Description: Written specifically for trainee nursing associates, this book enables students to transition to university with confidence. Provides expert guidance on how to develop key academic skills such as academic writing, digital literacy, research, and portfolio development.
Brief description: Cariona Flaherty RGN, Higher Dip, BSc (Hons), PGCHE, FHEA, is a senior lecturer in adult nursing and programme leader for Nursing Associates at Middlesex University. Cariona is a specialist trained critical care nurse, who has extensive senior clinical and critical care education experience. In addition to her academic role, Cariona is currently a doctoral student at Middlesex University undertaking research related to critical thinking in undergraduate nurse education.
Review Quotes: This book is essential for Nursing Associate students, explaining and supporting the development of academic skills. The guided activities and feedback throughout actively encourage students to engage in skills development. There are clear links to the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates throughout. There are regular prompts to students about the availability of support with academic skills during the programme.--Tanya Andrewes (5/6/2026 12:00:00 AM)