Clinical Skills Self Assessment
As an advanced practice nursing student, my journey in the world of healthcare has been rewarding, with each encounter and every experience increasing my skills, knowledge, and clinical acumen. An important part of the path towards becoming a proficient healthcare professional, however, is self-assessment. Women's reproductive health is a focus of my studies and practice, and this paper addresses my self-assessment in this area.
Self-Assessment and Insight
After completing the Clinical Skills and Procedures Self-Assessment, I have gained valuable insights about my current level of proficiency in a range of procedures related to women's reproductive health. My experience as a working nurse in a women's health clinic has also enabled me to develop a solid foundation, particularly in the areas of pap smears and breast examinations. With consistent practice and a high volume of patients, I've grown very confident in these procedures, rating myself a 5 out of 5 in both these areas.
However, the self-assessment also highlighted areas where I need to improve. While I have some experience with Intrauterine Device (IUD) insertions, I find myself less assured and have rated my confidence level as 3 out of 5. I find that I could use more exposure and practice to feel thoroughly competent in this area.
Also recognizing that my competence in performing colposcopies is currently at a modest level, it is clear to me that I have room for significant improvement in this competency as well. Given that this procedure plays an important role in identifying and preventing cervical abnormalities, I would say it is an area where increased proficiency will directly contribute to patient outcomes. Currently, my comfort level is limited due to minimal exposure and practice. To rectify this, during my practicum, I intend to actively seek opportunities to observe, learn, and eventually assist in this procedure under expert supervision. Increasing my confidence and competence in this procedure will also promote Healthy People 2030's objectives in reducing the number of new cancer cases...
…Health Care" will serve as an excellent reference here, given its comprehensive coverage of gynecological procedures.Managing menopause is another area I want to focus on during my practicum. While I have a solid understanding of menopause, the diverse range of symptoms, complications, and associated health risks women can experience call for a deeper understanding and broader clinical skills. I will aim to study and manage a variety of complex menopause cases under supervision, with a target of managing at least five such cases by the end of the practicum. Both "Gynecologic Health Care" and "Procedures for Primary Care" will be instrumental in this goal, providing insights into the latest evidence-based approaches to managing menopause and its associated health issues.
Conclusion
If I can target these areas of improvement and utilize highly regarded academic resources for guidance, I can maximize the learning outcomes of my practicum, advance my professional development, and ensure I am equipped to provide quality care to my patients. This continuous improvement is a testament to my…
References
Fowler, G. C. (2019). Pfenninger and Fowler’s Procedures for Primary Care (4th ed.). Elsevier.
HealthyPeople 2030. (2020). Healthy People 2030 framework.Links to an external site. https://www.healthypeople.gov/2020/About-Healthy-People/Development-Healthy-People-2030/Framework
Schuiling, K. D., & Likis, F. E. (2022). Gynecologic health care (4th ed.). Jones and Bartlett Learning.
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