Clinical instructors play an important role in educating new nurses through the process of translating theory into practice. Clinical instructors vary in their degree of teaching experience, however over time develop common characteristics or attributes that are essential to effective teaching in the clinical setting (Hunt, 2013). Five of the ten attributes outlined by Hunt (2013) that are required in all clinical instructors and that most apply to my areas of performance are listed below and ranked from 1 to 5, 1 being an area I feel I am best at and 5 being an area that I need the most improvement are:
Strong Interpersonal Skills Proficiency in technology Clinical expertise Innovative and Creative Knowledge
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My first professional career major was Interpersonal Communication and Public Relations. This is an area that I have not only had a long history in learning about but also have had many opportunities in which to further develop. Interpersonal skills involve the ability to communicate openly and effectively and develop relationships built on trust and respect. As a clinical educator being able to form a relationship with students that is built on open communication, trust and respect, allows learners to become receptive to constructive criticism and more open to learning. Effective interpersonal skills on behalf of the educator have been known to positively effect student outcomes (Billings & Halstead, 2012). Sometimes I feel less confident in my ability to negotiate around students who are more of an introvert and not innately active communicators. As an extrovert by nature, I struggle with being less assertive in situations that need a slower, more organic approach to open the lines of communication and earn one’s …show more content…
I believe the expertise is dependent on qualities involving active acquisition and application of knowledge, clinical practice experience, clinical judgment, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making. I believe there are different levels to clinical expertise, ranging from a novice or beginner level to more of a mastery or expert level. I feel I am more than competent in these but not necessarily a master of all levels. As a clinical instructor, I feel my clinical expertise allows me to educate in a way that promotes active thinking and conceptual learning which promotes learning beyond just memorizing content or routinely performing skills, rather being able to assess and evaluate patients in a way that provides anticipation of needs and promotes more of a proactive approach to care delivery. Most of my clinical experience is in the specialized area of labor and delivery nursing which I feel my level of expertise is high but in all other areas of nursing I feel less confident. I need to apply my knowledge and abilities associated with clinical expertise to courses that are not necessarily my specialty and build my confidence level in these areas so that I can be more of a generalist clinical educator and not so
Benner’s novice to expert theory describes competency progression throughout a nursing career regardless of practice level. Central to Benner’s theory is the acknowledgement that a change in role would correspond to a change in level of expertise; additionally the domains and competencies presented in the theory are pivotal components applicable to all levels of nursing, including the advance practice role of nurse
To become a Health Certified Health specialist it takes an individual who is passionate about giving back to their community and making it a healthier and safer environment; it requires a competent individual that is academically trained to assess and determine what is the best for the environment and for the public. According to the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (n.d.) under the CHES exam eligibility section, it states, in order to become a Certified Health Education Specialist an individual must hold a “bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree from an accredited institution of higher education”(para. 2). In addition, one must provide an official transcript that ensures the individual has completed a major in health education or “25 semester hours or 37 quarter
Senior nursing students will complete a QSEN weekly clinical journal requirement learn how to self-assess their progress toward demonstrating these nationally-based competencies. The students will select a different competency each week to address and discuss how they applied that competency to patient care or how they hope to better achieve that competency as a graduate nurse. By the end of the clinical rotation each student will have had a chance to focus on each of the six QSEN competencies: patient centered care, teamwork and collaboration, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, safety and informatics. The students’ reflection on their clinical experiences each week will teach them how to integrate the core competencies required before graduation. According to Use of self-evaluative practices puts the power back upon the student to direct and think critically about their learning (Dickensen, 2015). Demonstrating these competencies supports safety and excellence in clinical practice (QSEN,
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The competencies of the nurse educator combine the knowledge, skills and attitudes required of nurse educators (National League for Nursing, 2013). There are eight core competencies of the nurse educator: facilitate learning, facilitate learner development and socialization, use assessment and evaluation strategies, participate in curriculum design and evaluation of program outcomes, function as a change agent and leader, pursue continuous quality improvement in the nurse educator role, engage in scholarship and function within the educational environment ("Core Competencies of Nurse Educator," 2005). The nurse educator facilitates learning in many different environments including classroom and clinical settings. They are knowledgeable in these environments and how outside influences might impact their role. They incorporate many different strategies to help students learn taking into account different influences the student might encounter and creates opportunities for critical thinking. The nurse educator helps students develop as nurses by identifying learning styles, providing resources, fostering the development and...
