I knew that if I worked hard I could undertake the challenge, persistence is something I have always had in abundance, and I love to learn. There were many times I just thought I could not write yet another reflection. Or find time to complete all the hours of internship, all along questing my own abilities. Dr. Dixon was constancy filling my bucket. Even though I doubt she was even aware, she is a natural encourager. When she would talk about different types…
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professional relationships with my mentor and team. I felt confident to share my ideas, thoughts and ask for feedback. During full control, I was lucky enough to be given the complete freedom to plan my own content, activities and resources for the class. Throughout my planning, I would often ask my mentor teacher to review, give direction and guidance on my lesson plans to ensure I am implementing a valuable and engaging lesson. I would also form discussions with my mentor teacher after a lesson had finished…
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double-blind peer reviewed CPD for mentors: creating a portfolio Mentors can use a portfolio of evidence to show continuing professional development In this article... Why mentors need a CPD portfolio How to create a portfolio of evidence Using a SWOT analysis to identify strengths and weaknesses Author Louise Lawson is senior lecturer, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, University of Hertfordshire. Abstract Lawson L (2011) CPD for mentors: creating a portfolio. Nursing Times;…
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As an FYE mentor, I received three rounds of training. In March 2015, I underwent a full day (eight hours) of training where my tasks and duties were outlined and the key skills mentors would need to develop, such as how to send effective emails for responses. This also included learning of the different university services at our reach which we could use to point mentees to if needed. A second full day of training occurred with the specific purpose of interacting with other university services…
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student Support worker so far. For the purpose of reflection the essay shall be written in the first person. In accordance with the Data Protection Act (1998) Code of professional conduct, confidentiality shall be maintained and all names have been changed to protect identity. I have decided to reflect upon the first time that I was given a nursing handover and in order to structure my reflection I have decided to use John's (1995) model of reflection. This model encourages practitioners to work through…
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Flexible observation schedule. One of the observations was conducted in midmorning while the second one was observed in the afternoon. The two observations involved the same mentor meeting different preservice teachers. Using a flexible observation schedule helps disrupt participants’ unconscious biases in attention (Carspecken, 1996). Low level coding / inference. Low level coding rule was adhered to when making observation notes during building of primary record and preliminary reconstructive…
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Description For this reflection I will be using the Gibbs cycle of Reflection. (Jasper Pg.77) During a home visit to a service user (SU) I was required to administer a Depot medication by injection. Depot medication is administered by injection and is slowly released into the body over a number of weeks. (RCP 2007) Firstly I gained informed consent from the service user in accordance with the NMC Code (NMC 2008). After consent was given, I then referred to the SU record card to check this…
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‘proficiency’ and ‘reflection’. I will identify the model of reflection I am going to use within this assignment and will give a rationale for this choice. For each domain I will provide a critically analysed reflection, using evidence taken from my portfolio. For each domain I will demonstrate what learning has taken place, identifying a learning outcome and action plan from each reflection.…
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This assignment will underline three key skills learnt during clinical practice; weight monitoring, blood pressure and bed baths. Reflection is a key aspect within nursing. It allows the individual to look back on previous events and analyse the positives and negatives which occurred in a particular situation. Reflection is used to encourage the development in learning and gaining a more in depth understanding in practice (Beener et al.1996).There are many reflective models available including Gibbs…
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student was on a four week placement the assessment process will be discussed incorporating the qualities of the mentor and the effect it can have on the mentor/student relationship. In turn evaluating the learning environment and teaching strategies used including learning styles, reflecting on how they were applied to help the student. Finally, the evaluation of overall performance as a mentor. For the purpose of this work a pseudonym will be used to maintain confidentiality hence the student will be…
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