3rd year MH nurse

Im going on my final placement and I'm quite anxious.
What are the core skills/knowledge a 3rd year mental health student nurse should know.
Also, some tips on being proactive would help please

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Original post by bex0899

Im going on my final placement and I'm quite anxious.
What are the core skills/knowledge a 3rd year mental health student nurse should know.
Also, some tips on being proactive would help please

Hey,

It is perfectly normal to feel anxious when starting your final placement. However, you need to remember all the skills and knowledge that you have learnt so far and how much of a difference you can make.

Here are some examples of core skills and knowledge that a mental health student should be developing in their 3rd year:
- Confidence
- Ability to connect the dots
- Critical thinking
- Relation-based care
- Leadership
- Consider alternative points of view

Here are some tips to being proactive in your final year of studying and on placement:
- Establish a routine
- Ask for feedback (very important!)
- Eliminating distractions
- Reflect on your actions
- Be open to different ideas
- Think of your end goal of being a qualified mental health nurse.

I hope this helps and good luck in your final year :smartass: