in nursing and leadership. You know how to support successful teamwork and team leadership. You will understand the principles of cost-conscious operations and apply them to the practical work of your profession. You will be able to evaluate and develop activities and their effectiveness and impact. You will be able to ensure and develop, together with the work community, the quality of care and work and self-monitoring.

Principles of team operations: roles, responsibilities, interaction and team leadership.
A dedicated, innovative and self-directed team.
Importance of self-knowledge in self-management and work community development.
Work community skills and work behavior in constructing work atmosphere and well-being at work.
Sustainable development of the work community and the team.
Cost consciousness principles of operation and application in practice.
Evaluation and development of effectiveness and impact.
Quality characteristics, management, measurement, evaluation and control.
Quality development and assurance, quality tools and self-monitoring.

Course contents

Teamwork principles and teamwork development.
Roles, Responsibilities, Interaction and Team Leadership.
Conflict resolution and team innovation.
A dedicated and self-directed team.
Importance of self-knowledge in self-management and work community development.
Work community skills and work behavior in constructing work atmosphere and well-being at work.
Sustainable development of the work community.
Principles and practical application of cost-conscious operations.
Evaluation and development of effectiveness and impact.
Quality characteristics, management, measurement, evaluation and control.
Quality development and assurance, quality tools and self-monitoring.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Sufficient 1
You recognize the key principles of teamwork and understand the importance of teamwork in nursing leadership.

You outline some of the contents of self-leadership and peer-to-peer leadership.

You will be able to name cost-critical factors from the perspective of your profession.

You recognize the factors that influence quality and the methods of quality assurance.

Satisfactory 2

You will understand the key principles and responsibilities of teamwork and will be able to apply some of the teamwork development techniques in nursing management.

You understand the essential contents of self-leadership and peer-to-peer leadership.

You will be able to deduct the cost-critical factors in your profession.

You understand the factors that influence quality and know how to use some quality assurance methods.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

3

You will be able to analyze team activities and apply team development methods responsibly in nursing management.

You can look at yourself and your peers in a constructive way as part of work community development.

You can evaluate cost factors in your professional field.

You can evaluate the factors that influence quality to ensure quality.

4
You can interpret interpretations of team activities and develop team responsibil- ity.

You can carry out constructive self and peer review as part of the development of the work community.

You will be able to compare and explain cost factors in your profession.

You will be able to analyze the factors affecting quality and justify measures to improve quality.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

You know how to lead a team and responsible team development.

You will be able to evaluate and develop yourself critically and constructively and take responsibility for work and the functioning and development of the work community.

You can explain the cost factors in your profession and develop the economics and effectiveness of your operations.

You will be able to analyze the factors affecting quality and take steps to improve quality.

Language of instruction

English

Lecturer(s)

Riitta Räsänen

Lecturer(s)

Sari Järvinen, Riitta Räsänen

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

15.03.2021 - 21.05.2021

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 13.12.2020
Groups
- SNS21VK
- SNS19SG1
- SNS19SG2
Seats

0 - 25

Assessment methods

Open university 5 students
Exchange students 5 students

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

5 cr
Credits
- 5 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Evidence Based Nursing (SWNS2014-3001),
31.08.2020 – 31.12.2020, 3 cr (SNS20SG1, ...) — Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose
This course will introduce you to evidence-based nursing and how to use it in decision-making in nursing. In addition, you will understand the responsibilities of your own professional role in evidence-based nursing.

Learning outcomes of the course
Ethical competence in nursing
Evidence-based and decision-making competence
Learning and knowledge management competence

Outcomes
You know the basic concepts of nursing science as a starting point for nursing. You will be able to retrieve information from key nursing databases, summarize research information, and apply evidence-based knowledge and ethical principles in nursing in your learning assignment. You can present your evidence-based nursing competence with your assignments. You know how to document nursing as required by law. Familiarize yourself with the nursing decision-making process.

Course contents

Key concepts in nursing, values, nursing process, databases in nursing, nursing recommendations, documentation and the laws connected to it.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Sufficient 1
You can name concepts, databases and recommendations for nursing. You know the basics of using evidence-based information. You recognize nursing process and are able to describe the most common issues needing documentation. You recognize the responsibility associated with your professional role in evidence-based nursing and decision-making.

Satisfactory 2
You have an overview of the concepts, databases and recommendations used in nursing. You understand the basics of utilizing evidence-based information. You understand the nursing process and are able to describe the most common issues needing documentation. You can describe the responsibilities associated with your professional role in evidence-based nursing and decision-making.

Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4

Good 3
You have an overview of the concepts, databases and recommendations used in nursing and are able to retrieve and utilize the information. You understand the basics of utilizing evidence-based information. You understand the nursing process and are able to justify the most common documentation in nursing. You understand the responsibility of your own professional role in evidence-based nursing and decision-making.

Very good 4
You have a broad understanding of the concepts, databases, and recommendations used in nursing, and can apply them. You know the process of nursing and justify the most common documentation in nursing. You can apply the responsibilities associated with your professional role in evidence-based nursing and decision-making.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

Outstanding 5
You have a broad understanding of the concepts, databases and recommendations used in nursing, you can retrieve and summarize information, and apply and evaluate information. You know the nursing process and justify and evaluate the most common documentation in nursing. You are able to apply and evaluate the responsibilities associated with your professional role in evidence-based nursing and decision-making.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Activating contact lectures
Dialogue learning
E-learning
Independent learning

Lecturer(s)

Marjo Palovaara

Learning materials and recommended literature

Jasper, M., Rosser, M.& Mooney, G. 2013. Vital Notes for Nurses : Professional Development, Reflection and Decision-Making in Nursing and Healthcare (2nd Edition. John Wiley & Sons

Snyder, S., Berman, A.J., Kozier, B.J. & Erb, G. 2012. Kozier & Erb ìs Fundamentals of Nursing. Consepts, Process and Practice. 9.edition. Pearson Education.

Nursing databases and recommendations http: //www.jamk.fi/en/Services/library/Guides/Social-Services-and-Health/

JBI library
Lloyd, H., Hancock, H. & Campbell, S. 2007. Principles of care. Oxford : Blackwell Publishing.
Evidence-Based Medicine Guidelines (Terveysportti) http://www.terveysportti.fi/dtk/ebmg/home
The Finnish Medical Society Duodecim (kaypahoito) http://www.kaypahoito.fi/web/english/home
Cochrane Library http://www.cochrane.org/reviews/
Lecture materials

Lecturer(s)

Marjo Palovaara, Floro Cubelo

Working life cooperation

-

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

31.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

14 h lecture, 16 h dialogue learning, 27 h E-learning, 24 h independent study= 81 hrs student workload

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS20SG1
- SNS20SGU
- ZJA20SSNS
- SNS20SG2
- SNS20S1
Small groups
- Ohjattu pienryhmä 1 (: 15. : 0.)
- Ohjattu pienryhmä 2 (: 15. : 0.)
Seats

0 - 60

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Share of virtual studies

3 cr
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Family and community nursing (SNZC1530-3002),
15.03.2021 – 21.05.2021, 3 cr (SNS19SG2) — Face-to-face +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student has knowledge of promoting family health in different stages of life, recognizing and considering variety within families. Student is able to plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based culturally sensitive family nursing care. Student is able to apply the knowledge of sexual- and reproductive health in family nursing. Student understands the effect of community on an individual and family, and is able to assess environmental risks in the community.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the basic knowledge and interventions of health promotion, preventive nursing and public health nursing. Student is familiar with the stages of human growth and development (physical, psychosocial and cognitive)and human life span.

Course contents

Different concepts of families.
Culturally sensitive family health promotion and health-supporting networks.
Family nursing process.
Basics of community nursing
Womens’ health and maternity care, supporting paternity.
Basics of gynecology.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

Outstanding (5)
The student demonstrates his/her comprehensive and extensive knowledge in promoting health in families and communities, implementing family nursing process in a culturally sensitive manner. The student masters extensive knowledge of basics of sexual- and reproductive health. S/he is able to critically analyze his/her knowledge base showing creative thinking. The student is able to solve the learning assignments using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge extensively in a developing manner.

Excellent (4)
The student demonstrates his/her comprehensive knowledge of promoting health in families and communities, implementing family nursing process in a culturally sensitive manner. The student masters comprehensive knowledge of basics of sexual- and reproductive health. S/he is able to critically analyze his/her knowledge base. The student is able to solve the learning assignments using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge extensively in a developing manner.

Good (3)
The student demonstrates his/her basic knowledge of promoting health in families and communities, implementing family nursing process considering cultural sensitivity. The student masters basic knowledge of sexual- and reproductive health. S/he is able to analyze his/her knowledge base. The student is able to solve the learning assignments using evidence-based multidisciplinary knowledge in a developing manner.

Satisfactory(2)
The student demonstrates his/her sufficient knowledge of promoting health in families and communities and implementing family nursing process recognizing cultural aspects. The student masters partially the basic knowledge of sexual- and reproductive health. S/he is able to analyze his/her knowledge base. The student is able to solve the learning assignments using evidence-based knowledge.

