Introduction
The OSCE training is designed to evaluate professionals to competently apply their professional nursing skills and knowledge in the UK. This examination tests their capability of applying knowledge to the care of patients at the level expected of a newly registered nurse.
During the training, nurses will be taught how to apply holistic patient-centred nursing care and implement key clinical skills in their profession. All the scenarios and associated questions in this examination correlate to current best practice and candidates are expected to answer them in relation to published evidence and not according to local arrangements.
Communication is central to nursing practice and will be assessed continually during the OSCE.
UK NMC OSCE Examination Overview
- Purpose:
The OSCE assesses candidates’ clinical knowledge, skills, and behaviors in a simulated healthcare environment, ensuring they meet the UK standards of safe and effective nursing practice.
- Structure:
The OSCE consists of 10 stations, divided into 4 APIE stations and 6 skill stations:
- APIE (Assessment, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation):
- Assessment: Conduct a patient assessment using structured tools like NEWS2 (National Early Warning Score).
- Planning: Develop a patient-centered care plan based on the assessment findings.
- Implementation: Demonstrate nursing skills, such as medication administration.
- Evaluation: Evaluate care and justify nursing actions.
- Skill Stations:
- Administration of inhaled medication (AIM)
- Aseptic non-touch technique (ANTT)
- Catheter specimen of urine collection (CSU)
- Fluid balance chart (FBC)
- In-hospital resuscitation (without defibrillation) (IHR)
- Intramuscular injection (IM)
- Mid-stream sample of urine (MSSU) and urinalysis
- Peak expiration flow rate (PEFR)
- Removal of urinary catheter (RUC)
- Subcutaneous injection (SC)
- Paediatric basic life support (BLS) – infant and child (children’s nursing)
- Calculating drug dosages
- Hand hygiene
- Medication administration
- Physiological observations
- Safe disposal of sharps
- Wound care
- Oxygen therapy
- Nasopharyngeal suctioning
- Nutritional assessment
- Oral care plan
- Bowel assessment
- Administration of suppository
- Timing:
- Each station lasts 8- 21 minutes, depending on the task.
- The total duration is approximately 2-3 hours
- Assessment Criteria:
- Clinical knowledge
- Safe and effective practice
- Professional values, including empathy and communication
- Adherence to UK NMC’s Code of Conduct
MWT Academy Kottayam
Announces the Launch of the UK NMC OSCE Adult Training Programme for Nurses!
Are you an internationally qualified nurse (IQN) aspiring to work in the United Kingdom? MWT Academy, Kottayam, is proud to introduce our specialized UK NMC OSCE Training Programme to help you achieve your nursing career goals.
Why Choose MWT Academy for Your OSCE Preparation?
- Expert Trainers: Learn from experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of the UK NMC OSCE process.
- Hands-On Training: Practice real-life scenarios in a simulated environment to build confidence and clinical expertise.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers all OSCE stations, including APIE (Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation) and clinical skills.
- Cultural Competence: Emphasis on patient-centered care and professional communication tailored to UK standards.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Train with modern equipment and resources.
- Mock OSCEs: Experience exam-like conditions to prepare thoroughly.