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UTS Online - Master of Advanced Nursing (Critical Care)
UTS Online's Master of Advanced Nursing (Critical Care) develops nurse skills for managing complex patient scenarios. The specialisation covers subjects like Professional Practice and Complex Critical Care, plus two electives. The fully online masters is ideal for nurses working in critical care environments.
Why Choose this Major?
The UTS Online Master of Advanced Nursing's Critical Care major focuses on enhancing nursing practices for critically ill patients. This specialisation includes two key subjects:
- Professional Practice in Critical Care develops students' skills in concepts such as clinical decision-making, communication, and leadership within the Australian context. It addresses ethical and legal aspects of care, including managing difficult conversations and navigating complex scenarios like organ donation and end-of-life decisions.
- Complex Critical Care builds on this foundation by advancing students' understanding of the pathophysiology behind critical illnesses and injuries. It focuses on evaluating patient data, making informed clinical decisions, and applying therapeutic interventions to provide high-quality, family-centred care.
This major prepares nurses for advanced roles in high-acuity environments such as intensive care units and emergency departments. You'll gain practical skills and ethical awareness to deliver competent and compassionate care in challenging settings.