The OSCE is a comprehensive test of your nursing skills and professional judgment. Our training program is designed to prepare you for every station, ensuring you have the knowledge and confidence to succeed.

The OSCE comprises 10 stations and a total testing time of about 3 hours. The exam assesses your ability to perform a specific clinical skill while managing a patient's care in a holistic manner.

• Scenario-Based Stations: Four stations will be scenario-based, testing the four stages of the nursing care process: Assessment, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation.
• Practical Clinical Skills: Four of the remaining stations are two sets of two linked stations, focused on practical skills.
• Professional & Communication Skills: Two stations are dedicated to professional accountability and the critical appraisal of research and evidence. These are both written stations.

Remember to read the station instructions and scenarios carefully. You will not be penalized for rereading them if you are unsure.

Our training covers a wide range of skills and scenarios you may encounter, including:

• Injections: Intramuscular (IM) and Subcutaneous (SC) injections.
• Medication: Administration of inhaled medication (AIM), medication administration, and drug dosage calculations.
• Infection Control: Aseptic non-touch technique (ANTT), hand hygiene, and safe disposal of sharps.
• Assessments: Physiological observations, nutritional assessment, bowel assessment, and wound assessment.
• Emergency & Patient Management: In-hospital resuscitation (IHR), oxygen therapy, and managing a deteriorating patient.
• Specific Procedures: Catheter specimen of urine (CSU) collection, mid-stream sample of urine (MSSU), and urinalysis.

Communication is central to nursing and is continually assessed throughout the OSCE. Examiners observe your interaction with a simulated patient or manikin, as well as your written nursing documentation.

• Approaching the Patient: Introduce yourself, confirm the patient's preferred name, and maintain their dignity and privacy. Be polite, respectful, and non-judgmental.
• Explaining & Advising: Clearly explain procedures and diagnoses, checking for understanding. Offer appropriate reassurance without causing alarm.
• Involving the Patient: Respect the patient's autonomy and involve them in decision-making by explaining care plans and their implications.
• Professionalism: Demonstrate a professional attitude, active listening, and the ability to handle anxious individuals. Your documentation should be clear and meet the requirements of the NMC.

"Train smart, revise with confidence, and pass with Bimel."

Preparing for the OSCE isn't just about clinical skills; it's also about understanding the environment and expectations. Our guide will help you arrive confident and ready for success.

• Who is there? In each station, you'll find a manikin, an actor, or other equipment. You must treat the simulated patient as you would a real patient. A dedicated assessor will be observing you at all times (except for written stations).
• Hand Hygiene: You must perform effective hand hygiene before starting each station. Soap, water, and hand gel will be provided.
• Scenarios: Each station includes a scenario overview with relevant patient information, detailing what is expected of you.
• Timing: Stations last between 8 and 21 minutes. Staff will be on hand to help you transition smoothly between stations.
• Video Recording: Your examination will be recorded for quality assurance. This is a mandatory part of the process, and you will be asked to consent to it during booking. The video footage is used for examination and review purposes only and will not be released to you or any sponsor.

Your attire must be appropriate for a clinical environment, reflecting the high standards of infection control, health, and safety expected in the UK.

• Clothing: Wear a clinical dress, tunic, or polo shirt with smart trousers or scrubs. Jeans and shorts are not permitted. Dark, plain trousers and plain polo shirts/tunics are ideal.
• Shoes: Must be plain, flat, black, and rubber-soled. They must enclose the entire foot and not be made of porous material.
• Fingernails: Must be kept short and unvarnished, with no extensions or decorations.
• Hair: Must be tied up off the face and secured above your collar. Facial hair should be clean and tidy.
• Head Coverings: If you wear a head veil or turban, it must be a plain black or navy and tucked into your collar.
• Jewelry: You may wear one plain 'ball' ear stud per ear and a single plain wedding/commitment ring. You must be bare below the elbow—no bracelets or wristwatches are allowed.
• Make-up: Should be kept to a minimum and be discreet and natural.

The OSCE is a formal examination, and you are expected to behave in a professional manner at all times. You will be provided with all necessary materials for the examination.