ID:
SME0469
Duration (hours):
15
CFU:
1
SSD:
SCIENZE INFERMIERISTICHE GENERALI, CLINICHE E PEDIATRICHE
Located in:
Varese - Università degli Studi dell'Insubria
Year:
2025
Overview
Date/time interval
Primo Semestre (06/10/2025 - 23/01/2026)
Syllabus
Course Objectives
Learning Outcomes / Educational Objectives
The course aims to provide students with the competencies necessary to:
Understand and apply the principles of professional development and nursing accountability, with reference to Italian Law Gelli 24/2017
Apply ethical codes and professional deontology in daily clinical practice
Analyze the Tuning Project and integrate the professional profile with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and the Italian National Qualifications Framework (QNQ)
Understand the historical evolution of the nursing profession in Italy and worldwide
Manage the governance of the clinical-care process, with attention to quality, safety, continuity, and outcomes
Promote continuous professional development (CPD) and lifelong learning (ECM)
Students will develop technical-professional and transversal competencies to practice nursing in a safe, responsible, and professionally aware manner.
The course aims to provide students with the competencies necessary to:
Understand and apply the principles of professional development and nursing accountability, with reference to Italian Law Gelli 24/2017
Apply ethical codes and professional deontology in daily clinical practice
Analyze the Tuning Project and integrate the professional profile with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and the Italian National Qualifications Framework (QNQ)
Understand the historical evolution of the nursing profession in Italy and worldwide
Manage the governance of the clinical-care process, with attention to quality, safety, continuity, and outcomes
Promote continuous professional development (CPD) and lifelong learning (ECM)
Students will develop technical-professional and transversal competencies to practice nursing in a safe, responsible, and professionally aware manner.
Course Prerequisites
To participate effectively in the course, students should have acquired:
Basic knowledge of clinical nursing: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care
Introductory knowledge of ethics and professional deontology, accountability, and patient safety
Familiarity with main care settings: hospital, community, home care, and continuity of care
Ability to participate in group work, guided discussions, and analysis of simple clinical cases
Willingness to critically reflect on their professional development and nursing role
Basic knowledge of clinical nursing: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care
Introductory knowledge of ethics and professional deontology, accountability, and patient safety
Familiarity with main care settings: hospital, community, home care, and continuity of care
Ability to participate in group work, guided discussions, and analysis of simple clinical cases
Willingness to critically reflect on their professional development and nursing role
Teaching Methods
Teaching Methods
Interactive lectures
Group work and creation of posters on topics covered in class
Plenary presentations: each group presents the posters to the entire class
Guided discussion and critical reflection on professional development pathways
Interactive lectures
Group work and creation of posters on topics covered in class
Plenary presentations: each group presents the posters to the entire class
Guided discussion and critical reflection on professional development pathways
Assessment Methods
Assessment
Practical application: creation of posters and slides on topics covered in class; each group addresses a topic and then presents it to the entire class in a plenary session
Written exam: open-ended questions on professional and ethical aspects
Practical application: creation of posters and slides on topics covered in class; each group addresses a topic and then presents it to the entire class in a plenary session
Written exam: open-ended questions on professional and ethical aspects
Contents
Professional development and accountability: Law Gelli, civil and criminal liability, patient safety
Deontology and ethical codes: principles, dilemmas, and critical cases
Tuning Project, EQF, and QNQ: application to training pathways and competency development
Historical evolution of the nursing profession: schools, education, roles, and professional organizations
Governance of the clinical-care process: quality, safety, continuity, and outcomes
Continuing education (ECM) and professional development: competency growth and maintenance of professional comptencies. Technical-Professional Competencies
The technical-professional competencies are organized into six Activity Areas (AdA):
AdA 1: Professional Development and Accountability
Description: Management of the professional career and knowledge of national regulations.
Included competencies:
Apply the principles of Law Gelli 24/2017 in daily practice
Assume professional responsibility autonomously and collaboratively
Plan and manage individual professional development pathways
AdA 2: Deontology and Ethical Codes
Description: Ability to integrate ethical principles and codes of conduct into nursing practice.
Included competencies:
Apply the Nursing Code of Ethics and ethical guidelines
Recognize and manage ethical dilemmas and critical situations
Ensure correctness, transparency, and protection of the person receiving care
AdA 3: Tuning Project, EQF, and QNQ
Description: Understand and apply the European and National Qualifications Frameworks and Tuning principles.
Included competencies:
Analyze and position professional competencies within the EQF and QNQ
Identify the developmental pathway from basic to specialist and advanced competencies
Evaluate and plan professional development
AdA 4: Historical Evolution of the Nursing Profession
Description: Knowledge of the historical development of the profession, from the establishment of nursing schools to current models.