Poor (1)
The student demonstrates his/her meager knowledge of promoting health in families and communities,implementing family nursing process. The student masters partially the basic knowledge of sexual- and reproductive health. S/he analyzes his/her knowledge base inadequately. The student is able to solve the learning assignments.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Active lectures, case-work, exams, independent studies, portfolio.

Lecturer(s)

Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Learning materials and recommended literature

Jordan R. Marfell J, Engstrom J, Farley C. 2014. Prenatal and postnaltal care: a woman-centered approach. (e-book)
Harmon Hanson SM, Gedaly-Duff V, Rowe-Kaakinen J. 2010. Family Health Care Nursing. (e-book)
Maurer F & Smith C. 2012. Community/Public Health Nursing Practice: Health for Families and Populations, 5th Edition. (e-book)
Hogan MA,Wellever J, Ricci MJ. 2018. Community Health Nursing (e-book)
Evidence based current articles
Relevant nursing guidelines

Lecturer(s)

Riina Sahlman, Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Timing

15.03.2021 - 21.05.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Lectures and exams 38 hours
Portfolio 27 hours
Independent studies 16 hours

Enrollment

02.11.2020 - 30.11.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG2
Assessment methods

Exchange student 4

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face
Credits
- 3 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Acute and Perioperative Nursing (SNZC1510-3002),
26.10.2020 – 18.12.2020, 4 cr (SNS19SG2) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is familiar with the principles and processes of operative and acute nursing. Student possesses the basic competences in multicultural patient centered perioperative nursing. Student is able to recognize the most common acute disorders in human body. Student can observe and care for a patient suffering from acute illnesses. Student masters the medical calculations and is able to implement safe medical care. Student is able to use and interpret the most common technological devices in acute and operative nursing safely.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Student masters the basic knowledge and interventions of health promotion, preventive nursing and public health nursing.

Course contents

Acute disorders, triage, perioperative nursing process, surgical patient´s care path, patient safety, radiation safety, nutrition, wound care, acute pain management, infection control, patient education, rehabilitation, medical calculation, pharmacotherapy, fluid therapy, continuous care

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2

(5)
Student has comprehensive knowledge of acute and operative nursing. Student is able to explain and justify comprehensively the etiology, risk factors and prognosis in the most common acute and operative diseases. Student is able to analyze and justify the care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and understands the importance of care models as part of patients’ rehabilitation and health promotion. Student shows deep reflection, comparison and evaluation from several aspects utilizing versatile evidence based material. Student is able to present his/her own developmental ideas in discussion. Student follows the written instructions of JAMK.
(4)
Student has comprehensive knowledge of acute and operative nursing. Student explains with justifications the etiology, risk factors and prognosis in the most common acute and operative diseases. Student is able to analyze the care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and understands the importance of care models as part of patients’ rehabilitation and health promotion. In his/her assignments the student reflects, compares and evaluates several aspects utilizing versatile evidence based material. Student follows the written instructions of JAMK.
(3)
Student has knowledge of acute and operative nursing. Student recognizes the etiology, risk factors and prognosis in the most common acute and operative diseases. Student is able to explain the care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and understands the importance of care models as part of patients’ rehabilitation and health promotion. In his/her assignments the student reflects, compares and evaluates several aspects utilizing evidence based material. Student follows the written instructions of JAMK.
(2)
Student has basic knowledge of acute and operative nursing. Student is able to recite the etiology, risk factors and prognosis in the most common acute and operative diseases. Student is able to give an example of the care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of patients’ rehabilitation and health promotion. The examples show understanding but the connection between theoretical and practical knowledge is missing. In his/her assignments the student reflects, compares and evaluates basic aspects utilizing mainly evidence based material. Student follows the written instructions of JAMK.
(1)
Student has basic knowledge of acute and operative nursing. Student is able to recite the etiology, risk factors and prognosis in the most common acute and operative diseases. Student is able to partially discuss the care-, service- and rehabilitation paths and care models as part of patients’ rehabilitation and health promotion. In his/her assignments the student is able to list some significant factors of patient care without reflecting in the references. Student follows the written instructions of JAMK partly.

Language of instruction

English

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Case study
Group work
Active lectures

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo

Learning materials and recommended literature

Smeltzer, S. C. & Bare, B. G. (eds). 2013. Brunner and Suddarths’ textbook of medical-surgical nursing. Philadelphia: Lippincott.
Mulryan, C. 2011. Acute Illness management.Thousand Oaks, CA : Sage.
Surgical care made incredibly visual! 2007. Philadelphia (PA) : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Horton, C. 2008. Crash course Anesthesia. Oxford University Press, USA
Current research articles

Lecturer(s)

Riikka Sinivuo, Marjo Palovaara, Sinikka Holma

Working life cooperation

This course must be completed and passed before professional practice.

