Clinical Goals

THIS IS NOT A REPORT Within the first 2 weeks of clinical, students should identify four goals they want to accomplish with each clinical site. These goals should be measurable and achievable over a 15week period. The goals should be able to show progression from development of proficiency of basic skills to providing high quality primary care in the role of the NP by the end of the program. MAX 2 PAGES

GOALS:

Pediatrics

1. Performing a comprehensive pediatric NEWBORN physical exam
2. Being able to identify abnormal findings
3. Being able to capture a complete patient history
4. Understanding/Identifying cultural differences

OB/GYN

1. Performing a complete gyn physical exam
2. Being able to identify abnormal findings
3. Being able to capture a complete patient history
4. Understanding/Identifying cultural differences

Pediatrics:

1. Perform a comprehensive pediatric NEWBORN physical exam: The goal here is to develop proficiency in performing a physical exam of a newborn. This goal can be measured by observing your ability to perform all components of the exam, such as measuring the head circumference, assessing the fontanelles, and checking for reflexes. By the end of the clinical rotation, you should be able to perform a comprehensive newborn physical exam independently.
2. Being able to identify abnormal findings: This goal can be achieved by actively seeking feedback from your preceptor and colleagues on your ability to identify abnormal findings during physical exams. You can also track your progress by keeping a log of abnormal findings you identified and your plan of action for each case. By the end of the rotation, you should be able to accurately identify and manage abnormal findings in pediatric patients.
3. Being able to capture a complete patient history: This goal involves improving your skills in obtaining a comprehensive patient history, including social and family history. You can measure your progress by reviewing your notes and comparing them to a standardized patient history template. By the end of the rotation, you should be able to obtain a complete patient history independently.
4. Understanding/Identifying cultural differences: This goal focuses on developing cultural competence when caring for pediatric patients from diverse backgrounds. You can measure your progress by documenting any cultural differences you observe and seeking feedback from patients and families. By the end of the rotation, you should be able to demonstrate an understanding of cultural differences and provide culturally competent care to pediatric patients.

OB/GYN:

1. Performing a complete gyn physical exam: The goal here is to develop proficiency in performing a physical exam of the female reproductive system. You can measure your progress by tracking your ability to perform all components of the exam, such as speculum exam and bimanual exam. By the end of the rotation, you should be able to perform a complete gyn physical exam independently.
2. Being able to identify abnormal findings: This goal can be achieved by actively seeking feedback from your preceptor and colleagues on your ability to identify abnormal findings during gyn exams. You can also track your progress by keeping a log of abnormal findings you identified and your plan of action for each case. By the end of the rotation, you should be able to accurately identify and manage abnormal findings in gyn patients.
3. Being able to capture a complete patient history: This goal involves improving your skills in obtaining a comprehensive patient history for gyn patients. You can measure your progress by reviewing your notes and comparing them to a standardized patient history template. By the end of the rotation, you should be able to obtain a complete patient history independently for gyn patients.
4. Understanding/Identifying cultural differences: This goal focuses on developing cultural competence when caring for gyn patients from diverse backgrounds. You can measure your progress by documenting any cultural differences you observe and seeking feedback from patients. By the end of the rotation, you should be able to demonstrate an understanding of cultural differences and provide culturally competent care to gyn patients.

In summary, these goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. By actively working towards these goals during your clinical rotation, you will be able to demonstrate progression from the development of basic skills to providing high-quality primary care in the role of the NP by the end of the program.