Program Overview

Overview of the Nurse Authority to Refer for Radiological Procedures Micro-credential

The Nurse Authority to Refer for Radiological Procedures Micro-credential is designed for Registered Nurses and Midwives who wish to develop competency and expand their clinical practice to include referral for radiological procedures. This micro-credential is suitable for nurses and midwives in advanced practice roles, nurse/midwife prescribers, and practice nurses in GP surgeries.

Course Details

• ECTS: 5
• Level: 9
• Duration: 8 weeks
• Number of Places: 30
• Next Intake: November
• Course Coordinator: Dr. Mary Hughes
• Closing Date: 7th August

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for this micro-credential, applicants must:

• Have a minimum of one year’s professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland and relevant experience.
• Currently work in an area where nurse/midwife authority to refer for radiological procedures is supported.
• Hold an honours degree in a relevant discipline. Relevant experience will also be considered, which must include evidence of completion of a Physical Health assessment module previously and/or previous hospital/locally provided in-house education related to the practice of referring for radiological procedures, accompanied by practice for a minimum of 3 years.
• Satisfy the selection panel.
• Provide prerequisite documents, including:
  • Curriculum Vitae & Transcript
  • NMBI Registration (copy)
  • Site Declaration form
  • Garda Vetting

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this micro-credential, learners will be able to:

• Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the regulatory framework associated with the referral of persons for medical radiological procedures.
• Critically utilise evidence-based knowledge, skill, and competence in the holistic assessment and care of a person in the referral for medical radiological procedures.
• Apply expert skills in decision-making in relation to the referral of persons for appropriate medical radiological procedures.
• Demonstrate an understanding of medical radiological procedures and other imaging procedures and their implications in a person’s safety.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the role of the multidisciplinary team and effective communication processes involved in safe nurse/midwife authority to refer persons for medical radiological procedures.
• Understand the justification process and the principles of radiation protection of the person and staff.

Course Delivery

This micro-credential is delivered in a blended format (in-person/online) with 1-2 in-person days and 3-4 online days (full day). Online resources for directed learning will be available to learners to facilitate flexibility and increase access. Clinical mentorship will support the development of competency in practice and assessment for this micro-credential. Learners will create a clinical portfolio with 10 new episodes of care demonstrating competency in referral for radiological procedures.

Assessment

Assessment for this micro-credential is via a clinical competency assessment and a clinical portfolio.

Fees

For a full list of postgraduate fees, please refer to the relevant section of the university's website.

Conclusion

The Nurse Authority to Refer for Radiological Procedures Micro-credential offers a comprehensive program for Registered Nurses and Midwives to expand their clinical practice and develop competency in referring for radiological procedures. With its blended delivery format, clinical mentorship, and assessment through clinical competency and portfolio, this micro-credential is designed to equip learners with the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes to practice at the top of their licence and improve service efficiency.