General Nursing Foundations Training Course
1Summary
A patient rarely remembers the name of every doctor who treated them, but they always remember how the nurse at their bedside made them feel — safe, cared for, or overlooked. That daily, hands-on relationship is why competent, well-trained nurses matter as much as any piece of medical technology in a healthcare system.
This training course by the Arab British Fellowship Training Academy builds the foundation every general nurse needs: safe patient care procedures, infection prevention, professional communication and the ethical judgment required in real clinical situations. It suits newcomers to the profession as much as those wanting to reinforce their basic competencies.
2Objectives and target group
Who Should Attend?
- New and aspiring nurses.
- Nursing assistants and support staff.
- Healthcare professionals transitioning into nursing roles.
- Medical students in early clinical training.
- Individuals preparing for nursing certification or licensure.
Knowledge and Benefits:
After completing the programme, participants will be able to master the following:
- Understand the fundamental roles and responsibilities of a general nurse.
- Apply basic nursing care procedures that ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Follow standard hygiene and infection control protocols effectively.
- Communicate and interact with patients in a compassionate, professional manner.
- Recognise the role of ethics, empathy and critical thinking in daily nursing practice.
3Course Content
Module 1: The Nurse's Role, Professionalism and Ethics
- Key responsibilities and scope of practice within care teams.
- Professional attitudes, presentation and accountability.
- Patient rights, informed consent and confidentiality.
Module 2: Daily Patient Care and Monitoring
- Assisting with hygiene, mobility and bed care.
- Monitoring nutrition, hydration and dietary needs.
- Measuring and documenting vital signs accurately.
Module 3: Infection Prevention and Safety on the Ward
- Hand hygiene, protective equipment and equipment sterilisation.
- Isolation procedures and handling contaminated materials.
- Safe lifting, fall prevention and basic emergency response.
Module 4: Communication, Empathy and Teamwork
- Verbal and non-verbal communication with diverse patients.
- Recognising emotional needs and providing psychological support.
- Working within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Module 5: Clinical Judgment and Workflow Management
- The nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
- Identifying urgent needs and knowing when to escalate.
- Structuring a shift and managing time under pressure.