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Will be informed in course info.

Timing

26.10.2020 - 18.12.2020

Learning assignments and student workload

Total of 108 hours of student's work:
- active lessons 48 hours
- online learning 27 hours
- independent study 32 hours

Enrollment

03.08.2020 - 30.08.2020
Groups
- SNS19SG2
Alternative learning methods

Accreditation possible. Discuss with the head of degree program.

Assessment methods

Exchange student 4

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face, Online learning

Share of virtual studies

1 cr
Credits
- 4 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö

Academic year 2021 - 2022

Vaccinations (SWNS2018-3001),
14.03.2022 – 15.05.2022, 2 cr (SNS20SG2, ...) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course

In this course you will learn the basics of vaccination competence.

Competences of the course
Ethical competence in nursing
Health promotion competence
Internationalisation and communications competence

Outcomes

After completing this course, you understand the importance of vaccination and the ethical principles of the individual, the community and society.

You understand the importance of vaccination worldwide as a health-promoting activity.

You will have the capacity for evidence-based guidance and counseling on vaccinations.

You are be familiar with the vaccine preventable diseases, the national vaccination program and the adverse effects of vaccinations.

You can aseptically and safely vaccinate under supervision

Course contents

Effectiveness of vaccinations

Vaccination activities governed by laws and regulations

Knowledge of vaccination and vaccination skills

Client counselling in vaccination decision

Various vaccination techniques

Treatment of side effects

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

Approved completion requires the completion of a course in National Vaccine Knowledge in accordance with separate criteria developed by the implementer.

Further information

The course is conducted in Moodle and is part of a nationwide training program.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

The course is conducted in Moodle and is part of a nationwide training program.

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Laboratory and simulation teaching
Independent studying
Vaccination exam and portfolio

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Working life cooperation

The course includes practicing the clinical skills in vaccination.

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Vaccination exam and two repetitions during the course.
Portfolio.

Timing

14.03.2022 - 15.05.2022

Learning assignments and student workload

Vaccination e-learning 2 ECTS, including one skill lab of 2hours.
Groups
- SNS20SG2
- SNS22VK
Assessment methods

exchange students 5
The evaluation of the vaccination course is passed / fail.
Assessment is based on the course objectives and national assessment criteria.

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face, Online learning

Share of virtual studies

1 cr
Credits
- 2 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö
Vaccinations (SWNS2018-3002),
01.11.2021 – 19.12.2021, 2 cr (SNS21VS, ...) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Purpose of the course

In this course you will learn the basics of vaccination competence.

Competences of the course
Ethical competence in nursing
Health promotion competence
Internationalisation and communications competence

Outcomes

After completing this course, you understand the importance of vaccination and the ethical principles of the individual, the community and society.

You understand the importance of vaccination worldwide as a health-promoting activity.

You will have the capacity for evidence-based guidance and counseling on vaccinations.

You are be familiar with the vaccine preventable diseases, the national vaccination program and the adverse effects of vaccinations.

You can aseptically and safely vaccinate under supervision

Course contents

Effectiveness of vaccinations

Vaccination activities governed by laws and regulations

Knowledge of vaccination and vaccination skills

Client counselling in vaccination decision

Various vaccination techniques

Treatment of side effects

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria, passed/failed

Approved completion requires the completion of a course in National Vaccine Knowledge in accordance with separate criteria developed by the implementer.

Further information

The course is conducted in Moodle and is part of a nationwide training program.

Language of instruction

English

Location and time

The course is conducted in Moodle and is part of a nationwide training program.

Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

Laboratory and simulation teaching
Independent studying
Vaccination exam and portfolio

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba

Lecturer(s)

Marina Hirjaba, Jenni Ikola-Mäki

Working life cooperation

The course includes practicing the clinical skills in vaccination.

Campus

Lutakko Campus

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

Vaccination exam and two repetitions during the course.
Portfolio.

Timing

01.11.2021 - 19.12.2021

Learning assignments and student workload

Vaccination e-learning 2 ECTS, including one skill lab of 2hours.
Groups
- SNS21VS
- SNS20SG2
Assessment methods

exchange students 5
The evaluation of the vaccination course is passed / fail.
Assessment is based on the course objectives and national assessment criteria.