..., the expert competency stage is reached, in which the nurse’s mastery level allows for the sharing and dissemination of extensive knowledge to those still in the proceeding stages of development (Kodesia, 2013). All nurse educators should possess the expert competency level, in their specific educational subject, in order to better facilitate beneficial education for their students.
...es need to be taught awareness skills, and given enough training to sharpen, and maintain them .Instructors should be firm but fair. This means they should be ready to correct their student’s mistakes without necessarily coming off as overbearing and this was demonstrated by the nurse. Student nurses must interact more with their patients by listening and trying to understand them. Although the patient might not know what’s best for them, they may have an idea of what is going on and might help the nurses understand issues better.
...es mentioned above provide the skills and proficiencies of a novice nurse educator. In my journey as an educator, I feel that developing complete competencies in all areas is a life long process, and I will work to substantiate excellence in these competencies.
I have chosen this topic because I just feel that teaching clinical skill is one of the most important strategies which have been used in medical schools, it enhances students to build a confidence which helps them in their future career.
This article researched the competency of new graduate nurses. “Nursing competence is not only a professional standard described by the American Nurses Association but also a Joint Commission requirement” (Theisen & Sandau, 2013). Competency is defined as the ability to do something successfully or efficiently; however, educators believe competency extends beyond skills. There is a strong push for nurse residency programs or nursing orientation programs. Incorporating these programs in more hospitals would increase new graduate nurse’s competency skills, as well as lower the rates of turnovers for new nurses. “Because of the complexity of defining competence, an emphasis on the expectations of new graduate nurses must be introduced at the beginning of a nurse’s career” (Theisen & Sandau, 2013). After gathering several studies from databases and search engines, several competencies important for new graduates were identified. The six competencies identified include: communication, leadership, organizations, critical thinking, specific situations, and stress management. Nurses identified communication as a weakness for ...
To be deemed competent in skills according to nursing regulations and requirements. This is a challenging factor for many students, as they enter the transition period. This is due to students feeling they do not have the desired clinical competency that promotes the skills and abilities of a registered nurse (Harsin, Soroor & Soodabeh, 2012). Clinical research studies have found that students do have the required expected levels of knowledge, attitude and behaviour’s. However, the range of practical skills aren’t sufficient for the range of practice settings (Evans, 2008).
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As a Nurse Educator I continue to be a lifelong learner. Staying up with current practices and the evolving changes in health care there will always be opportunities to learn and to grown both professionally and personally. “The competencies for nurse educators from the NLN website are listed in the beginning of each chapter. Competency is best defined by WordNet 3.0. (n.d.) and means “the quality of being adequately or well qualified physically and intellectually” (Wilson, p. 17, 2013). It is essential for nurses to maintain their competences within the basics of nurses as well as their specialty. Maintaining flexibility in the approach to teach others such as students, peers, and other clinical staff educators must meet the diverse needs to accommodate everyone. Within the past four years I have be able to accomplish goals that felt impossible to reach. Keeping positive people, a good attitude, and
This reflective essay has critically reviewed my personal and professional skills that are essential for communication and developing positive relationships with others. It has discussed the skills identified in the skills audit that I needed more confidence in for communication and effective relationships. It has finally linked two communication theories to both skills
I believe that nursing should be a holistic approach, dealing with a patient’s body, mind, and soul. It is definitely a physically demanding job, but equally as important is the demand for emotional commitment. My past academic performance, as well as my personal qualities, provides the foundation for my career. A core characteristic of a successful nurse is teamwork and the ability to act as the liaison between the patients and the other members of the patients’ care teams. Besides working well in a team, it is also important to seek out help when necessary. Another vital quality is culture competency. Prosperous nurses understand diversity, and embrace and honor, rather than judge or ignore, what makes people different. Furthermore, critical thinking skills allow nurses to recognize possible patient problems. The intellectually disciplined process enables the nurses to respond to the constant changes and needs of a patient in their charge. Lastly, the nurse’s role has a zero tolerance for error where the smallest mistake may result in a life-threatening event. To ensure patient safety, it is critical to pay attention to detail and use caution no matter how stressed or overwhelmed a person might feel. These are the core qualities that I hope to attain as a registered nurse and important goals to adhere to for as long as I’m in this