An introduction to the role of integrated practitioner.
The Journey. A four years masters programme combining Nursing and social work lectures. 2300 hours of nursing practice 200 days of social work practice Final six month integrated placement Two portfolios (Nursing and social work) Two regulatory bodies.
Challenges. New course, teething problems Resistance to change Which will you choose? What are you today? Workforce ready?.
Result!. Three cohorts have now graduated Only three people are working as integrated practitioners All integrated practitioners are employed by the private sector Current integrated practitioners are achieving amazing results Progression for integrated practitioners employability.
conclusion. How do we spread the word What the future holds Collaborative working.