Degree Programme

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face, Online learning

Share of virtual studies

1 cr
Credits
- 2 cr
Unit

Hyvinvointiyksikkö

Key learning outcomes

The programme prepare professional nurses (BA) who are able to plan, implement and develop nursing practice in a multi professional healthcare team. Nurses are trained to promote health and prevent diseases, provide care, support, guidance and rehabilitation. The graduates of the programme can operate flexibly in multi-professional and multi-cultural settings, while promoting health and providing hospice care to individuals, families and communities. The overall learning outcome of the Degree Programme is that students possess extensive professional knowledge in nursing and are able to critically apply their knowledge in the diverse, changing and digital environments. Students possess basic entrepreneurship and leadership skills. They are able to perform professional nursing tasks on the basis of the best possible evidence in various nursing environments. They can comply with ethical principles and are able to assume responsibility for developing themselves and their field of work as a nursing professional in a multiprofessional and multicultural team.

Education content and professional growth and know-how

The studies are based on nursing sciences as well as on other supporting scientific fields, such as medical, natural or social sciences. The first year studies focuses on basics of nursing, social and health care environments, clienthood, wellbeing, health promotion and functional ability. During the second and third year, the studies consist of different nursing areas based on theoretical and clinical nursing competences which enhances clinical decision making, guidance and counselling skills, evidence based practice, as well as quality assurance and patient safety issues. During the last half hear students are able to deepen their professional competence in a chosen area of nursing. The students at this point strengthens their knowledge in leadership, management and entrepreneurship as well. The students also deepened their ethical and professional competences at the final stage of the education. A bachelor thesis base on the needs of the working life is part of research, development and innovation work as part of the degree programme.

Flexible studies

Studies are full day time studies. It is possible to study with a personal learning plan.

Students have a choice of alternative or elective studies offered by partner universities, such as other universities of applied sciences (CampusOnline), universities and educational institutions involved in the EduFutura collaboration (University of Jyväskylä and Gradia). Higher level studies completed elsewhere may be accredited as part of your degree. The student must have a certificate or some other document to prove that they have completed the studies. Skills acquired elsewhere can also be described and demonstrated to enable accreditation. Further information is available in the Study Guide.

Working life oriented learning

Working life oriented learning is included in bachelor’s degree courses throughout the studies. These include practical training to promote professional skills, the thesis and various working life projects. At JAMK University of Applied Sciences, the operating model for working life oriented and student-driven learning is called JAMK Future Factory®. It combines working life operators, students, JAMK experts and working life oriented LAB environments and other learning environments. In addition to multidisciplinary and working life oriented project studies, it offers students a chance to develop their future working life skills, career paths and networks.

Studification is also among the options offered by working life oriented learning. It refers to combining work, project work, Future Factory activities, etc. with studies. Studification involves students drafting a studification plan and documenting it in the manner agreed with the teacher. Further information is available in the Study Guide.

Career opportunities and employment

The Bachelor of Health care allow graduate to work in different public and/or private social and healthcare settings or in the third sector. Graduates can work as experts in different nursing fields such as: health centres, outpatient units, different hospital wards, homecare, and in private caring facilities. They are also able to work in projects or as entrepreneur.

Qualifications

Bachelor of healthcare title is awarded upon completion of the degree and it´s requirements.

In accordance to the act (559/949), national Supervisory Authority for Welfare and Health (Valvira) grants, upon application, the right to practice as a licensed nurse and authorises the use of the occupational title of registered nurse.
The education meets the European Union directives (2013/55/EY) in recognizing the professional competences for nursing.

Further studies

Students may, after graduation and a work career of at least three years, continue their studies in a Master’s degree programme. A Master’s degree from a university of applied sciences is a higher post-secondary degree. Studies can also be continued by applying for a university Master’s degree programme or similar programmes. After a Bachelor’s degree from a university of applied sciences, it is also possible to continue studies at higher education institutes abroad in Master’s degree-level programmes. A university of applied sciences also provides opportunities for continuing education in the form of specialisation studies, open studies, online study portal (CampusOnline) and working life-based continuing education.

A student who completes a Master’s degree at a university of applied sciences may receive an opportunity for postgraduate studies in science or arts at universities (Act 558/2009, Section 37).

Education planning

The key learning outcomes of a Degree Programme in Nursing are based on the JAMK curriculum work and on the national and international qualifications for the degree programme. The programme was evaluated by students, working life partners and academic professionals during year 2018-2019. The competences required in the world of work and in the future are defined in further detail and are annually included in the courses, based on the challenges arising from current research data and practical work environment in health care.

Contact Information

Palovaara Marjo
Senior Lecturer, Research and Development
+358400976746
firstname.lastname@jamk.fi