Included competencies:
Recognize major changes in nursing education and professional roles
Understand the evolution of organizational and professional contexts
Critically analyze the historical impact on current practice
AdA 5: Governance of the Clinical-Care Process
Description: Management of person-centered nursing care with attention to quality, safety, continuity, and outcomes.
Included competencies:
Plan and coordinate the clinical-care process
Ensure continuity of care across different settings
Monitor, evaluate, and improve clinical outcomes
AdA 6: Continuing Education and Professional Development (ECM)
Description: Continuous development of competencies according to ECM principles.
Included competencies:
Identify individual and team training needs
Integrate regulatory, deontological, and professional principles into practice
Participate in continuing education programs. Transversal Competencies
The transversal competencies are organized into four Activity Areas (AdA):
AdA 1: Cognitive Competencies
Analyze complex information
Make decisions based on regulations, ethics, and governance
Evaluate complex clinical cases
AdA 2: Emotional Competencies
Recognize and manage one’s own emotions and those of others
Demonstrate resilience, balance, and self-awareness in situations of professional responsibility
AdA 3: Social/Relational Competencies
Communicate clearly and empathetically
Collaborate effectively with colleagues, other professionals, and families
Support an integrated and professional work environment
AdA 4: Educational Competencies
Promote continuous learning for oneself and the team
Integrate ethical principles and professional updates into daily practice
Deontology and ethical codes: principles, dilemmas, and critical cases
Tuning Project, EQF, and QNQ: application to training pathways and competency development
Historical evolution of the nursing profession: schools, education, roles, and professional organizations
Governance of the clinical-care process: quality, safety, continuity, and outcomes
Continuing education (ECM) and professional development: competency growth and maintenance of professional comptencies. Technical-Professional Competencies
The technical-professional competencies are organized into six Activity Areas (AdA):
AdA 1: Professional Development and Accountability
Description: Management of the professional career and knowledge of national regulations.
Included competencies:
Apply the principles of Law Gelli 24/2017 in daily practice
Assume professional responsibility autonomously and collaboratively
Plan and manage individual professional development pathways
AdA 2: Deontology and Ethical Codes
Description: Ability to integrate ethical principles and codes of conduct into nursing practice.
Included competencies:
Apply the Nursing Code of Ethics and ethical guidelines
Recognize and manage ethical dilemmas and critical situations
Ensure correctness, transparency, and protection of the person receiving care
AdA 3: Tuning Project, EQF, and QNQ
Description: Understand and apply the European and National Qualifications Frameworks and Tuning principles.
Included competencies:
Analyze and position professional competencies within the EQF and QNQ
Identify the developmental pathway from basic to specialist and advanced competencies
Evaluate and plan professional development
AdA 4: Historical Evolution of the Nursing Profession
Description: Knowledge of the historical development of the profession, from the establishment of nursing schools to current models.
Included competencies:
Recognize major changes in nursing education and professional roles
Understand the evolution of organizational and professional contexts
Critically analyze the historical impact on current practice
AdA 5: Governance of the Clinical-Care Process
Description: Management of person-centered nursing care with attention to quality, safety, continuity, and outcomes.
Included competencies:
Plan and coordinate the clinical-care process
Ensure continuity of care across different settings
Monitor, evaluate, and improve clinical outcomes
AdA 6: Continuing Education and Professional Development (ECM)
Description: Continuous development of competencies according to ECM principles.
Included competencies:
Identify individual and team training needs
Integrate regulatory, deontological, and professional principles into practice
Participate in continuing education programs. Transversal Competencies
The transversal competencies are organized into four Activity Areas (AdA):
AdA 1: Cognitive Competencies
Analyze complex information
Make decisions based on regulations, ethics, and governance
Evaluate complex clinical cases
AdA 2: Emotional Competencies
Recognize and manage one’s own emotions and those of others
Demonstrate resilience, balance, and self-awareness in situations of professional responsibility
AdA 3: Social/Relational Competencies
Communicate clearly and empathetically
Collaborate effectively with colleagues, other professionals, and families
Support an integrated and professional work environment
AdA 4: Educational Competencies
Promote continuous learning for oneself and the team
Integrate ethical principles and professional updates into daily practice
Course Language
English
More information
Law Gelli 24/2017: Professional accountability and patient safety
Nursing Code of Ethics 2025
Reference documents for the Tuning Project, EQF, and QNQ
ECM materials: General, specialist, and advanced nursing care responsibilities, protocols, procedures, and operational instructions
Nursing Code of Ethics 2025
Reference documents for the Tuning Project, EQF, and QNQ
ECM materials: General, specialist, and advanced nursing care responsibilities, protocols, procedures, and operational instructions
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