Learning Plan A clinical practice learning plan (see appendix A) has been developed to guide this experience and will be utilized to maintain focus during the practicum and to ensure experience to topics identified as practice weaknesses during the self-assessment. As mentioned previously, several standards of practice from the ANA (2009) were chosen to assist in providing outcomes for this experience. Activities to meet these outcomes were then developed and, allowing for adjustments made with input from the preceptor, will be carried out during the practicum experience. Standard 8: Education-“The nurse administrator attains knowledge and competency that reflects current practice” (ANA, 2009, p. 36). This standard allows for the student to seek out opportunities during the practicum to improved knowledge related to the role of nursing administrator. Outcome criteria to be utilized for this standard are “Participates in ongoing educational activities related to appropriate knowledge bases and professional issues” and “Seeks experiences and independent learning activities that reflect current practice in order to develop, maintain, and improve skills and competence in the nurse administrator role” (ANA, 2009, p. 36). Work toward this standard will be accomplished during the practicum experience by identifying educational opportunities within the organization during the practicum experience. It is impossible to predict all of the possible experiences that will be available and the student will be open to taking advantage of any opportunities that are possible with help and guidance from the practicum preceptor. One opportunity identified for the practicum is to accompany the Director of the Children’s Hospital to an Executive Council meeting. This will be an exciting experience as all of the directors from hospitals within the system attend this meeting and all other nursing councils report to this council. This will be a great way to gain knowledge about
Appendix A Clinical Practicum II Learning Plan American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing Administration Standards of Practice Outcome Criteria: (taken from the ANA Standards) Activities to Achieve Outcome. (sufficient in number, measurable, and realistic to achieve each outcome) Resources needed to be successful Timeline (Identify semester for now. In NURS 792, you will add in detail and specifics dates) Standard 8: Education-“The nurse administrator attains knowledge and competency that reflects current practice” (American Nurses Association [ANA], 2009, p. 36) “Participates in ongoing educational activities related to appropriate knowledge bases and professional issues” (ANA, 2009, p. 36). “Seeks experiences and independent learning activities that Identify educational opportunities within organization with preceptor. Discuss available learning activities with preceptor. Sit in on Executive Council meeting with Children’s Director (all nursing councils report to this council and educational activities throughout hospital will be discussed). Attend Nursing Leadership Academy offering through organization. Topics Support of preceptor. Literature review and resource list. Evaluation tool. Access to educational activities. Ability to attend Executive Council meeting with Director. Time to participate in education activities. NURS 792 Summer 2017
reflect current practice in order to develop, maintain, and improve skills and competence in the nurse administrator role” (ANA, 2009, p. 36). include budget, productivity, reimbursement, regulatory compliance, risk management, leadership roles, and human resources responsibilities. Meet with preceptor throughout practicum to obtain feedback. Utilize evaluation tools with self and preceptor throughout practicum. Standard 12: nurse administrator integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice” (ANA, 2009, p. 40). “Maintains confidentiality within legal and regulatory parameters” (ANA, 2009, p. 40). “Participates on multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary teams that address ethical risks, benefits, and outcomes” (ANA, 2009, p. Meet with Director of Clinical Risk Management and Accreditation to discuss regulatory parameters. Research NC Children’s Hospital policies. Sit in on root cause analysis (RCA) meetings with Director of Clinical Risk Management and Accreditation. Support of preceptor. Literature review and resource list. Opportunity to meet with Director of Clinical Risk Management and Accreditation. Availability of RCA being performed during practicum. NURS 792 Summer 2017 “The
40). Standard 14: Resource Utilization-“The nurse administrator considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost, and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing and other services” (ANA, 2009, p. 42). “Develops innovative solutions that address effective resource utilization and maintenance of quality” (ANA, 2009, p. 42). “Promotes activities that assist others, as appropriate, in becoming informed about costs, risks, and benefits of plans and solutions” (ANA, 2009, p. 42). Meet with Nursing Director to identify budget goals for upcoming fiscal year. Discuss development and maintenance of budget with preceptor. Educate staff in identification of practices that impact resources and ability to maintain fiscal stewardship. Sit in on meetings with preceptor related to unit renovation. Meet with preceptor throughout practicum to obtain feedback. Utilize evaluation tools with self and preceptor throughout practicum. Support of preceptor. Literature review and resource list. Evaluation tool. Access to budget reports. Access to productivity reports. Available time to meet with Nursing Director. Ability to listen to others and accept constructive feedback. NURS 792 Summer 2017 Standard 15: Leadership-“The nurse administrator provides leadership in the “Willingly accepts mistakes by self and others, thereby Share practicum proposal with preceptor. Interact with staff Support of preceptor. Literature review and resource list. NURS 792 Summer 2017
professional practice setting and the profession” (ANA, 2009, p. 43). creating a culture in which is not only safe, but expected” (ANA, 2009, p. 43). “Displays the ability to define a clear vision, the associated goals, and a plan to implement and measure progress” (ANA, 2009, p. 43). regularly through rounding, formal, and informal communication. Seek feedback from staff on performance and opportunities for growth. Include staff in decision making when implementing practice changes. Meet with preceptor throughout practicum to obtain feedback. Utilize evaluation tools with self and preceptor throughout practicum. Evaluation tool. Time to meet with staff. Ability to listen to others and accept constructive feedback. Ability to integrate feedback into practice. Ability to organize and lead staff discussions.