• Perform a new self-assessment. Rate yourself on clinical skills, based on your experiences during this practicum. Summarize the results.
• Explain which goals you accomplished and which you did not. If you did not achieve a particular goal, explain how you could continue to work on it, perhaps in your next practicum experience.
Clinical Skills Self-Assessment
Skill | Rating | Notes |
Physical assessment | 8/10 | I am able to perform a comprehensive physical assessment, including vital signs, inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation. I am still working on my ability to identify subtle findings, but I am confident in my ability to gather the necessary information to assess a patient’s health status. |
History taking | 7/10 | I am able to take a comprehensive history from a patient, including their chief complaint, history of present illness, past medical history, family history, social history, and medication list. I am still working on my ability to ask open-ended questions and to elicit the patient’s perspective on their health. |
Nursing interventions | 7/10 | I am able to implement a variety of nursing interventions, such as medication administration, wound care, and patient education. I am still working on my ability to prioritize interventions and to delegate tasks to others. |
Communication | 8/10 | I am able to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals. I am confident in my ability to provide clear and concise information, and I am able to listen to and understand the needs of others. |
Professionalism | 9/10 | I am professional in my interactions with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals. I am respectful of others, and I am able to maintain a calm and professional demeanor in stressful situations. |
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Goals Not Accomplished
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Overall, I am pleased with my progress during this practicum. I have made significant improvements in my clinical skills, and I am confident that I am prepared to continue my education and to begin my career as a nurse.
Reflection
I am grateful for the opportunity to have participated in this practicum. I have learned a great deal, and I am confident that I am a better nurse because of it. I am particularly grateful for the support of my mentor, who has been a valuable resource and a source of encouragement.
I am excited to continue my education and to begin my career as a nurse. I am confident that I will be able to use the skills and knowledge that I have gained to provide high-quality care to patients.