Dr Radhika R Pai is an Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) in the Faculty of Nursing at Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal. She received her PhD in Oncology Nursing in 2020 from MAHE, with a clinical focus on oncology nursing and palliative care. Dr Radhika teaches fundamental nursing skills to first-year BSc Nursing students. Her research interests include Objective Structured Clinical Examination for nursing students, oncology nursing practice, and enhancing clinical competencies in nursing education. Dr Radhika is committed to fostering collaborations with local, interdisciplinary, and international communities for mutual benefit.
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Nursing Skills for the Novices
Editors:
Nursing Skills for Novices is an essential resource designed specifically for undergraduate nursing students entering clinical practice. This manual outlines the key roles and responsibilities required to deliver high-quality patient care. With a focus on fundamental nursing procedures, it integrates the latest evidence-based practices and includes updated guidelines, tailored to the Indian healthcare setting.
One of the standout features of this manual is the inclusion of checklists for each procedure, enabling students and faculty to assess the efficacy of basic nursing skills. The reader-friendly format ensures ease of use, making it an invaluable tool for both learning and teaching.
Key features include objectives and relevance for each skill, pre-reading for procedures, and procedural checklists. This first edition simplifies the challenges faced by novice nurses, making it a useful resource for students and teachers. Nursing Skills for Novices is a vital tool for building nursing competencies in today’s clinical environments.Interested readers may write to us at mup@manipal.edu about purchasing the book.