Becoming a Nurse is a clear and concise introduction to the contexts of the contemporary nursing environment. The second edition takes an evidence-based approach to equip student nurses with the core knowledge and skills necessary for their undergraduate program and clinical placement and to take into their careers. Written with everyday, accessible language and a systematic structure, Becoming a Nurse covers key topics in nursing including the Australian healthcare system, communication technologies, leadership and evidence-based practice. Each chapter is rich with features to support student learning and competency development, and has been updated throughout to include the latest references and research in nursing.

KEY FEATURES

• Critical reflection sections encourage students to self-reflect, as well as explore and critique ways of thinking and behaving in nursing practice
• Theory to practice sections demonstrate the clinical application of theory and research to practice
• Discussion questions at the end of each chapter help students develop and apply their knowledge of key concepts

NEW TO THIS EDITION

• New chapters:
  • 3. Interprofessional collaboration
  • 4. Cultural diversity in healthcare
  • 6. Research in clinical practice
  • 10. Translating knowledge into practice
  • 13. Health information systems and technologies
• New systematic structure and revised pedagogy for improved clarity and consistency
• References and resources have been updated throughout

Maria Fedoruk - Program Director of the Stage 2 Bachelor of Nursing program, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of South Australia

Anne Hofmeyer - Senior Lecturer, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of South Australia

Read a sample chapter from Becoming a Nurse:

Chapter 1: Becoming a Nurse