INMO The Nurse's Role in Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults (In person)

Learning Objectives: At the end of this workshop, participants should be enabled to:

1. Understand national policy, standards, legislation and statutory guidance on safeguarding vulnerable adults in residential care settings.

2. Understand key definitions related to safeguarding vulnerable adults.

3. Identify different types of abuse and indicators of same.

4. Identify risk factors that can increase vulnerable adults’ risk of being abused

5. Understand the importance of assessment and care planning to safeguard vulnerable adults in residential care settings.

6. Understand their responsibilities in safeguarding residents from abuse and taking appropriate actions following suspicion, witnessing or being made aware of an allegation of abuse.