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Test N Consultation 002

Test N Consultation 002 Subtitle

Status: OPEN
Launch date: 03 Sep 2026 10:00
Closing date: 30 Sep 2026 18:30
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Intensive nurse care training is a specialised programme designed to prepare nurses for the delivery of high-quality care to patients with complex and critical healthcare needs. This training combines advanced theoretical knowledge with practical clinical experience, enabling nurses to develop the skills required to work in demanding healthcare environments such as intensive care units, emergency departments, and high-dependency wards.

During intensive care training, nurses learn how to assess, monitor, and manage critically ill patients who may require advanced life support, ventilation, or continuous observation. Training covers a wide range of topics, including anatomy and physiology, patient assessment, infection prevention and control, medication management, emergency response procedures, and the use of specialised medical equipment.

A significant component of the programme involves supervised clinical practice, where nurses gain hands-on experience caring for patients under the guidance of experienced healthcare professionals. This practical exposure helps build confidence, clinical judgement, and decision-making skills in fast-paced situations.

Communication, teamwork, and leadership are also key areas of focus, as intensive care nurses work closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide coordinated, patient-centred care. In addition, training promotes compassion, professionalism, and ethical practice, ensuring that patients and their families receive both emotional and clinical support.

Overall, intensive nurse care training equips nurses with the expertise, resilience, and confidence needed to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care in challenging healthcare settings.

Contact Details: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Headquarters: St Cadoc's Hospital, Lodge Road, Caerleon, Newport, NP18 3XQ.
Telephone: 01633 234234.
Email: abhb.enquiries@wales.nhs.uk.
Website: https://abuhb.nhs.wales

Page last updated - 07/09/2026