NEW YORK CITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
NUR 4010 COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
CLINICAL EVALUATION TOOL
STUDENT: Hazel Ashby
INSTRUCTOR: Faye Scott Midterm { } Final {X}
UNIT: CNR CHURCH AVE.
DATE 5/9/2012 S {X} N { } U { }
The behavioral objectives for this course serve as a guide for the student’s clinical progress. The student must receive a satisfactory rating for each objective on the final evaluation in order to receive a passing grade for the clinical component and the course. Failure in an objective will result in a failure for the course.
Performance in the designated areas will be assessed as follows:
S=Satisfactory
Clinical Performance is safe and adequately demonstrates application of the nursing process, communication, psychomotor skills and integration of theory.
N=Needs improvement
Clinical performance is basically safe, but performance is inconsistent and integration of theory and skills is not evidenced through use of the nursing process or through professional behaviors. A written contract will be presented to the student at midterm, outlining specific criteria needed to obtain an “S” grade. At semester’s end, the N will be converted to an “S” or a “U.”
U=Unsatisfactory
Clinical performance is unsafe or inadequate in the application of the nursing process, demonstration of communication and psychomotor skills and the integration of theory. The instructor will develop a written contract with the student, outlining the specific standards that must be met to obtain a satisfactory grade at the end of the semester.
Objective 1: Demonstrates individual professionalism through personal behaviors and appearance.
| EXPECTED BEHAVIORS | Midterm | Final |
| 1. Maintains client confidentiality | S | S |
| 2. Assumes responsibility for own learning | S | S |
| 3. Prepares for clinical learning | S | S |
| 4. Completes assignments within designated time frame | S | S |
| 5. Seeks guidance appropriately | S | S |
| 6. Participates actively in clinical conferences | S | S |
| 7.Attends clinical punctually and in accordance with schoolpolicy | N | S |
| 8. Dresses professionally | S | S |
Comments: Ms. Hazel Ashby conducts herself in a professional manner and positive interaction noted between peers, nurses, director, staff members and instructor.
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Objective 2: Employ analytical reasoning and critical thinking skills when providing care to individuals and families in the community setting.
| EXPECTED BEHAVIORS | Midterm | Final |
| Uses client interview, nursing and medical records, staff nurses and other health professionals to collect client information | S | S |
| Assesses the impact of developmental, emotional, cultural, religious and spiritual influences on the client’s health status | S | S |
| Collects significant data relevant to client’s self-care needs | S | S |
| Completes a physical assessment of selected clients | S | S |
| Prioritizes care based on analysis of data | S | S |
| Applies priority-setting in planning nursing interventions | S | S |
| Implements safe, appropriate nursing interventions in a timely manner | S | S |
| Administers medications and treatments safely | S | S |
| Evaluates the outcomes of nursing care | S | S |
| Is reflective about practice. Modify client care as indicated by evaluation of client outcomes. | S | S |
| Utilizes principles of personal safety when working in thecommunity setting | S | S |
Comments: Hazel Ashby is knowledgeable on registrants’ cultures by interacting with them in a cultural diversely environment.
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Objective 3: Effectively communicate with diverse groups and disciplines using a variety of strategies regarding the health needs of individuals and families in the community setting.
| EXPECTED BEHAVIORS | Midterm | Final |
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S | S |
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S | S |
Comments: Hazel Ashby communicates with registrants’ one to one and spends time interacting with them.
Objective 4: Establish environment conducive to learning and use a plan for learners based on evidence-based practice.
| EXPECTED BEHAVIORS | Midterm | Final |
| 1. Develops and implements a teaching plan for an adultand/or family in the community setting | S | S |
| 2. Establish environment conducive to learning | S | S |
| 3. Evaluates client/family learning outcomes | S | S |
Comments: Hazel Ashby developed and implemented a teaching plan conducive for registrants’ comprehension. Gave a presentation on 2/22/12 on the topic of Safety, on 2/29/12 on the topic of Oral Care, on the topic of Colon Cancer and evaluated peers on presentation on 03/14, and 3/21.
Objective 5: Utilize informational technology when managing individual and families in the community.
| EXPECTED BEHAVIORS | Midterm | Final |
| 1. Utilize principles of nursing informatics in the clinical area | NA | S |
| 2. Maintain strict confidentiality with client records | S | S |
Comments: Computer is not utilized in the clinical area.
Objective 6: Demonstrate .a commitment to professional development
| EXPECTED BEHAVIORS | Midterm | Final |
| 1. Uses appropriate current literature in planning care for clients in the community setting | S | S |
| 2. Assumes responsibility for lifelong learning | S | S |
| 3. Engages in self-evaluation | S | S |
| 4. Is committed to adjusting to the challenges of independentpractice in community health nursing | S | S |
Comments: Student is adjusting to the challenges of community health nursing, and use current research literature to plan presentation
Objective 7: Incorporate professional nursing standards and accountability into practice
| EXPECTED BEHAVIORS | Midterm | Final |
| 1. Utilizes American Nurses Association Standards in clinicalPractice. | S | S |
| 2. Complies with agency standards of practice | S | S |
| 3. Is accountable for actions in the clinical area | S | S |
| 4. Is aware of the assigned agency ‘s mission | S | S |
Objective 8: Collaborate with clients, significant support persons and members of the health care team.
| EXPECTED BEHAVIORS | Midterm | Final |
| 1. Collaborates effectively with health care team to addressclient problems | S | S |
| 2. Coordinates client-care based on client needs andtherapeutic interventions | S | S |
| 3. Identifies health care resources for client/families | S | S |
| 4. Guides clients/families to make appropriate lifestyle andtreatment choices | S | S |
| 5. Assist clients to make connections to other communityagencies | S | S |
Comments: Hazel Ashby collaborated with nurses on clients care; and interest in the community.
Objective 9: Recognize the impact of economic, political, social and demographic forces that affect the delivery of health care services
| EXPECTED BEHAVIORS | Midterm | Final |
| 1. Recognize gaps in care system | S | S |
| 2. Begin to identify solutions to complex problems in the clinical area. | S | S |
| 3. Acts as change agent in advocating to appropriate health care resources for client/families. | S | S |
Comments: During orientation Hazel Ashby was instructed on the agency protocol and the population the agency served in the community.
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